Mindful Parenting: Raising Kind, Confident Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Parenting Strategies For Big Emotions & More
474 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 321 ratingsHow 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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Nesting After Divorce - Beth Behrendt [404]
June 06, 2023 05:00 - 43 minutesWhen a couple separates, it’s usually the kid’s lives that are disturbed the most—being shuttled from house to house. What if, instead of that, the kids stayed in their family home and the parents moved back and forth? This is called nesting, and it’s exactly what my guest, Beth Behrendt did when she divorced. 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 yo...
Reclaim Play - Avital Schreiber Levy [403]
May 30, 2023 05:00 - 1 hourKids independent play time has dropped precipitously in the last 30 years and it’s hurting kids. Hunter talks to Avital Schreiber Levy, author of Reclaim Play about why that is and how we can reclaim the lost art of independent play. Picture yourself putting your feet up while your child plays without your involvement! We’ll give you concrete steps to help make that happen. If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway....
Preventing Alcohol Issues in Your Kids- Jessica Lahey [402]
May 23, 2023 05:00 - 54 minutesNone of us want our kids to grow up addicted to alcohol or drugs, but how do we prevent it? It turns out there are research-based ways to inoculate our children to the harmful effects of addiction (turns out, it starts with being open, honest and giving good information). Jessica Lahey comes on the Mindful Mama Podcast to help us raise healthy kids in a culture of dependence. If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeawa...
[Mindful Parenting Coaching] How to Get Your Child to Do Chores [401]
May 16, 2023 05:00 - 49 minutesWhat do you do when your child won’t do chores? Paloma is the mom to a 9-year old daughter who is starting to act way too much like a teenager. Tempers have been running high and she wants her daughter to contribute to chores. Hunter walks her through how to heal this relationship and get her daughter to help around the house. 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 devi...
400TH Episode! Parenting Wisdom with Hunter Clarke-Fields, Lynyetta Willis, Bethany Saltman, and Zaiba Hassan [400]
May 09, 2023 05:00 - 1 hourIt’s the 400th episode of the Mindful Mama Podcast!!! To celebrate, Hunter hosted a party/roundtable with a few of her favorite guests. She talks to Zaiba Hasan, Bethany Saltman, and Dr. Lynyetta Willis about how parenting has changed in the last 20 years; What should parents be focusing on? What do you wish you knew as a young mother? And so much more. 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...
Declutter! Making Space for Happiness - Tracy McCubbin [399]
May 02, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutesSometimes we get all excited to declutter and then the stuff just…comes back! We manage to re-clutter—especially with kids around. Why does it seem like spaces never remain decluttered for long? Professional organizer and author Stacy McCubbin helps us understand why this happens and how to interrupt the cycle for more ease in our homes and more confidence and connection in our lives. If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your bigges...
Bring Your Kids Into the Kitchen - Nadiya Hussain [398]
April 25, 2023 05:00 - 55 minutesNeed some inspiration to get your kids into the kitchen? In this episode, we have Nadiya Hussain on the Mindful Mama Podcast—a British television chef, author and television presenter. You may have watched her win the Great British Baking Show or some of her many other travelogues or cooking shows, but did you know she’s struggled with anxiety and writes amazing children’s books? Join Hunter as she talks to Nadiya Hussain! If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d lov...
Understanding Tweens & Teens - Douglas Haddad [397]
April 18, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutesTweens and teens can be super-challenging for us parents. They’re going through massive changes, they can be impulsive, and they need us as they navigate their transition to adulthood. How can we raise happy, self-confident tweens and teens? What should we know about technology? Hunter talks to Douglas Haddad about all these things and more. 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 listeni...
Keep Your Kids Safe From Gun Violence - Dr. Johanna Thomas [396]
April 11, 2023 05:00 - 39 minutesGun violence recently surpassed car accidents as the leading cause of death for American children. This is the reality, so how do we American parents keep our kids safe from guns? It turns out there are some very simple questions we should be asking our kid’s friends’ parents: Do you have a gun in your home or car? How is it secured? 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 yo...
Taking Men & Boys Out of the "Man Box" - Todd Adams [395]
April 04, 2023 05:00 - 47 minutesWe’re learning more and more about the “man-box” and how harmful it is to men, boys, and all of society. Men are lonely and disconnected and many are in crisis. What do we need to do to address it? How do we raise our boys so they aren’t hamstrung by toxic masculinity? Todd Adams comes on the Mindful Mama Podcast to help us parse out these issues. 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 l...
How to Keep Monogamy Hot - Ashleigh Renard [394]
March 28, 2023 05:00 - 55 minutesBeing in a long-term monogamous relationship is notoriously difficult, and then you add kids into the mix, and it can be the death blow to a healthy sex life. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Your relationship with your partner (if you have one) is the most important foundation for a stable family, and hot sex can be part of that! Don’t feel guilty for feeling dissatisfied. In this episode, Ashley Renard shares stories, tips and even equipment that can make monogamy hot again. If you enjo...
Helping ADHD with Nutrition - Dana Kay [393]
March 21, 2023 05:00 - 51 minutesKids with ADHD and their families often face many struggles, including tantrums and stress. Often a multifaceted approach is needed to provide children and their families with the tools needed to not only survive, but to thrive with ADHD. It is becoming more and more evident that one of these tools for potentially reducing ADHD symptoms is through a child's nutrition. Dana Kay, founder of the ADHD Thrive Institute, comes on to talk about her experience with relying on medication alone and her...
How To Handle Boys & Aggression - Tosha Schore [392]
March 14, 2023 05:00 - 55 minutesYou’re watching your toddler or preschooler act aggressively, what do you do? It can be confusing and scary because you’re not modeling that behavior and we often don’t know how to respond. In this episode, Tosha Schore comes on to talk about boys and aggressive behavior. We talk about why it happens and what to do about it. 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...
How To Step-Parent - Naja Hall [391]
March 07, 2023 06:00 - 52 minutesAre you a stepparent or dealing with divorce with kids? If so, you know that it can be a relationship mine-field. That’s why I invited Naja Hall, creator of VIPStepmom.com to talk about being a stepparent. What is it like to become a part of a family with kids who may be devastated by the divorce of their parents? One hint: the only thing you can control is you. 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 scr...
Conscious Parenting Roadmap - Dr. Shefali [390]
February 28, 2023 06:00 - 49 minutesHow do we parent consciously? In this episode, I bring on Dr. Shefali Tsabary, acclaimed clinical psychologist and multiple bestselling author to give us the lowdown on her new step-by-step guide to disrupting toxic inherited patterns and creating healthy, conscious relationships with our kids. We learn why kids are doing what they’re doing and how to direct our energy to what we can control. If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know you...
Talking to Tweens About Sex - Amy Lang [389]
February 21, 2023 06:00 - 59 minutesHow do we talk to tweens about sex?? I invited Amy Lang back to the Mindful Mama Podcast to tell us how to approach subjects like gender, bodies, puberty, consent, relationships, and so much more. We talk about how to approach these conversations and how they will protect our kids. 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...
Myths About Parenting Littles - Julietta Skoog [388]
February 14, 2023 06:00 - 1 hourLittle kids can be so challenging! Sometimes it feels like a time to just get through—but wait, there are many powerful seeds to be planted in this very important time. In this episode I talk to Julieta Skoog and she busts the myths of parenting littles, like they’re “too little to help.” This is a must listen episode for parents of toddlers and preschoolers! 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 screens...
Global Parenting - Casey O'Roarty [387]
February 07, 2023 06:00 - 45 minutesToward the end of 2022, I joined more than 60 other parenting experts at the first ever global parenting conference in Abu Dhabi —Parenthood: The UnConference. In this episode, Casey O’Roarty, fellow speaker and teen expert joins me to talk about our experience at the conference and how it changed our lives! 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...
How to Help ADHD Kids - Seth Perler [386]
January 31, 2023 06:00 - 53 minutesWhen Seth Perler was little he was called “lazy, unmotivated, and easily distracted,” by his teachers. Now he helps struggling ADHD kids not just survive, but thrive. In this episode we talk about helping kids with executive functioning, why it’s so important, and even give some concrete tools to use with your child! 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 i...
How to Teach Body Safety - Missy Gryder [385]
January 24, 2023 06:00 - 50 minutes** Trigger Warning** How do we talk to our kids about body safety? It’s not easy! Oftentimes, we can miss out on these most important of conversations because they are so difficult. That’s why I’m so excited to introduce you to Dr. Missy Gryder who developed the Body Safety Box. Hear her talk about the importance of this and how it might be the number one most important thing you ever do for your child’s safety. If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear...
[Mindful Parenting Coaching] How to Hold Space for Big Emotions [384]
January 17, 2023 06:00 - 1 hourWhen your toddler is freaking out, how do you stay calm? Mindful Parenting member Sarah has a baby and a 2 ½ year old and she feels overwhelmed when her toddler has big emotions. She doesn’t want to shame and blame him (and repeat harmful generational patterns), so what to do? Listen as Hunter coaches Sarah on the podcast. 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, ...
Mindfulness For Busy Parents - Shonda Moralis [383]
January 10, 2023 06:00 - 57 minutesLife can feel like one big to-do list, leaving us overwhelmed. So I invited Shonda Moralis back on the podcast to talk about how mindfulness can help us surf the waves of life. This is an unusual episode! Listen to Shonda help me through a tough moment and feel the power of a mindfulness practice. 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...
Society's Promise to Parents - Dr. Dana Suskind [382]
January 03, 2023 06:00 - 49 minutesYou should not have to go it alone as a parent. In fact, the United States fails parents in many ways that lead to poor outcomes for children’s brain development. In this episode, Hunter talks to Dr. Dana Suskind, world-class pediatric surgeon, social scientist, and best-selling author of Thirty Million Words, about her latest book, Parent Nation, and the ways we parents can start to expect and demand more as the caretakers of the next generation. If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired...
Best of Mindful Mama 2022 [381]
December 27, 2022 06:00 - 1 hourTo 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 Self Care How to help Kids With Self-Regulation Watch 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...
The Power of Play - Anna Yudina [380]
December 20, 2022 06:00 - 51 minutesHow can you encourage creativity, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and resilience in your child? PLAY! Free play is absolutely vital for a child’s life. In this episode, I talk to Any Yudina from The Genius of Play, who reminds us that there is no substitute for free, unstructured play for kids and we parents have to protect that time. We also talk about TOYS—what are the essentials your kid needs? Watch this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel! If you enjoyed this episode, a...
Mindfulness For Kids - Kailey Lefko [379]
December 13, 2022 06:00 - 40 minutesYou have definitely heard or experienced yourself the benefits of mindfulness—better emotional regulation, more calm, and clearer thinking. So what about your kids? Many adults want to share mindfulness for kids but there are definitely some DOs and some DON’Ts. Hunter talks to Kailey Lefko is a teacher, co-founder of Educalme about how we should share mindfulness with kids. Watch this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel! If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, ...
Teaching Kids Finances - Bobbi Rebell [378]
December 06, 2022 06:00 - 56 minutesTeens and young adults need to know how to navigate the financial challenges of adulthood including debt, credit cards, how to manage their own household, and more. Are we teaching them everything they need to know? In this episode, I talk to Bobbi Rebell, author of Launching Financial Grownups. If you want to know what to teach your child about money, this is a must-listen! Watch this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel! If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way,...
Unlocking Your Kid's Motivation - Sharath Jeevan [377]
November 29, 2022 06:00 - 51 minutesHow do we motivate our kids to do well—in school, and in life? In this episode I talk to motivation expert Sharath Jeevan about the things we do that kill motivation and how we can help our kids become passionate contributors to our future world instead. Watch 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 yo...
Listen Again: Raising Good Humans - Hunter Clarke-Fields [376]
November 22, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutesYou'll know that you're not alone as you hear Hunter's honest and vulnerable sharing of her struggles. You'll see that you are not to blame for your hot temper or feeling like one big button waiting to be pushed. You'll learn research-proven tools and practices that will create palpable changes in your day-to-day life with your child. Raising Good Humans is the roadmap you've been looking for to leave the authoritarian practices of the past behind while creating cooperation from the inside-ou...
The Key to Making Kids Stronger & More Resilient - Angela Hanscom [375]
November 15, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutesAs children’s lives become more “virtual,” teachers notice a decrease in attention and doctors report an alarming increase in sensory and emotional disorders. How can you make sure your kid is instead healthy, resilient, and strong? Hunter talks to Angela Hanscom, founder of Timbernook and author of Balanced & Barefoot about the power of outdoor play. Watch 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...
Help Your Child Regulate Feelings - Alyssa Blask-Campbell [374]
November 08, 2022 06:00 - 53 minutesBirth to age five is when children form 90% of their brain, and the foundation of emotional intelligence they get in those years can impact the rest of their development. In this episode, I talk to Alyssa Campbell, founder of Seed & Sew about young children and how to support their growth as grounded humans. Watch 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 scre...
Help Your Child Learn - Peter Gray [373]
November 01, 2022 05:00 - 1 hourMany 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. If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear ...
Screens: What Parents Are Missing - Emily Weinstein & Carrie James [372]
October 25, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutesSensational news stories about tech can have us wanting to run away to a cabin in the woods without internet or devices! Can there be any good news about kids and tech? In my conversation with Emily Weinstein and Carrie James, authors of “Behind Their Screens,” I found out that there are actually hidden benefits to tech, and that we adults can get much more curious and open-minded about kids and tech. Watch this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel! If you enjoyed this episode, and it ...
Self-Compassion Master Class - Dr. Shauna Shapiro [371]
October 18, 2022 05:00 - 49 minutesThe research is in. Shaming and judging ourselves does NOT help us become better parents. What do we need instead? Dr. Shauna Shapiro came back on the Mindful Mama Podcast to talk about self-compassion and her new guided, “Good Morning, I Love You” journal. Watch 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 y...
Tech Making Kids Moody, Crazy and Lazy? - Dr. Victoria Dunckley [370]
October 11, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutesIf your child is consistently irritable, has attention issues, or behavior problems, you may want to check in on how much screen time they have. Dr. Victoria Dunkley talks to us about how screen time affects developing brains—acting as a stimulant for kids. Learn about her intervention and how reducing screen time can radically help mental health disorders. Watch 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 ab...
Dealing with Anger - Cherie Burton [369]
October 04, 2022 05:00 - 1 hourWere you taught to be a “good girl” who didn’t rock the boat? Many women have been taught that to be peacemakers, we need to push down our normal feelings of anger. Yet, living in an unequal world, not valued fully leaves many of us with a “righteous anger.” And this suppressed anger leads to mental and physical health issues. Watch 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 ta...
You Are Not a Sh*tty Parent - Carla Naumburg [368]
September 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hourDo you ever think that you are a sh*tty parent? If so, you are not alone. A combination of factors has led to this generation of parents being incredibly hard on themselves. Today I talk to Carla Naumburg, Mindful Mama Podcast favorite and author of the new book “You Are Not a Sh*tty Parent,” about how to turn around this judgmental mindset and how it (paradoxically) can help us become better parents! Watch this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel! If you enjoyed this episode, and it ...
First Phone - Catherine Pearlman [367]
September 20, 2022 05:00 - 52 minutesCellphones have become a fact of life, with children as young as eight (yes, eight!) getting their very own “devices.” In this episode, I talk to Catherine Pearlman—licensed clinical social worker and parenting expert—about her book, First Phone. I love this book! In it, she speaks directly to eight- to twelve-year-old children about digital safety in a manner that is playful, engaging, and age-appropriate. Watch this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel! If you enjoyed this episode, a...
How To Transform Triggers - Dr. Lynyetta Willis [366]
September 13, 2022 05:00 - 56 minutesKids do and say things all the time that trigger intense feelings in us parents. Then we’re often yelling, shaming, or blaming. Where do these intergenerational dramas come from? How can we transform these triggers? In this episode, I talk to psychologist Dr. Lynyetta Willis about all this and more so that we can move on to healing and empowerment. Watch 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 ...
[On-Air Coaching] Help! My child won’t listen [365]
September 06, 2022 05:00 - 59 minutesWhat do you do with a child that won’t listen? Ranine, a single mom of a 7-year-old girl and an 8-year-old boy is frustrated with the yelling, so she’s falling on the old tool: take away the electronics. Is there another way to get your child to listen? How do you get your child to clean their room or get off screen time if you don’t threaten? Watch 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 kno...
Generation Sleepless - Heather Turgeon and Julie Wright [364]
August 30, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutesHow can we help kids get better sleep? Authors of “Generation Sleepless,” Heather Turgeon and Julie Wright help us help our tweens, teens, and even little ones get better sleep! We talk about the “perfect storm” of factors that work against us, and how to hold limits to support kids’ sleep! Watch 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 list...
Authentic Mothering - Soleil Moon-Frye [363]
August 23, 2022 05:00 - 51 minutesHunter meets her childhood hero, actress, director, and documentarian, Soleil Moon Frye…aka Punky Brewster! 🌈 Like any parent, Soleil wants to help protect and prepare her teen daughter as she gets ready for life beyond high school. They talk about teen mental health and the importance of being open and honest with your teens. Watch 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 ta...
Communicate & Negotiate Mindfully - Gaëtan Pellerin [362]
August 16, 2022 05:00 - 54 minutesIn this episode, I talk to Gaetan Pellerin about how tools used in negotiating are more than relevant while raising our kids. We talk about the role of the ego, why parenting can be so challenging, and how powerful mindfulness is when identifying the wants and needs of our kids. Watch 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 you...
Mommying While Muslim - Zaiba Hasan [361]
August 09, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutesWhat is it like to be an American Muslim mama trying to raise kids who are 100% American and Muslim? Is it possible to be progressive and Muslim? Many have misperceptions (including me!), so I brought on Zaiba Hasan, host of the Mommying While Muslim podcast to talk about all this and more. Watch 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 list...
Move Your Body, Heal Your Mind - Jennifer Heisz [360]
August 02, 2022 05:00 - 1 hourDo you struggle with making time to exercise? As parents, exercising can seem daunting and exhausting. In this episode, I talk to Jennifer Heisz, author of Move the Body, Heal the Mind: Overcome Anxiety, Depression, and Dementia, and Improve Focus, Creativity, and Sleep about the importance of daily movement. We talk about how exercise doesn't have to be vigorous or time-consuming. Jennifer suggests ways even busy parents can make time for movement. Watch this episode on the Mindful Mama Yout...
Compassionate Discipline - Wendy Snyder [359]
July 26, 2022 05:00 - 55 minutesWhat do you do with kids who push back… a lot?? Today, I talk to Wendy Snyder about building a compassionate discipline toolkit to deal with challenging kids. We talk about how to stay firm and kind so you don’t become too permissive with your children (and why that’s harmful). This episode is chock-full of practical parenting tools! Watch 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 big...
Raising Emotionally Resilient Daughters in a Digital Age - Dr. Roni Cohen-Sandler [358]
July 19, 2022 05:00 - 1 hourIn this episode, I talk to Dr. Roni Cohen Sandler, author of “Anything But My Phone, Mom!” where we discuss the importance of building a trusting relationship with your daughter(s). We talk about how to set the tone while they're younger, for the kind of relationship you want with them throughout adolescence. You'll also hear about parental anxiety and the modern challenges parents face while raising their daughters. Watch this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel! If you enjoyed this ...
Simplify Screentime - Arlene Pellicane [357]
July 12, 2022 05:00 - 56 minutesScreen time has a BIG effect on kids’ attention, brain development, and more. We know that we want to limit screen time, but how do we do that when every other child has a phone? In this episode, I talk to Arlene Pellicane, author of Screen Kids, and host of the Happy Home podcast about how to limit screen time. Watch 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 ...
[On-Air Coaching] Slow Down, Mama [356]
July 05, 2022 05:00 - 56 minutesDo you want to do everything? Homeschooling mom Kasii Oakley has five kids in Vermont. She’s a nurturer at heart and wants to do everything! She wants to make all their food from scratch and have time to do some writing or painting for herself. Is it possible? What are the deeper challenges beyond just efficient scheduling? Watch 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 takea...
Raising Resilience - Hansa Bhargava [355]
June 28, 2022 05:00 - 58 minutesMany of us are suffering from parent burnout right now and kids are also. Mental health challenges for kids have skyrocketed. How does our parenting affect kids' mental health? We want to protect our kids, but too much protection is actually harmful. In this episode, I talk to Dr. Hansa Bhargava, pediatrician, and author of Building Happier Kids which is being published by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Watch this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel! If you enjoyed this episode, ...