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/
Episodes
December 9, 2025 • 54 mins
Dr. Judy Y. Chu, educator and author of When Boys Become Boys, joins Hunter Clarke-Fields to explore how boys develop emotionally, socially, and relationally in a culture that often limits their expression.
In this conversation, they discuss how societal expectations shape boys’ identities, the importance of relationships in their lives, and the ways boys can be supported to maintain empathy, emotional intelligence, and authentic ...
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December 2, 2025 • 52 mins
Dr. Cara Natterson, pediatrician, bestselling author, and founder of Less Awkward, joins Hunter Clarke-Fields to discuss how parents can guide boys through puberty with confidence, compassion, and clarity.
They explore how to maintain connection when boys start to withdraw, talk openly about body changes, consent, and online influences, and recognize early signs of emotional struggle. Dr. Natterson shares practical strategies for ...
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November 25, 2025 • 49 mins
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 boys are angry or shut down. Joanna shares insights on helping boys manage big feelings, stay engaged in school, a...
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November 18, 2025 • 24 mins
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
• Set clear, respectful boundaries
• Support kids’ independence—and your own growth
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November 11, 2025 • 52 mins
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 struggles
How to balance your child’s needs with your own
Practical routines that make screen ti...
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November 4, 2025 • 53 mins
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 adults and kids
Tune in for science-backed tips you can use today to breathe easier and feel mo...
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October 28, 2025 • 56 mins
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
Why gratitude is essential for parents
Tools for emotional regulation when challenges arise
How to navigate di...
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October 21, 2025 • 41 mins
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 well-being, and how we can bring balance back into their lives.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
The emotio...
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October 14, 2025 • 44 mins
Toddler tantrums and power struggles can feel overwhelming—but they don’t have to. In this episode, Hunter talks with parenting coach Devon Kuntzman about how to navigate toddlerhood with more calm, connection, and confidence.
You’ll learn:
Why toddler behavior is communication
How to handle tantrums and set limits with compassionGrounding strategies for parents in tough moments
Fun ways to nurture your toddler’s ...
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October 7, 2025 • 53 mins
Ever wonder how your past experiences shape the way you parent?
In this episode of the Mindful Mama Podcast, Hunter sits down with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz to explore post-traumatic parenting and how understanding our own histories can help us raise children with more awareness and compassion.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
How trauma can unconsciously influence parenting decisions
The concept of the “trauma app” and wha...
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September 30, 2025 • 44 mins
In this episode of the Mindful Mama Podcast, Hunter Clarke-Fields talks with Dr. Kathryn Ford, author of The Aperture Effect, about fostering emotional openness in relationships. They explore:
What “emotional aperture” is and why it’s key for connection
How to create emotional safety with your partner
Using mindfulness to transform communication
Practical tools for navigating difficult conversations
The...
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September 23, 2025 • 54 mins
In this episode of the Mindful Mama Podcast, Hunter Clarke-Fields sits down with Alyssa Campbell to dive into how parents can show up with more understanding and connection for their kids during these years. Together, they explore:
Why embracing each child’s unique way of processing the world matters
The role of emotional intelligence in raising resilient kids
Understanding sensory processing and its impact on beha...
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September 18, 2025 • 17 mins
Hunter chats with Dr. Christopher Willard about moving from burnout to balance and why mindfulness + community matter more than ever. They share short practices that you can bring into your day. ✨ Join them Tuesday morning, October 14 in Boston for a live gathering of connection and practical self-care tools.
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September 16, 2025 • 50 mins
In this episode, Hunter Clarke-Fields and Cara Tyrrell explore the challenges of working parenthood, including:
Using mindfulness and emotional awareness to stay grounded
Parenting as leadership and shaping your child's identity
Simple strategies for connecting with your child and managing screen time
Reframing parental guilt and building trust in your relationship
A must-listen for working parents seekin...
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September 9, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode of the Mindful Mama Podcast, Hunter Clarke-Fields talks with Bree Groff—author of Today Was Fun—about the modern struggle to balance career and family life. Together, they explore:
Why work can be addictive and hard to step away from
The cultural pressure to constantly achieve and do more
How to rediscover joy at home and in your career
Simple ways parents can model a healthier relationship wi...
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September 2, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode of the Mindful Mama Podcast, Hunter Clarke-Fields sits down with bestselling author Oliver Burkeman to explore the surprising link between self-worth and productivity. Together, they unpack:
How our culture conditions us to equate value with busyness
The dangers of the "efficiency trap" — and why it leaves us feeling like we’re never enough
The liberating power of embracing limitations
How acc...
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August 28, 2025 • 19 mins
In this solo episode, Hunter Clarke-Fields reflects on her daughter leaving home for college and the profound shifts that come with it. With honesty and compassion, she explores the bittersweet mix of pride, grief, and possibility—and how mindfulness can help us meet these transitions with steadiness.
ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, nu...
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August 26, 2025 • 41 mins
In this episode, Deborah Farmer Kris explores the power of awe for children’s emotional well-being. She shares how today’s kids often miss out on awe due to less time in nature and community. Deborah offers simple, practical ways parents can bring awe into daily life—through play, downtime, and family connection—helping families slow down, be present, and nurture deeper bonds.
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August 22, 2025 • 3 mins
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August 19, 2025 • 51 mins
In this episode of the Mindful Mama Podcast, Hunter Clarke-Fields talks with Lisa Marchiano about the emotional transformation of motherhood. They explore matrescence, identity shifts, and the importance of embracing the shadow self. The conversation touches on rupture and repair in parent-child relationships, the power of anger, and setting compassionate boundaries. Lisa also shares practical mindfulness tools to help mothers grou...
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