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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Jul 20, 2023 • 15min
#809 It's What You Leave Out That Counts
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Justin takes too much on and ends up crashing and burning The Coulson's go on a holiday without Justin Justin's washing machine analogy The Coulson's create a new game Time confetti Purchase a ticket to Parenting ADHD [The Course] Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 19, 2023 • 19min
#808 A 'Solid' 4 Stars AKA Kylie's Literary Smackdown
Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the moment Justin's reading Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir The Emotional Lives of Teenagers by Dr Lisa Damour Parenting Like an Australian by Damien Cave Just Kids by Patty Smith The Whole Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson Kylie's reading The Parenting Revolution - Dr Justin Coulson Grace Where You Are & Grace To Beome by Emily Belle Freeman The Drover's Wife by Leah Purcell The Dictionary of Lost Words & The Bookbinder of Jericho Pip Williams Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 18, 2023 • 21min
#807 She'll Be Right, Just Parent Like an Aussie
Justin has a conversation with Damien Cave about his new book Parenting Like an Australian Damien talks about how he began surfing Understanding risk How adults live their lives Is Australian parenting leaning towards American parenting? Optimism Competence builds confidence Perfection vs proficiency Damien shares how he & his family are taking risks Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 17, 2023 • 20min
#806 You're Always Telling Me What to Do!
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about autonomy Little People, Big Feelings Theory of mind Basic need for autonomy Reactance Importance of transitions Moments of connection Celebrating successes Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 16, 2023 • 16min
#805 Are Relationships Really 50/50?
Today's podcast is inspired by Brene Brown's statement that marriage and relationships are never 50/50 in terms of energy, patience and kindness. So Justin and Kylie sat down to unpack this statement, and whether it holds true in their marriage. Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 13, 2023 • 19min
#804 Getting Out of the Rip
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Justin & Kylie make a listener cry Justin goes for a surf Kylie shares how she struggles to support Justin when he's having a hard time The youngest Coulson gives a poignant prayer Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 12, 2023 • 16min
#803 This Week In Parenting: Gentle Parenting Under the Microscope
Justin & Kylie share what's happening this week in parenting Parenting is the perfect leveller Gentle parenting Parental Guidance viewers are slamming gentle parenting and I'm confused Devilish Dilemmas by Ginger Fox Mum shaming on Tiktok Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 11, 2023 • 14min
#802 Making Cents of Money Management for Kids
Justin speaks with Yish Koh, MD from KIT Inflation, cost of living, interest rates New study published - Financial Capability Australian parents are talking to their kids about money Spending strategies Donating to charity The take-home message Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 10, 2023 • 21min
#801 Teen Boys - Yes, You Can Calm Their Farm
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about angry teenage boys Self regulation Empathy. Congnitive vs affective. Power Masculinity High emotions = low intelligence Male role models Expanding your emotional vocabulary Atlas of the heart - Brene Brown Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 9, 2023 • 18min
Kill Stress with No Stress: How I Work Crossover
Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. In this episode of the How I Work crossover series you’ll learn some low-effort and high-impact ways to remove reoccurring stressors in your life. Become a member of the Happy Families family Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
