Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
Dr Justin Coulson
The Happy Families Podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.
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Jan 23, 2022 • 15min
#427 We Don't Talk About COVID
Kylie shares her mental health struggles at the end of 2021Topics discussed in this episode Kylie's back! Justin & Kylie discuss the school holidays being extended by Covid The podcast had 1.95 million downloads last year The Coulson's had the worst Christmas ever Kylie shares her mental health struggles at the end of 2021 Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 20, 2022 • 13min
#426 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin & Kate reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Kate took a mum-cation & worries about the mum-guilt Justin's been struggling with not having enough time for the kids For a happier family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen. Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 19, 2022 • 13min
#425 I Won't Tell You Again, Again
Top 5 things we've said to our kids these holidaysTopics included in this podcast: Justin's writing a new book Top 5 things Justin & Kate said to their kids this holidays Join Justin for a live Q&A in your Happy Families Membership. Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 18, 2022 • 15min
#424 Food Fighters
Justin & Kate answer a Happy Families Premium member's question about dinner timeTopics discussed in this episode Why is dinner time so difficult? One of Justin's daughter's has decided to go vegetarian The history of fussy eating Justin & Kate share their top tips Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 17, 2022 • 15min
#423 Go to Your Room...For 10 Days
Justin & Kate discuss the challenges of isolation for familiesTopics discussed in this episode Justin & Kate discuss the current status of Covid in Australia Kate's daughter contracted Covid The challenges of 10 days of isolation Solutions for children in isolation Relax in screen time Make meal times fun Get them outside every day For a happier family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 16, 2022 • 13min
#422 Hello 2022, Hello Kate
Happy New Year to all the Happy Families Podcast listeners!Justin and Kylie have big news with a move underway - more on that to come on the podcast soon. So filling in this week for Kylie is radio host and producer Kate Meade.Kate is a mum to three kids, has hosted a breakfast radio show and is also the host of the Women of Influence Podcast. As well as founding the Victorian Dance Festival, one of the largest dance festivals in Australia, Kate was named in the Australian Financial Review’s 100 Women of Influence in 2018.Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 16, 2021 • 7min
#421 I'll Do Better This Christmas
3 tips to help you have a very Merry ChristmasTopics discussed in this episode 3 things to help you have a very Merry Christmas Check in with your own value system Kylie's top 3 values at Christmas - connecting with the family, simplicity, it's not about the gifts. Be really intentional about the way you engage with each other Don't get sunburnt! Be safe. Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 15, 2021 • 14min
#420 Christmas on a Budget
6 things to help you do Christmas on a budgetTopics discussed in this episode The 4 gifts of Christmas - Something they want, something they need, something to wear & something to read Stick to a budget Determine who you want to gift to Getting the list of gifts right Going second-hand or hand-made Quality vs quantity Utilising sales and laybuy Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 14, 2021 • 16min
#419 The 3 Levels of Christmas
Justin & Kylie open up about the true meaning of Christmas for them & their familyTopics discussed in this podcast: 10 sleeps till Christmas! How to make Christmas holy for your family Having a more Christ-centered Christmas The 3 levels of Christmas Level 1 - Santa, presents, food etc. Bringing people together. Level 2 - Oh Holy Night. Christmas carols. The nativity. Level 3 - Recognising Christ's life of sacrifice & love. Joy, peace & hope. We hear from some podcast listeners about how they make Christmas holy Going to church Singing carols The Nativity Serve others Purchase How To Unspoil The Kids This Christmas or Tis the Season to be Cranky or find it in your Happy Families MembershipFor a happier family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen!Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 13, 2021 • 14min
#418 Christmas Planning
Justin & Kylie are unprepared for Christmas so they ask some Premium members to share how they plan and prepare.Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
