Mindful Mama: Raising Kind, Confident Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Parenting Strategies For Big Emotions & More

Mindful Mama: Raising Kind, Confident Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Parenting Strategies For Big Emotions & More

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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 permiss...
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Episode List

Everything You Need To Know About Attachment - Eli Harwood

Jan 6th, 2026 5:00 AM

Eli Harwood, licensed therapist, creator of Attachment Nerd, and author of Securely Attached and Raising Securely Attached Kids, joins Hunter Clarke-Fields to explore the crucial role of attachment in parenting. In this conversation, they discuss how early relational patterns shape children’s development, the four main attachment styles, and practical strategies for fostering secure connections with kids. Eli also highlights the importance of self-compassion, repairing disconnection, and leveraging community support to nurture emotionally resilient families. Parents will leave with actionable insights to strengthen connection, support emotional well-being, and cultivate secure attachment in everyday life. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Training. Find more podcasts, Hunter’s books, blog posts, free resources, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MindfulMamaMentor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover your Unique-To-You Podcast Playlist at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mindfulmamamentor.com/quiz/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/mindfulmamamentor.com/mindful-mama-podcast-sponsors/⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best of Mindful Mama 2025

Dec 30th, 2025 5:00 AM

We’re closing out 2025 with the most-loved, most transformative episodes of The Mindful Mama Podcast! In this special “Best Of” compilation, host Hunter Clarke-Fields revisits five unforgettable conversations that inspired parents everywhere to bring more calm, compassion, and connection into family life. From helping anxious kids to navigating sibling rivalry and supporting our own nervous systems—these highlights capture the wisdom, humor, and heart of the year’s best moments. Whether you’re a longtime listener or new to mindful parenting, this episode will leave you grounded, hopeful, and ready for the year ahead. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Training. Find more podcasts, Hunter’s books, blog posts, free resources, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MindfulMamaMentor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover your Unique-To-You Podcast Playlist at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mindfulmamamentor.com/quiz/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/mindfulmamamentor.com/mindful-mama-podcast-sponsors/⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Relisten: Hold On To Your Kids - Dr. Gabor Maté

Dec 23rd, 2025 5:00 AM

Is your child oppositional? The problem may not be in your child, but in your relationship. Dr. Gabor Maté returns to the Mindful Parenting Podcast to talk about the problem of “peer orientation” and how it creates a competition between adult intentions and peers. Discussion about the natural parental hierarchy, how to take “back” our kids and promote healthy attachment with adults.  ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Training. Find more podcasts, Hunter’s books, blog posts, free resources, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MindfulMamaMentor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover your Unique-To-You Podcast Playlist at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mindfulmamamentor.com/quiz/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/mindfulmamamentor.com/mindful-mama-podcast-sponsors/⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Stop Yelling & Parent With Calm: Join Me for Mindful Parenting Live

Dec 22nd, 2025 4:18 PM

Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck in cycles of yelling and guilt? You’re not alone—and there is another way. In this short mini episode, Hunter Clarke-Fields invites you to Mindful Parenting Live, a free, four-day online series happening January 5–8. You’ll learn practical, mindfulness-based tools to help you parent with more calm, connection, and confidence—even in the middle of tantrums, defiance, and daily chaos. Hunter also shares a real-life story from a mom who transformed her parenting experience by making small, mindful shifts—and how calm stopped feeling like a fantasy and started feeling possible. 🗓 January 5–8 ⏰ 2pm ET / 11am PT 🎧 Free, live sessions (with replays available) 💬 Ask questions and get real-time support Think of it as four gentle resets—time to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the parent you want to be. 🌿 Reserve your free spot here: mindfulmamamentor.com/mplive ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Training. Find more podcasts, Hunter’s books, blog posts, free resources, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MindfulMamaMentor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover your Unique-To-You Podcast Playlist at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mindfulmamamentor.com/quiz/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/mindfulmamamentor.com/mindful-mama-podcast-sponsors/⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Truth About Executive Function: Supporting Neurodiverse Kids to Thrive - Seth Perler

Dec 16th, 2025 5:00 AM

Seth Perler, executive function coach, speaker, and advocate for neurodiverse learners, joins Hunter Clarke-Fields to discuss the challenges and opportunities of parenting neurodiverse children. They explore common myths about executive function, the differences between neurodiverse and neurotypical kids, and how curiosity, empathy, and mindful parenting can make a real difference. Seth shares practical strategies for supporting children’s growth, managing homework and routines, and creating environments where kids can thrive despite challenges. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Training. Find more podcasts, Hunter’s books, blog posts, free resources, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MindfulMamaMentor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover your Unique-To-You Podcast Playlist at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mindfulmamamentor.com/quiz/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/mindfulmamamentor.com/mindful-mama-podcast-sponsors/⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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