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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Oct 31, 2021 • 16min
#387 Why Do Some Kids Thrive Despite Adversity?
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie respond to a listener's question about why some kids thrive despite adversity. Children's personalities, temperaments and environments. One stable adult in a child's life. A sense of mastery over life. Listen to episode #375 Not What I Expected here.Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 28, 2021 • 7min
#386 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
***Trigger Warning - Episode discusses infant loss***Topics on the podcast today:Kylie shares an emotional experience that made her reflect on her experiences with her childrenFor 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 27, 2021 • 17min
#385 It's All Been Worth It
We spoke to some of the Happy Families Podcast listeners to discover what their most recent 'it's all been worth it' moment was.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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 26, 2021 • 20min
#384 Sleep Training - A Conversation With Carly Grubb
Topics on the podcast today: The history about sleep training Kylie shares her experience with sleep training What can we do? Educate yourself on normal sleep behaviour for your baby's age Be flexible Room sharing Breast milk supply Contact naps Baby wearing Partner involvement Little Sparklers & their Facebook pageThe Beyond Sleep Training Project & their Facebook pagePurchase Teens, Tweens & Screens or find it in your 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 25, 2021 • 15min
#383 Creating Boundaries
Topics on the podcast today: 6 more sleeps until Parental Guidance airs Justin & Kylie respond to a listener's question about boundaries Behaviour regulation Little People, Big Feelings Consistency Understanding developmental stages Lighten up 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 24, 2021 • 14min
#382 When Push Comes to Shove
Here's why you should not imitate Mila Kunis, when she dished out some on-the-fly conflict resolution advice to her child.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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 21, 2021 • 13min
#381 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Up for discussion in this week's I'll Do Better Tomorrow is using family traditions to help our children know that they belong to something bigger than themselves.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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 20, 2021 • 17min
#380 From the Doctor's Desk
Links to studies mentioned: Screen time and early adolescent health Developing a Representational Theory of Mind Physical Activity and Mental Health 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 19, 2021 • 20min
#379 How I Work with Amantha Imber
Topics discussed in this episode: How our phones distract us from life Distraction free phones Nudge theory What Amantha has done in her home to make it a distraction free zone How to make hard work fun Chronotypes How I Work with Amantha ImberGreg McKeown, EffortlessPurchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 18, 2021 • 16min
#378 Teaching Perseverance
Topics included in this episode: Getting started, pushing through & keep things moving Learning to be comfortable with feeling uncomfortable An analogy about space shuttles & perserverance Kylie shares an anecdote about their family choosing to do something hard 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
