Do you have an ADHD kid? Hunter Clarke-Fields speaks with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart about ADHD, addressing common misconceptions, the nature of the disorder as a dysregulation issue, and the historical context of ADHD diagnoses. They discuss the cultural perceptions of ADHD, the impact of educational systems on children with ADHD, and effective parenting strategies to support neurodivergent children. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% p...
Jan 21, 2025•53 min•Ep. 525
Hunter talks to Dr. Diana Hill about the profound significance of self-compassion in the journey of raising children. With each shared story and insightful reflection, listeners are gently guided towards a deeper appreciation for the power of self-kindness amidst the chaos of parenting. 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,...
Jan 14, 2025•47 min•Ep. 524
Chances are you may have some trauma from your childhood and you’ll do everything in your power not to pass it on to your children. You already know at some level that “every time we lose it, kids lose their safe parent.” So how do we heal our trauma? Hunter talks to world-renowned trauma expert Dr. Frank Anderson. 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 “R...
Jan 07, 2025•55 min•Ep. 523
In this Q&A episode of the Mindful Parenting podcast, Hunter Clarke-Fields discusses how to balance support and independence during children’s playtime. She highlights the importance of free, outdoor, and risky play for building confidence, emotional regulation, and mental health, while offering practical tips for encouraging independence without hovering. Hunter advocates for a balanced approach—allowing kids to explore while being attuned to their needs for safety, guidance, and connection...
Jan 02, 2025•15 min
What is Mindful Parenting? Hunter talks to Dena Farash about the importance of being present, self-compassion, and effective communication in parenting. Hunter emphasizes that parents are human and will make mistakes, and that it's crucial to model emotional intelligence for children. The conversation also addresses the challenges of reactivity, the need for self-care, and the misconceptions surrounding gentle parenting. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parent...
Dec 31, 2024•49 min•Ep. 522
Discover the Mindful Parenting Podcast's top five episodes of 2024, packed with expert insights and practical tools for parenting with compassion and connection. Wendy Snyder shares three strategies to replace punishment with guidance, Dr. Gabor Maté discusses building strong parental bonds to combat peer influence, and Dr. Robyn Silverman offers scripts for setting boundaries that stick. Ed Center reveals his journey in breaking reactive habits to stay grounded with his kids, and in the #1 epis...
Dec 24, 2024•37 min•Ep. 521
Find yourself constantly irritable? Wish that you could enjoy parenthood more? That’s the place my guest, author KJ Dell’Antonia found herself in. So she set out to find the answers to frustrating struggles like chores, discipline, screen time, and more. Join in on this fun conversation about how to get through the toughest parts of parenting and find yourself happier on the other side! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), gl...
Dec 19, 2024•59 min
What is autonomy supportive parenting, and why does it help with your kid? Hunter talks to Marcus Aurelius Higgs about the mistakes we often make communicating with our kids and how to instead empower kids and support their growth. They cover practical examples and strategies for dealing with challenging behaviors and communication issues. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Ra...
Dec 17, 2024•54 min•Ep. 523
Does your couple relationship have a shared sense of purpose and vision? Hunter talks with Dr. Stan Tatkin about the importance of creating agreements within the relationship to avoid conflict and make things fair. They also explore the different attachment styles and how they can impact relationships. Tatkin provides practical exercises, such as the welcome home ritual, to help couples co-regulate and strengthen their bond. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Pa...
Dec 10, 2024•51 min•Ep. 519
Brittany is a mama who wants to respond with empathy and stay attuned to her 3-year-old son, but how do you do that in overstimulating or triggering moments? She’s heard the advice to “share your calm,” but HOW? Hunter coaches Brittany through the things that it actually takes to regulate our feelings in the face of a fiery toddler. 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 G...
Dec 05, 2024•55 min
Decades of research demonstrate that healthy parenting— the kind that leads to healthy, well-adjusted children—involves two important dimensions, otherwise known as the “L words”: limits (i.e., structure, rules) and love. But how do we do that with the little ones? Dr. Rebecca Hershberg comes back on the podcast to talk about how to hold boundaries. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling aut...
Dec 03, 2024•52 min•Ep. 518
We’re now 17 years into a life with smart phones and it has had profound impacts on kids and parents. What are some of those affects and how can we create some boundaries around phones to protect mental health? Hunter talks about our relationship with phones and practical ways to address technology with Joey Odom 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 “Rai...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 517
Many of us are confused about what to do about our kid’s education. Should they go to a local school? A private school? Homeschool? I brought renowned expert Peter Gray on so that we could talk about how kids learn and what kind of education best supports their healthy development. Find out what you should (and should not) do to help your child have a meaningful education that keeps their natural curiosity alive. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podc...
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 5 min
We want our kids to be healthy and eat well, but how do we do that? What if your child is larger or smaller than other kids? Hunter talks to Jill Castle about the healthy middle path of both creating acceptance and a “good vibe” at mealtimes, while holding boundaries and providing structure around feeding kids. – In this episode of the Mindful Parenting Podcast, host Hunter Clarke-Fields interviews Jill Castle, author of 'Kids Thrive at Every Size.' They discuss the importance of kids' well-bein...
Nov 19, 2024•55 min•Ep. 516
I want to share another great podcast that I know you will love—this is my interview on the ‘Make Some Noise’ Podcast with Andrea Owen. In this episode we talk about strategies for parents struggling with overwhelm and about “reparenting.” If you like this episode, go find more at Make Some Noise. Okay, let’s get to it. 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” a...
Nov 14, 2024•33 min
What should we parents be doing to keep our kids healthy? Dr. Joel ‘Gator’ Walsh tells us that sometimes parents come to the pediatrician too much and are too quick to ask for antibiotics when our kids are sick. Hunter and Joel talk about balancing western medicine with holistic medicine approaches for our children’s health. 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 Huma...
Nov 12, 2024•55 min•Ep. 515
Brooke has been struggling with bedtime. As that time rolls around she’s exhausted, her daughter’s exhausted and everyone is struggling. How do you set limits without using threats? How does she get her own needs for some down time met too? In this special on-air coaching episode, learn Mindful Parenting tools for peaceful bedtimes. 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 G...
Nov 07, 2024•58 min
Dr. Danette Glassy and Dr. Pooja Tandon discuss the importance of getting kids outdoors in nature. They highlight the benefits of outdoor play for children's health and development. The doctors address the challenges parents face in getting their kids outdoors, such as screen time and safety concerns, and provide practical tips for overcoming these barriers. They also discuss how nature time can benefit children with ADHD and other behavioral challenges. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke...
Nov 05, 2024•52 min•Ep. 514
Were you raised to be a high-achieving, straight-A kind of kid? If so, like Hunter’s podcast guest, Leonie Akhidenor, it may correlate with anxious times as a parent—wanting to get it all “right.” Hunter and Leonie talk about how childhood experiences impact our mental states, couple dynamics and more in this wide-ranging episode. 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 Goo...
Oct 29, 2024•56 min•Ep. 513
My new book is about 50 simple ways to press pause, stay present, and connect with your kids because it’s the little things we do each day that can make all the difference in raising kind, confident, and conscientious kids. But with the daily rush, we busy parents need effective tools quickly and easily—that’s what Raising Good Humans Every Day is all about. Carla Naumburg interviews Hunter about this new book! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcas...
Oct 24, 2024•49 min
Moms are feeling the unspoken expectation that she is on-call for the emotional well-being of everyone in the family 24 hours a day. What is that? It’s called “emotional labor” and it’s commonly unfairly distributed in a family. Hunter talks to Rose Hackman about her book, Emotional Labor, and how we can even the scales. 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” ...
Oct 22, 2024•56 min•Ep. 512
What makes a child succeed…or wander into an unfulfilled adulthood? New research indicates that the seeds for adult success are often planted in the toddler years, ages 2-5. Dr. Tovah Klein cracks the preschooler code, revealing what you can do to help your toddler grow into a fulfilled child and adult—including how to handle bedtime and sibling fighting. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselli...
Oct 15, 2024•53 min•Ep. 511
Hunter talks to Dr. Dan Siegel about The Yes Brain. Some big takeaways from this episode include: 1. Learning the importance of a “yes” brain - receptive, present, and open versus the reactivity and rigidity of the “no” brain. 2. We can build resilience in our children by teaching kids what it feels like to be in the “yes” brain mode and widen their window of tolerance for uncomfortable feelings. 3. We can use our minds to actually change the brain’s function and structure. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-F...
Oct 10, 2024•40 min•Ep. 456
Do boys have different needs from girls? How do you raise a successful boy in a culture that pushes boys into the constraints of traditional masculinity? Hunter talks to Ruth Whippman, author of BoyMom, about boys’ relative immaturity and how parents can make problems worse (or better) by the way they parent them. 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 “Ra...
Oct 08, 2024•52 min•Ep. 510
Find out what is Polyvagal theory and how it can help you and your child go from shut down and dysregulated to calm, connected, and joyful. Yshai Boussi talks to Hunter about the 3 nervous system states as well as how to balance mental health with things like chores! 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 Medita...
Oct 01, 2024•56 min•Ep. 505
Mindful Parenting member Katie has been working on skillful responses to her three year-old, but her husband disagrees with her responses. He is worried that without “consequences” their child won’t have any disincentive to stop the bad behavior. What do they do? In this special on-air coaching session, Hunter talks Katie through how to respond to these difficult situations—with her child and her partner! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top...
Sep 26, 2024•50 min•Ep. 508
We all have shame but we don’t talk about it. And it can drive our behavior to change on a dime, so how do we deal with it? How does shame affect our parenting? Hunter talks to life coach Andrea Owen about how to become shame resilient and how to help our kids avoid being driven by shame. 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 Da...
Sep 24, 2024•51 min•Ep. 508
Mindful Parenting member Katie has been working on skillful responses to her three year-old, but her husband disagrees with her responses. He is worried that without “consequences” their child won’t have any disincentive to stop the bad behavior. What do they do? In this special on-air coaching session, Hunter talks Katie through how to respond to these difficult situations—with her child and her partner! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top...
Sep 19, 2024•50 min
In the United States we are in the middle of a heated presidential election and our kids are going to hear about it. How should we talk to them about politics? Hunter talks to Lindsey Cormack, Author of “How to Raise a Citizen,” about how to talk about government and politics in an age-appropriate manner. 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 Goo...
Sep 17, 2024•40 min•Ep. 506
In this episode, Alyssa interviews renowned speaker and bestselling author, Dr. Gabor Mate. They dive into his bestselling book, "The Myth of Normal" and discuss how coping mechanisms from our childhood show up later in our parenthood. They also discussed toxic culture, and what exactly is "trauma"? Why is it widespread and yet so misunderstood? And what can we do to help support our tiny humans? Listen along to hear the four non-negotiable needs of childhood and so many other gems. Learn more a...
Sep 12, 2024•45 min
