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

In order to be happy, do we always have to think happy thoughts, banishing the negative ones? Dr. Andrea Bonior, licensed clinical psychologist and the author of “Detox Your Thoughts” counters this, saying that unhappiness comes not from having negative thoughts, but from paying too much attention to them, thus giving them too much power. In our conversation we talk about this idea, as well as how to approach negative thoughts, so you can work through them and not become stuck in them.*New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel!If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor.Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show!3 Takeaways: We often give our thoughts too much power Lean into negative thoughts and feelings instead of blocking them How to help your kids work through negative self-talk Dr. Andrea Bonior is a licensed clinical psychologist, speaker, media commentator, and author of “Detox Your Thoughts.” She serves on Georgetown University’s faculty. (She's also a Mom!)Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses!ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong! Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com.Be sure to check out these deals from this week’s sponsors: 25% off your first order. Head on over to www.missionfarmscbd.com and use code HUNTER. Take the first step, and go to seshtherapy.com today or download the Sesh app in the app store today. Go to getcubo.com and use my code "HUNTER" for $10 off your purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As children get older, they begin to realize just how big the world is, triggering fears and creating anxiety. As a parent, they look to us for reassurance and guidance. In this episode, I talk to Dr. Aude Henin, Ph.D. about helping children cope with stress, anxiety, and OCD, how to help our children work towards facing their fears, and how to recognize when our children need additional support.*New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel!If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor.Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show!3 Takeaways: Effective learning tools for difficult emotions Expressing anxiety at different ages When to seek professional help for your child Dr. Aude Henin is Co-Founder and Co-Director of the Child Cognitive Behavior Program and Clinical Director of the Child Resiliency Program in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital, and an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Henin specializes in the assessment and cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) of children with mood, autism spectrum, disruptive behavior, and anxiety disorders.Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses!ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong! Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com.Be sure to check out these deals from this week’s sponsors: Apply now at chime.com/HUNTER. Visit ThriveCausemetics.com/HUNTER for 15% off your first order! Go to FelixGrayGlasses.com/HUNTER for the best Blue Light glasses on the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Terrible Twos. The Three-nagers. Why are these years so hard, filled with countless meltdowns, frustration, and stress? Does it have to be this way? In today’s podcast, I talk to Devon Kuntzman, ACC and ICF certified coach about how we can overcome the challenges and experience the joy of toddlerhood.*New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel!If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor.Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show!Takeaways: Tantrums are not a reflection of ourselves or our children Tantrums are a necessary emotional release Some of the best learning opportunities can come post-tantrum Devon Kuntzman, ACC, is an ICF-certified coach on a mission to transform the myth that toddlerhood is terrible. Devon empowers toddler parents to overcome the challenges of toddlerhood, nurture development and create confidence in their skills by being the Loving Leader & Guide™ through using positive, respectful, and developmentally appropriate parenting tools.Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses!ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong! Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com.Be sure to check out these deals from this week’s sponsors: Each new user receives a free 2 week trial. Take the first step, and go to seshtherapy.com today or download the Sesh app in the app store today.  Go to Naturesscript.com and use promo code MINDFUL for 30% off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is attachment theory? How can I help my child develop secure attachment? What if I don’t have a secure attachment style, myself? Today, I talk to Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Attachment Specialist, Paula Sacks. We discuss the importance of secure attachment and how the attachment a child develops with their primary caregiver sets the foundation for all future relationships.*New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel!If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor.Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show!Takeaways: What are the three styles of attachment? The five primary conditions needed for secure attachment. Why we need to be intentional in our interactions with our children. Paula Sacks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Attachment Specialist. She is an award-winning author and is passionate about developing secure attachment in children.Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses!ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong! Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com.Be sure to check out these deals from this week’s sponsors: Get 10% off your first order with my promo code MINDFUL at OSEAmalibu.com. ShesBirdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase when you go to ShesBirdie.com/HUNTER. Get 30% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line with code HUNTER at kiwico.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When are fears normal for kids and when are they a cause for concern? In this episode, I talk to Natasha Daniels, anxiety & OCD Child therapist and a mom to three kids with anxiety and OCD, who helps us to distinguish between the two. She offers valuable insights into what signs to watch for and how we are best able to support our kiddos.*New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel!If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor.Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show!Takeaways: What normal anxiety looks like versus an anxiety disorder How to help our kids cope with and learn from anxiety The importance of empowering our kid and celebrating their bravery Natasha Daniels is an anxiety & OCD Child therapist and a mom to three kids with anxiety and OCD. She is the host of the AT Parenting Survival Podcast, the Youtube channel Ask the Child Therapist, and the creator of AT Parenting Survival.com.Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses!ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong! Join the Mindful Parenting membership.Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com.Be sure to check out these deals from this week’s sponsors: Each new user receives a free 2 week trial. Take the first step, and go to seshtherapy.com today or download the Sesh app in the app store today. Visit Gemmist.com to get your personalized recommendation and enter HUNTER at checkout for 20% off and free 2-day shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast episode, I talk to Dr. Meghan Owenz, author of the book, Spoiled Right: Delaying Screens and Giving Children What They Really Need. Dr. Owenz explains why screens should be avoided for children under 5 and are actually necessary (to an extent) for older kids. We talk about finding a balance, using her S.P.O.I.L. method, and tools that can be used to reclaim some of the time our kids are dedicating to their screens.*New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel!If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor.Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show!Takeaways:  Some negative effects of screen time have nothing to do with the screen itself 5 activities for children that support a better relationship with screen time Teens with the best mental well-being have a moderate amount of screen time Dr. Meghan Owenz is the author of the book, Spoiled Right: Delaying Screens and Giving Children What They Really Need. She is also a parent, psychologist, and university professor.Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses!ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong!Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com.Be sure to check out these deals from this week’s sponsors: Visit Gemmist.com to get your personalized recommendation and enter HUNTER at checkout for 20% off and free 2-day shipping. Bulldog Yoga – Use the code HUNTER at bulldogonline.com for an additional 50% off your first paid month! Apply now at chime.com/HUNTER. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our bodies have so much to tell us. Why aren’t we listening? Today, I talk to Kimberly Ann Johnson, a Somatic Experiencing trauma resolution practitioner and author of the newly released book, Call of the Wild: How We Heal Trauma, Awaken Our Power, and Use It for Good. We have a fascinating discussion about how tuning into our bodies is the starting point for understanding our needs, improving communication, and finding our inner jaguar.*New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel!If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor.Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show!Takeaways: Our bodies have a register of everything that we’ve been through. How our social nervous system influences our behaviors and actions. Removing the judgment from our view of predator and prey energies. Kimberly Ann Johnson is a Somatic Experiencing trauma resolution practitioner, Sexological Bodyworker, yoga teacher trainer, birth doula, and single mom. She is the author of the upcoming Call of the Wild: How We Heal Trauma, Awaken Our Power, and Use It for Good as well as the early mothering classic, the Fourth Trimester. Formerly known as Magamama, she is the host of the Sex, Birth, and Trauma podcast.Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses!ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong! Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com. Be sure to check out these deals from this week’s sponsors: Visit Gemmist.com to get your personalized recommendation and enter HUNTER at checkout for 20% off and free 2-day shipping. Get the world’s smartest litter without leaving home by visiting PrettyLitter.com and use promo code hunter for 20% off your first order. Visit ThriveCausemetics.com/HUNTER for 15% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What makes Mindful Parenting different? What do you learn inside Mindful Parenting? How is it different from “mindfulness for parents?” In this very special reverse-interview, Hunter answers questions posed by Lynn Weller, the Mindful Parenting Community Manager. You’ll learn about why Mindful Parenting came about, Hunter’s own struggles, and what’s inside the ground-breaking course she developed.*New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel!If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor.Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show!Takeaways: Mindfulness practices change the brain in ways that parents need. Learning to take care of our own difficult feelings is a game-changer. Parents are making some unconscious communication mistakes that make things harder. Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses!ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong! Join the Mindful Parenting membership.Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com.Be sure to check out these deals from this week’s sponsors: Bulldog Yoga - Use the code HUNTER at bulldogonline.com for an additional 50% off your first paid month! Get 30% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line with code HUNTER at kiwico.com. Get 10% off your first order with my promo code MINDFUL at OSEAmalibu.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Montessori is an innovative education modality that puts great emphasis on preparing the environment to help children succeed. They follow children’s sensitive periods for more individualized learning. Montessori has prepared some amazing creative thinkers, including Jeff Bezos (founder of Amazon), Larry Page and Sergey Brin (founders of Google), Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and Helen Keller! Let’s bring some of that power into our homes!*New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel!If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor.Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show!Takeaways: A mindset shift can help to create connection. How Montessori creates confident, respectful kids. How not to kill your child’s joy of learning. Author of “The Montessori Toddler” and the blog and podcast, “The Montessori Notebook”. Simone currently runs parent-child Montessori classes in Amsterdam at her school Jacaranda Tree Montessori and is a mother to two young adults.Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses!ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong! Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com.Be sure to check out these deals from this week’s sponsors: Visit pipettebaby.com and get 30% off with [hunter]. Go to greenchef.com/90hunter and use code 90hunter to get $90 off including free shipping! Bulldog Yoga - Use the code HUNTER at bulldogonline.com for an additional 50% off your first paid month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can dads step up to the plate and become better dads to their kids? Larry Hagner, the creator of The Dad Edge Podcast, is here to let us know. Find out how dads can become better role models and improve marital relationships too!*New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel!If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor.Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show!Takeaways: Model taking responsibility for mistakes. Creating psychological safety for your kids. Build patience, starting from the moment you wake up. Larry is the creator of The Dad Edge Podcast. Featured as one of the top dad podcasts on iTunes, the show has received over 5 million downloads. Larry is the author of 2 bestselling books. He has featured some of the most elite humans on the planet. He lives in St. Louis MO with his wife Jessica and their four boys.Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses!ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we’re over 25 thousand strong!Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com.Be sure to check out these deals from this week’s sponsors: Bulldog Yoga - Use the code HUNTER at bulldogonline.com/ for an additional 50% off your first paid month! Hellowater - For 10% off right now, that’s hellowater.com, promo code HUNTER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices