

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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Apr 8, 2021 • 13min
#241 Best Of - Bubble Wrap Kids
Topics discussed in this episode: Whether it be Facebook, TikTok, Instagram or Snapchat, if your kids are on social media they ARE going to exposed to things you don’t want them to see. What’s the appropriate age for social media? How long can we keep our kids wrapped safely in bubble wrap? When do we start to remove some of those layers? 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 7, 2021 • 13min
#240 Phones & Family Life with Dr Kathryn Modecki
Topics discussed in this episode:Justin speaks with Dr Kathryn Modecki about the true impact of mobile phones on our families.To learn more about the study mentioned or to participate in the next one, please click 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 6, 2021 • 15min
#239 The Age of Consent with Katrina Marson
***This episode is not intended for children***Topics discussed in this episode: The story of Chanel Contost How can school & home collaborate on sex education? Access to information Sex education needs to be wholistic & comprehensive Rape & Sexual Assault Research & AdvocacySpring FeverBig Talk EducationFor a happy 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.

Apr 5, 2021 • 12min
#238 Ant Williams - What Does Free Diving & Parenting Have in Common?
Topics discussed in this episode:Justin speaks with Ant Williams about his career in sports psychology, his accomplishments in free diving and how doing so has taught him life lessons that helped him become a better parent.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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 31, 2021 • 16min
#237 Lenore Skenazy - Meet the World's Worst Mum
Topics discussed in this episode: Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Lenore Skenazy - president of Let Grow, a non-profit promoting childhood independence and resilience, and founder of the Free-Range Kids movement. Lenore is a mother who lives in Queens and her controversial decision to let her then-9-year-old son take the New York City Subway home alone became a national story and prompted massive media attention. She was dubbed, "America's Worst Mom." For a happy 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.

Mar 30, 2021 • 14min
#236 Sleepovers
Topics discussed in this episode: What's the right age for a sleepover? Get to know the families & ask the right questions Talk to your child & go over the ground rules Give them an out For a happy 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.

Mar 29, 2021 • 15min
#235 An Egg-sellent Easter
Topics discussed in this episode: Coulson daughter #2 is working with children and getting a sense of what life is like post-school Why traditions matter Traditions give you a sense of identity Traditions gather your family together Purchase The Do's & Don't 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.

Mar 28, 2021 • 15min
#234 Are We There Yet?
Topics discussed in this episode: I-spy Spotto I went to the shops and I bought The alphabet game Car cricket Old MacDonald Had A Farm Bingo This Is The Song That Never Ends Peel The Avocado The Fart Game 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.

Mar 25, 2021 • 14min
#233 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie's struggling with a particularly challenging child The negativity bias The importance of reflection Justin plays Push Dad Off The Bed with his girls 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.

Mar 24, 2021 • 15min
#232 From the Doctor's Desk
Topics discussed in this episode: Problematic Internet Use and Depression Fathers' Involvement in Infant Parenting Over-responsive parenting 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.


