Mindful Mama: Raising Kind, Confident Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Parenting Strategies For Big Emotions & More
How do you raise kind, confident kids without losing your cool? How do you manage kids’ behavior, help them regulate their big emotions, AND stay grounded? Mindful Parenting is here to help. I’m Hunter Clarke-Fields, former yelling, frustrated mom. Dealing with my anger drove me to find practical, compassionate parenting strategies to regulate emotions as well as mindfulness to bring peace to the chaos at home. In each refreshingly honest episode you’ll come away knowing that you have permission to be human, you're not alone, and it won't always be this hard. If you've looking for conscious, positive parenting strategies and expert advice on issues like tech/screen time, ADHD, tantrums, teens, toddlers, and more, you’re in the right place. Join our community of parents changing generational patterns for a brighter future! https://www.mindfulmamamentor.com/
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Author and media critic Joanna Schroeder, co-author of Talk To Your Boys, joins Hunter to explore how we can raise emotionally aware and connected young men in a world that tells them to “man up.” They talk about emotional literacy, having tough conversations about sex, consent, and substances, and how to respond when
Mindful parenting is about presence, not perfection. In this episode, Hunter Clarke-Fields shares practical do’s and don’ts for staying calm through big emotions, setting respectful boundaries, and caring for yourself while fostering your child’s independence. Highlights: • Stay grounded and model emotional regulation
Screens are everywhere—but how do we manage them without constant battles? In this episode of the Mindful Mama Podcast, Hunter explores how parents can approach screen time with balance and mindfulness, creating healthier family dynamics and less conflict. You’ll learn: Why a neutral view of screens helps reduce power
Discover how simple breathing practices can calm anxiety and boost overall well-being. Hunter Clarke-Fields talks with world-renowned breathing expert Patrick McKeown about: His journey from chronic asthma to breathing mastery Why nasal breathing and balanced CO₂ levels matter Practical exercises to reduce stress—for a
Parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence. In this episode, Dr. Allyson Bates and Dr. Krystal Pong open up about their own journeys into mindful parenting and what they’ve learned along the way. You’ll hear: How self-compassion shifts the parenting journey Practical mindfulness strategies for everyday life W
Are youth sports helping our kids thrive—or pushing them too hard? In this episode of the Mindful Mama Podcast, Hunter talks with Chris Bjork about how youth sports are changing—and what that means for our kids. Together, they explore the pressures kids face in competitive sports, what parents can do to protect their w
