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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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12:47

#987 Mummy Daughter BFF's

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/05/09

An encouragement to any parent feeling like they are stuck in a rut with a child determined to be horrible and difficult - there is hope! The relationship with your child changes as they age into adulthood and can become a delightful and close friendship. In this episode: Changing parent/child relationships during the young adult years Friendships with adult children Routines and structures Finding Balance – Happy Families #952- A Rippin Good Read – Happy Families Troubled by Rob Henderson | A

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12:22

#986 The Mother's Day Yes/No Game

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/05/08

Kylie is back, answering some quick-fire "Have you ever...?" questions about motherhood and family life. Mother's Day Links: Me & My Mum Activity Book - Free Printable – Happy Families What Dad can do for Mum’s wellbeing – Happy Families Find us on Facebook or TikTok Leave a voice memo here or email your questions/comments to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more about joining THE QUEST at our websiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:43

#985 Responding to Gendered Violence With Richard Ryan

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/05/07

How can parents ensure their children grow up to be respectful, kind, and considerate towards others? This conversation with author and academic Richard Ryan examines the typical backgrounds of perpetrators of violence and aggression and gives practical advice to parents so they can meet their child's basic psychological needs of relatedness, autonomy, and competency. In this episode: Self Determination Theory Gendered violence Basic Psychological Needs Modelling values and

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14:04

#984 City vs Country

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/05/06

Does a particular school really make for a “better” education? And how can parents prepare their children for the death of a much-loved grandparent? In this episode: City vs country schools Resources, results and reputation Fun, fit and philosophy Upheaval for families when moving Developing new friendships and relationships Stability and security Grief and loss Preoperational thinking, object permanence, abstraction Developmentally appropriate language The sacredness of life and

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18:01

#983 Man or Bear?

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/05/05

Content warning: not for young ears. “If you had to be in the forest with a man or a bear, which would you choose?”. How do we get to the point where we can answer without hesitation “a man!”? In this episode: Violence against women Parents stepping up Teaching morality The 'No More' rallies Influence of explicit pornography on young men Links: Quote by Saint Augustine: “Right is right even if no one is doing it...” The five demands of the No More national rallies (womensagenda.com.au) Helping

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13:00

#982 Judgement & Criticism Are Out!

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/05/02

Judgement & criticism, punishing, provoking, and trying to “fix” a child—none of these are a parent’s job. They only serve to drive a wedge in relationships. Our job is to love our children. To set limits and have expectations—yes!—but to do so kindly. In this episode: Shifting the paradigm Compassion and empathy Emotions go up, intelligence goes down The problem with judgement Why kindness is the answer Links: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, by Stephen R Covey I don’t need

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17:09

#981 Am I The Only One Not Interested in Intimacy?

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/05/01

If you are struggling to "keep the spark alive" with your loved one, you're not alone. Exhaustion, screen addiction, lack of time, resentment - all these issues (and more!) can lead to zero interest in nurturing intimacy. Today we share some surprising secrets to sustaining a strong sexual connection! In this episode: Reasons for having zero interest in intimacy Connection and friendship Prioritising sex Slowing things down Female pleasure Book recommendations Links: Nurturing Intimacy: Secrets

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16:41

#980 The Anxious Generation With Jonathan Haidt

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/30

Justin shares four big ideas based on Jonathan Haidt's new book in the hope that it generates some constructive conversations with your kids at home: the key to building a resilient child, getting comfy with our children experiencing a healthy level of discomfort in life, the impact of social media on the brain development of teens, and looking at problematic use of or addiction to social media. In this episode: Healthy/unhealthy childhood stressors Supportive parenting vs "tough love" or

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15:55

#979 Taking No For An Answer

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/29

A listener wants to know how to help her friend, a single mum to an increasingly difficult 10-year-old boy. Plus, three things you can do to survive your child’s big and embarrassing public meltdown! In this episode: Single parenting Supporting other parents Aggressive child Emotional regulation Psychological help It takes a village! 2-parent privilege Travelling with kids HALTS How to say no with compassion and kindness Helpful Links: Developmental Milestones [Part 4: Middle Childhood] Can We

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11:27

#978 Putting Mum on Your Resume

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/28

Are you wanting to return to work but struggling to know what on Earth to write on your resume after years out of the workforce? Listen in for some ideas that will inspire and encourage mothers to confidently claim the skills, strengths, and unique value you possess and can offer the world! In this episode: Cost-of-living increase Returning to work Motherhood Being a mum is valid and valuable work, so I put it on my CV - ABC Everyday Writing a resume Parental responsibilities, skills, unique

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14:24

#977 The Not So Fond Farewell

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/25

Justin & Kylie discuss the hills and valleys of life - Justin is definitely feeling on top of the mountain as he strives to achieve a better work/life balance, while Kylie is in the valley after farewelling daughter number three. Find us on Facebook or TikTok Leave a voice memo here or email your questions/comments to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more about joining THE QUEST at our websiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:39

#976 Abigail Shrier's Bad Therapy

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/23

Justin takes a look at Abigail Shrier's controversial new book "Bad Therapy". What's really going on with our kids, and why they are going through so many challenges? In this episode: Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up and Irreversible Damage by Abigail Shrier Why The Kids Aren’t Alright | Honestly Podcast Trauma, PTSD, depression Therapy Iatrogenesis - when the healer introduces harm Parental self-doubt Restorative practices in schools Gentle parenting under fire Understanding children’s

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11:39

#975 Homework Hassles & Social Struggles

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/22

Today we answer listener questions about co-parenting, homework, and starting daycare. In this episode: Co-parenting and divorce Picking battles Co-parenting apps: 2houses and OurFamilyWizard Structure and routine Natural, unstructured environments Developing social skills Happy Families Resources: Parenting on the Same Page – Happy Families 7 Tips for Co-Parenting Your Children – Happy Families #962 The Perfection Trap with Thomas Curran (Part 1) – Happy Families #947 Day Care Data with Jenet

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19:29

#974 Roblox Rules

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/21

Roblox is incredibly popular with kids, bringing a very real challenge to parents today. We share 5 practical steps you can take to keep your child safe online when it is not practical or feasible to keep them offline. In this episode: Keeping gaming to a minimum Roblox worries Inappropriate content Online predators Parental Guidance Season 2 Episode 1, Watch TV Online (9now.com.au) Commercialisation of platforms Psychological capacity of children Parental controls | How to keep your child safe

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15:20

#973 Hooray for Holidays!

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/18

After years of family holiday flops, ChatGPT planned a successful Coulson holiday. Plus, Kylie saves the day with a big dose of compassion.In this episode: #952- A Rippin Good Read – Happy Families ChatGPT itinerary planning Large family dynamics Farewelling children Gap years #968 The Secret to Regulating Emotions – Happy Families The power of compassion Find us on Facebook or TikTok Leave a voice memo here or email your questions/comments to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more about

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16:39

#972 This Week in Parenting: Bluey, BuzzFeed & Bad...

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/17

Content warning: violence, CSA + a spoiler alert for Bluey fans.This week in parenting: how a family of dogs is teaching resilience, a sober warning to parents regarding children's online activity, and a fun look at celebrity parenting rules. In this episode: Bluey is back with a lesson about preparing kids for change - ABC News Resilience Guy Sebastian's bad parenting advice Responding to Toddler Tantrums – Happy Families Violent Online Groups Extort Minors to Self-Harm and Produce Child Sexual

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14:44

#971 Pregnancy and Infant Loss with Lellie Lopter

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/16

Warning: sensitive content Pregnancy and infant loss are such important yet rarely discussed topics. Author Lellie Lopter emphasises the importance of creating a safe environment for these conversations to take place, as well as the need to include children in the healing journey. In this episode: My Brother Born Sleeping by Lellie Lopter Supporting families Coping with different beliefs about infant loss Curiosity from children and how to answer their questions Pink Elephant Foundation Rainbow

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14:04

#970 Talking About Tragedies

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/15

Following the tragic attack in Bondi, our children need help processing such difficult news. There are things you can do and say to ensure your child feels safe and secure as they come to terms with what has happened.Also, a mum of three asks "What should we do when our kids don't show us the respect that we would like?" In this episode: Having hard conversations Honesty Limiting exposure to news Age-appropriate information Holding boundaries Weekly family meetings What To Do When Kids Won’t

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14:32

#969 The Generation Gap

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/14

Digital influences, demographic shifts, and information overload: we explore the evolution of parenting from GenX through to Millennial parents. In this episode: Digital infusion Information overload Parents under pressure Changing dynamics of family life Screen-based childhoods Present and engaged parents Find us on Facebook or TikTok Email your questions and comments to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more about joining THE QUEST at our websiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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14:06

#968 The Secret to Regulating Emotions

Dr Justin Coulson"s Happy Families ·

2024/04/11

The meltdown out of nowhere, an angry and aggressive child, the emotionally flooded teen - kids of all ages have BIG emotions, and experience emotional dysregulation! Discover the tools and skills that will help you respond to your child with compassion and kindness - and build emotional awareness and regulation for you both. Topics in this episode: No Matter What Emotion regulation The magic of Nature Moving forward, finding solutions Responding with compassion and gentleness Emotion Coaching- a

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