In this thought-provoking episode, Shawna sits down with Dr. Jenn Noble, psychologist, educator, and advocate for mixed-race families, to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities in parenting mixed-race children. Together, they explore:
- The nuances of mixed-race identity and how it shapes a child’s experience.
- Why starting conversations about race with children isn’t as daunting as it seems.
- How parents’ own experiences can influence their approach to raising mixed-race kids.
- Practical strategies to help children embrace their full identity while navigating societal complexities.
Dr. Jenn shares powerful insights on meeting children where they are, supporting their growth, and how race and identity education can start with simple, age-appropriate concepts like melanin. This episode is packed with actionable advice for parents and thought-provoking stories for listeners of all backgrounds.
You can also watch the episode on YouTube!
Follow Dr. Jenn on Instagram: @drjennpsych and learn more about her work at Free to Be Collective.
Stuff to check out from mentions in the episode:
- Unwrapping the Gift of Dialogue: Race Talk with Meredith and Cindy
- Redress and Reparations for Japanese American Incarceration
- Apologizing for the enslavement and racial segregation of African-Americans
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