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Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families

Dr Justin Coulson

Deciding which parenting advice to follow?Join the thousands of mums and dads who turn to Australia’s most downloaded parenting podcast. Dr Justin Coulson and his wife Kylie bring real parenting solutions every day, cutting through the noise of modern advice with clear, practical guidance for every step of parenting. From early childhood challenges to the complexities of the teenage years, each daily episode offers simple, evidence-based strategies to help you feel more confident in your

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#43 Social Media

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2018/08/02

In an ever-evolving world, we have become more reliant on technology. In this latest episode, Dr Justin discusses the use of screens and social media in the family. Find more on this topic at the Happy Families Shop:See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:05

#42 Life Balance

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2018/06/07

Do you feel like you are being pulled in a million directions? Is balance in life really achievable? Dr Justin says no! Instead, let’s focus on being intentional. Listen and found out how! The 21 Days to a Happier Family Online program can help you get intentional with the things that matter to your family. TAKE A LOOKSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:34

#41 Ignoring Children

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2018/05/15

Is it ever OK to ignore your children? Typically people think that by ignoring tantrums the problem will go away. But does it? Here are some alternative strategies you can try.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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#40 Discussing Big Issues

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2018/04/24

How do we respond to our kids when they come to us with questions about the BIG ISSUES? Dr Justin gives us some great tips and insights that will arm you with the right tools when the need arises.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:41

#39 Dads & Sons

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2018/04/17

Dads and sons. It can be a very special relationship. How can we nurture that connection, especially as those bright eyed boys become troublesome teens?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:26

#38 Defining Quality Time

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2018/04/09

Both mums and dads are spending more time with their kids than ever, which is great! But is the time we are spending with our children today “quality” time?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:04

#37 Conversations with Kids

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2018/03/26

How do we warn our children of potential dangers without disempowering them? Dr Justin gives some practical suggestions on how to have those difficult conversations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:20

#36: Stop Look and Listen

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/10/17

Every parent wishes their children would listen to them more. But, how well do we really listen to them? When we stop, look and listen to our children we are letting them know that they are worthy of our time. In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin Coulson shares some simple strategies for making sure your children receive the one-on-one attention and nurture they deserve. Links mentioned in this episode: * What Your Child Needs From You * Have Dr Justin speak at your school or organization *

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10:28

#35 Tired Teens Commit Crimes

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/10/10

Sleep is not a luxury item, but many of today’s teens aren’t getting enough and it’s having a detrimental effect for many of them long into the future. Devices have crept into the bedroom and many teens are losing sleep because they’re spending all night on social media and playing games. A recent study has found that a teenager that is always tired is 4.5 times more likely to commit a crime as an adult. In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin looks at the research from this study and explores some

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10:31

#34 What to do when you’re having ‘one of those days’

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/10/03

We’ve all had ‘one of those days’ with our kids where we seem to butting heads with each other all day. There’s no avoiding it. Those days do happen. So how do we survive them as parents and ensure our children continue to thrive? There is no one simple answer – different situations call for different solutions. In this week’s episode Dr Justin Coulson shares some ideas to keep in mind and give a go next time you’re having ‘one of those days’. Links mentioned in this episode: * Parenting workshop

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#33: How to get your children to really listen

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/09/27

You talk and you talk and you talk and there’s a blank look on their face. You ask a question and they walk the other way as if they haven’t heard you. So you ask louder, then you yell and shout to get our child’s attention. Does it work? No. But you still do it over and over again. In this week’s episode Dr Justin Coulson shares his top 3 tips to get your children to really listen. Links mentioned in this episode: * 21 Days to a Happier Family book * 21 Days to a Happier Family online video program

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10:31

#32: When it comes to technology, are you setting a...

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/09/19

Kids these days are addicted to their devices. My child spends way too much time on screens. How do I get my child to put down his phone and go outside? One of the biggest concerns for modern parents is the amount of time their children are spending on screens and the effect this is having on their health, relationships and wellbeing. But while we are all busy being so concerned, research tells us that parents aren’t setting a very good example and this is having a detrimental effect on our

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11:48

#31 Age: Does it matter when becoming a mum?

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/09/13

Does it matter how old you are when you have children? It’s a controversial topic and there is no definitive answer. In this week’s episode Dr Justin Coulson looks at the research, in particular a recent correlational study looking at the advantages and disadvantages associated with the age a mother is when she has a child. Dr Justin explains how health and physicality, stability of relationships, life experience, psychological maturity and psychological flexibility all play a part in the type of

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9:23

#30: Teaching Our Children to be Respectful

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/09/05

“When I was your age…” We’ve all heard our parents say it and some of us may have even said it ourselves. Every generation believes children are losing the art of respect. In this episode Dr Justin explores: * the difference between obedience and respect and how it is unfair to our children to confuse the two * how to deal with a child who has anxiety issues and whose behaviour may be perceived by others as disrespectful * the problem with asking for respect in disrespectful ways * the importance of

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#29: How to Protect Your Child Against ‘Sexting’ and...

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/08/29

If your child was the victim of sexting would they tell you? And if so, would you know what to do? In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin Coulson shares a personal story regarding one of his daughters who received a request for nude images from a so called friend. Find out how Dr Justin dealt with the situation and what he learned from the experience. “Sexist, abusive and toxic messages are everywhere in the media. The exploitation of girls and young women rockets through primary school and into

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#28: Spare the Rod – How Punishment is Different to...

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/08/22

Whether or not smacking children is effective or even acceptable is a topic that polarises people in today’s society. Many believe we’ve become too soft and need to bring back ‘old-school’ parenting – without shame or remorse. Those who are in favour often make the argument that they were smacked and still turned out fine. But, imagine if our children grew up saying they turned out well because of the way they were parented rather than in spite of the way they were parented. In this week’s podcast

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#27: How to Implement a Routine Without Being Rigid

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/08/15

Establishing a routine is important for children and adults. We do better and feel more secure when life is predictable, and we get more done. A lot of parents don’t like the idea of a routine because they think it means there is no room for flexibility and spontaneity. In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin Coulson explains how to implement a simple routine that allows you to have fun and flexibility, but also gives you a framework to come back to when things aren’t going right.For more on the

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#26: Making Time for Your Marriage

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/08/08

Family, parenting and marriage – all of these are important relationships in our home and they can be tough work sometimes. To make them work, we need to make them a priority. In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin Coulson talks about marriage. Quality time with our spouse or partner can often go by the wayside, especially when our children are of an age where they need a lot of attention. So how can we give our marriage the attention it deserves? This week, Dr Justin shares some simple to

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#25: How to Turn Your Anger Around

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/08/01

Do you lose your cool with your kids? Do you feel like you’re constantly yelling? In this week’s podcast episode I share my top 4 tips for keeping our anger in check and stay calm and be kind to our children (even when we think they don’t deserve it).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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#24: 7 Steps to Totally Terrible Parenting

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2017/07/25

No parent is perfect. We have all been totally terrible parents at some time or other. This week’s podcast episode is a humorous look at what makes a totally terrible parent (and a gentle reminder of how to be a great one). If you’d rather be a totally awesome parent rather than a totally terrible one, take advantage of our special offer to save $50 off my 21 Days to a Happier Family online video program. Click here and enter the coupon code ‘PODCAST’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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