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.
Episodes
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Apr 30, 2023 • 21min
#753 Join the Parenting Revolution!
Justin's new book is out today! Topics included in this episode - History behind May Day Purchase The Parenting Revolution The horrible history of parenting We need a parenting revolution Parental Guidance Season 2 is coming soon Autonomy support Self determination theory Need supportive approach 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.
Apr 27, 2023 • 19min
#752 Moving On From Wanting to Quit Parenting
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Topics included in this episode - An update on Justin wanting to quit parenting Justin reads an email from a listener A surfing metaphor Kylie shares how she struggles to support Justin when he's having a hard time 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.
Apr 26, 2023 • 14min
#751 Why Tweens Aren't Teens With Michelle Mitchell
Justin speaks with Michelle Mitchell about her new book - Tweens Topics included in this episode - Tweens by Michelle Mitchell What is the difference between tweens and teens? Changes in social behaviour Perspective taking Comparisons Physical changes Cognitive changes Self esteem Technology 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.
Apr 25, 2023 • 17min
#750 Whose Job is it to Play With Your Kids?
Justin speaks with Dr Anthea Rhodes about parents and play Topics included in this episode - Dr Anthea Rhodes from RCH National Child Health Poll Australian Families: How We Play How play has changed over the years Play is repetitive Bandit from Bluey has set a high bar Options for play partners Screen play Outside play Risk taking & safety concerns Extracurricular activities 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.
Apr 24, 2023 • 5min
#749 Lest We Forget; An Anzac Reflection From Justin
A special Anzac day episode with Dr Justin Coulson. Lest we forget. 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.
Apr 23, 2023 • 17min
#748 Are Paedophiles Really Looking at Your Kids Online?
*Content warning - Parental discretion advised* Topics included in this episode - Is it risky to post photos of your children online in their school uniform? How often are these photos used in grooming & sexual extortion cases? How to post online safely Use appropriate privacy settings Do you know all of your 'friends' on social media? Have conversations very early around devices & social media ACCCE with the AFP 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.
Apr 20, 2023 • 14min
#747 When You're Not Needed Anymore
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Topics included in this episode - Justin & Kylie are headed to the Richard Marx concert Coulson daughter #2 is headed to the other side of the world Kylie had a rough week & called her Dad 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.
Apr 19, 2023 • 15min
#746 Is ChatGPT the Future of Education?
Topics included in this episode - Justin reads an email from a listener What is ChatGPT? ChatGPT writes a poem about school refusal Justin shares how he plans to use ChatGPT in his work 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.
Apr 18, 2023 • 14min
#745 Filtering Through the Insta-Mum Culture
Topics included in this episode: The Impact of Instagram Mommy Blogger Content on the Perceived Self-Efficacy of Mothers How the content we view online impacts how we see ourselves How social media influences parents The Alpha mum The results to the study were surprising Media literacy Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Purchase the Raising Resilient Kids Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 17, 2023 • 17min
#744 A Sensitive Topic
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about sensitive souls Purchase Justin's new book - The Parenting Revolution Purchase the Raising Resilient Kids Summit 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.
