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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 permis ...
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Raising Confident Kids with SEN

Sarah Billingham, Confident Kids

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Raising Confident Kids with SEN, the podcast for parents of 3 – 8 year olds that want to understand more about how their child ticks, ease their frustration and experience a calmer day TODAY. Host Sarah Billingham is a Speech and Language Specialist Teacher with a focus on emotional regulation. With two decades of experience working with children with SEN and their families, she equips parents and practitioners with expert knowledge and the practical tools they need through training, coachin ...
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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 s…
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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 f…
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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 HU…
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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 t…
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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 CL…
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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…
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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 …
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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 hav…
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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 Pare…
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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: …
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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-FIE…
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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 CL…
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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…
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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 CLAR…
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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 …
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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:…
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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 fi…
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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 thei…
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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…
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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 Pod…
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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 …
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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…
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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 …
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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-F…
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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? An…
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What do we do when kids are having a hard time and seem to just “freak out?” We nonchalantly drop Carla Naumburg’s new book, “How to Stop Freaking Out” on the coffee table and walk away. Carla comes on to talk about this book and how parents can best support our kids when they freak out. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host …
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Back-to-school season can bring a lot of stress to parents and kids! Sometimes we get in a feedback loop—their stress makes us anxious, then our anxiety makes them more scared. Yikes! Dr. Ayesha Suneja-Seymour helps us process the stress through mindfulness—sharing what to do when rumination gets to be too much. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter C…
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How 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. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindfu…
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Are you worried about your child hitting their milestones? Kids’ gross motor development can be a haze of worry for parents. Hunter talks to Dr. Emily Heisey and Dr. Matt Otteman about how to help kids, what shoes to wear, how to place your baby and more. You’ll find out what common baby toy is a big Don’t. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke…
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Most people profoundly misunderstand the teen years and the myths around teens hurt both parents and kids. Learn what toxic beliefs to let go of and how to position yourself as a guide for the best possible outcomes for your child. Hunter talks to Dr. Ken Ginsburg about how to parent teens. Learn how to approach homework! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS…
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Hunter talks about How To Discipline. Studies show that spanking, yelling, and threatening are all ineffective parenting tools — causing more resistance in your children. So what do we do? How do we regulate our children's behavior? How do we discipline today’s kids? In this episode, I talk all about discipline — what it means, what it doesn’t mean…
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Every day, in every interaction, we are transmitting energy to those around us—our kids, our family, our friends take on a bit of what we are giving. So how can we transform the energy of anxiety, hurt, frustration and more so that we can add more peace into our lives? Hunter talks to Marisela B. Gomez about the power of mindfulness and self care t…
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How does mindfulness work to help us feel physically healthier and happier? How can we take advantage of all that mindfulness has to offer? Researcher and best-selling author, Dr. Dan Siegel comes back on the Mindful Mama Podcast. He talks about how “parental presence” has been shown to be the key to optimizing the chance of your child having a lif…
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What do you do when the older generations have opinions on how you are parenting your child? Maybe they’re worried that your kids are going to run rampant without time-outs or a swat. Perhaps there are cultural differences when raising a family in a multigenerational home. Dr. Lynyetta Willis and Hunter talk about all this and more (we answer the q…
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Today, I talk to Darcey Fairchild, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the first Certified Mindful Parenting Teacher! She takes us through her journey of healing and how this path led her to the Mindful Parenting Teacher Training. She shares how she is using her Mindful Parenting skills to help families change the dynamic in their homes, as well as…
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What do you do when your child ruminates on anxious thoughts, can’t sleep in their room alone, or doesn’t have friends due to social anxiety? In this episode, Hunter talks to Dr. Stephen Whiteside of the Mayo clinic about how parents can address each of these challenges, as well as the most common types of child anxiety and what causes it. ABOUT HU…
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In this episode, I talk to the brilliant Johann Hari. Johann is the author of three New York Times best-selling books, including the newly released Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention. In our fascinating conversation we discuss some of the biggest shifts in modern society that have had detrimental effects on our attention and the attention of…
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Is guilt bogging you down? Would you like to do more fun things, but don’t feel right taking time for yourself? Hunter talks to JoAnn Crohn of No Guilt Mom podcast about how to prioritize self-care and well being and the choices we have to make. As JoAnn says, “the best mom is a happy mom.” ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the ho…
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In today’s episode, Sarah Billingham is joined by Lauren Fenton and Rina Teslica, the hosts of the podcast F**king Normal. In this episode, Lauren and Rina share their journey of navigating the challenges of parenting a child with special educational needs (SEN) while balancing self-compassion and guilt. They explore the importance of seeking outsi…
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Did you know that many of the most common things we say to our kids actually makes things worse? Today’s Mindful Mama guest will help you know what to say and what not to say to your kids to create close, connected relationships for life. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), glo…
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Would you like to have more time in your day? Who wouldn’t?! Time management expert Laura Vanderkam talks about how to fit mindfulness into your busy schedule with kids, what is wasting your time, and how to fit your priorities into your weeks. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast …
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Are you breathing well? Is your child? My guest today is James Nestor, author of “Breath,” which explores how the human species has lost the ability to breathe properly over the past several hundred thousand years and is now suffering from a laundry list of maladies — snoring, sleep apnea, asthma, autoimmune disease — because of it. ABOUT HUNTER CL…
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We can’t deny it—there is a mental health crisis, perhaps most especially in the African American community. How does it affect kids? Parents? Hunter talks to Dr. Rheeda Walker about how to support “psychological fortitude” in kids and in adults. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcas…
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In this week's episode, we’re covering a topic on many parents' minds as the summer approaches: how to avoid the summer holiday meltdown. We'll be sharing essential tips on planning a holiday that prioritises comfort, sleep, nutrition, and physical activity to support your child's well-being, especially for parents of children with special educatio…
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40-50% of couples will get divorced. How can we do it better? Loss of a relationship can be a major trauma, and when you add kids into the mix, and co-parenting with your ex… well, there’s just a lot to work out there. How does one separate, be mindful of your kids, and be true to your own values? Radhika Lakhani, divorce attorney and mindfulness t…
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Fear can hold us back, limiting our lives and possibilities, yet so many of us live with it daily as parents. How can we transform fear? In this episode, Monica Berg shares her inspiring story as well as 3 tools to transform fear. We also talk about children’s differences (dyslexia, ADHD, and more) and how we can talk to children about what makes t…
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Hunter talks to How To Be Present & Share Mindfulness With Kids about Angie Harris. Talking to Angie is like talking to an amazingly wise older sister who just gets it. Her story will keep you riveted. Some big takeaways from this episode include: 1. We have to make an intentional choice about feeling life’s discomfort so that we can be present for…
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Being the parent of a gender-questioning child is confusing. How can we parents best support our children who are gender non-conforming when they are little kids? When they are adolescents? Hunter has a compassionate conversation with therapist Sasha Ayad about parenting gender non-conforming kids. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields i…
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This is a heartfelt and empowering conversation between our host, Sarah Billingham, and special guest, Jo Long. Get ready to delve into the importance of setting boundaries, prioritising self-care, and navigating the unique challenges and joys of parenting children with special educational needs. You'll hear Jo's personal journey, insights on embra…
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Have you ever missed out because of procrastination or that thought, “I can never do _____.” Self-sabotage is a universal behavior, even for those of us who are high achievers in some areas. In this episode I talk to neuropsychologist Dr. Judy Ho about why we do this, and how to stop. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Min…
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