Mindful Mama: Raising Kind, Confident...
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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Mothering Your Daughter Mindfully - Dr. Michell...
No one needs to tell the mother of a daughter that their relationship comes with its fair share of unique challenges, but why is this? Join me as I talk to Dr. Michelle Deering, author of What Mothers Never Tell Their Daughters, about the complexities...
51 min
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Shame-Proof Your Parenting - Mercedes Samudio [...
We have all experienced judgemental looks and unsolicited advice from others about our parenting. Why does our society shame parents, who are simply trying their best to raise children? Today, I talk with Mercedes Samudio, LCSW, a licensed...
50 min
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The Secret to Being a Zen Parent - Cathy Adams ...
Today, we're talking about the secret to being a Zen parent with Cathy Adams. Cathy is the author of Zen Parenting, co-host of the Zen parenting radio podcast, the co-founder of the annual Zen parenting conference, social worker, certified parent...
54 min
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Resolve to Declutter - Krista Lockwood [333]
How much time do you spend picking up the house every day? In Mindful Parenting, we focus on finding balance. One of the biggest challenges to parenting mindfully is the problem of too much. Today, I talk to Krista Lockwood about how to declutter...
46 min
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Resolve To Eat Nutritiously - Natasha Beck [332]
We all want to have our growing kids eat nutritious foods and develop good eating habits, but sometimes it feels like a lot of work. Seriously, I dream that my fairy godmother will magically grant me a personal chef that will make kale that my...
54 min
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Resolve To Give Back - Sarah Aadland [331]
When my kids were little, I really wanted to get them in the habit of giving back and doing service projects. However, I discovered that it can be challenging to find age-appropriate volunteer opportunities for little kids. Today, I am joined by Sarah...
55 min
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Resolve To Master Attention - Dr. Amishi Jha [330]
How often do we find ourselves not really paying attention to what we’re doing? We may be going through the motions, but we’re thinking about something else, not being fully present to what we’re doing. Today, I have a fascinating conversation...
54 min
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Resolve To Be Playful - Lawrence Cohen [329]
Do you find that all too often you’re having to bark orders to get things done? What if there was a better, more playful way to get your kids to cooperate? Today, I talk with Dr. Lawrence J. Cohen, psychologist and author of Playful Parenting and...
61 min
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Best of Mindful Mama 2021 [328]
To celebrate, we made a special "Best Of" episode with the top 5 Mindful Mama convos of 2021. Listen to learn about: How To Be Less Reactive How to Communicate More Skillfully With Your Kids Unconditional Parenting The Science of...
66 min
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Peace, Community & Values - Parker Palmer [327]
Can we have success without others? Today, I talk to Parker Palmer, Founder and Senior Partner Emeritus of the Center for Courage & Renewal, is a writer, teacher, and activist who focuses on issues in education, community, leadership,...
60 min
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Football Dad Turns to Yoga - Sean Conley [326]
Today, I talk to Ex-NFL kicker Sean Conley. Sean shares his story of how he was able to re-center his life after suffering career-ending injuries from overtraining. He began practicing yoga as part of his rehabilitation, and soon embraced yoga’s...
53 min
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Freedom & Self-Reliance For Kids - Sara Zaske [...
In the U.S. we firmly believe in freedom and independence, but is our current parenting culture one that teaches our children how to be free, independent people? I had a fascinating conversation with Sara Zaske, author of Achtung Baby: An American Mom...
44 min
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Affirmations for Parents & Kids - Sandy Zanella...
What is a great way to build confidence in your kids? Affirmations! Today, I talk to Sandy Zanella, a mom of 2, a physician by training, and a kids yoga teacher. She is also the author and creator of “Happy Yogis,” a colorful pose by pose book...
49 min
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Decoding Birth Order - Yvonne Nass [323]
A lot of us have heard things like, “first born children are leaders” or “Youngest children are more relaxed” but is there any truth to character traits being associated with birth order. Today, I talk to Yvonne Nass, Certified Parent Educator...
38 min
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No More Parenting Stress - Jill Stoddard [322]
What is the goal of parenting? If you could magically snap your fingers and have a happy, healthy, emotionally well-adjusted 30-year-old, would you? Would you fast forward life, just to get the outcome you are hoping for? This is the question posed by...
50 min
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Simplify Schedules For More Creative Kids [321]
Children (heck, all of us) need free time to balance out their activities, get to know themselves, and feel peaceful. Today, I talk about the hidden opportunity cost of having an action packed schedule versus adding in some time to just BE. Are you...
19 min
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How To Talk When Kids WON'T Listen - Joanna Fab...
How do you practice Mindful Parenting with little kids? Joanna Faber & Julie King have written the book on it. Their communication lessons have the power to completely transform your relationship with your toddler. *New!* Watch video clips from...
58 min
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How To Avoid Burnout [319]
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19 min
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Rewrite The Mother Code - Dr. Gertrude Lyons [318]
Why do our needs, much less wants and dreams, seem to be secondary to the needs, wants, and dreams of those around us? Today, I talk to Dr. Gertrude Lyons, a professional life coach, host of the mot(HER) podcast, and founder of the Rewriting The...
58 min
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How Mindfulness Helps Me [317]
In today’s episode, I share my journey into mindfulness. It can be challenging to begin practicing mindfulness regularly, so I share what I have found works well for me and the benefits I have experienced by making mindfulness a priority. Are you...
24 min
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Family Looking Up with Andrea, Beth and Camille...
Do you ever look at other parents and wonder how you measure up? Today, I talk to the hosts of the podcast, Family Looking Up, Andrea Nielson, Beth Millward, and Camille Ward. Three very funny women, with very different upbringings, and very different...
56 min
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Your Child Doesn’t Need You To Be Perfect [315]
Perfectionism is often seen as a positive trait that increases your chances of success, but it can lead to self-defeating thoughts or behaviors that make it harder to achieve goals. In this episode, I talk about the problems with perfectionism and the...
18 min
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Simplify To Make Parenting Easier - Diane Boden...
Do you have to dig through closets to find what you need? Do your kids complain that they have nothing to play with, but their bedrooms are covered in toys? In today’s episode, I talk to Diane Boden, author of “Minimalist Moms: Living and...
38 min
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How Busy Parents Can Create Time To Meditate [313]
Has your meditation practice been inconsistent, maybe non-existent? Do you feel as though there are so many things to do during the day, that having a regular meditation practice would be nice, but struggle to find where to fit it in? In this episode,...
22 min
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Mindful Parenting Teacher #1! - Darcey Fairchil...
Today, I talk to Darcey Fairchild, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the first Certified Mindful Parenting Teacher! She takes us through her journey of healing and how this path led her to the Mindful Parenting Teacher Training. She shares how she...
46 min