

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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Mar 30, 2023 • 17min
#733 What Keeps Kylie Up at Night
Every Friday Justin and Kylie look back on the week that was, reflecting on the wins and losses from family life. Topics discussed in today's episode: Showing compassion and empathy, even when it's hard Helping our kids do hard things, or things that they're afraid of....like needles Justin sleeps through everything! Justin's also been away a lot over the past week. The holiday that Kylie can't wait for, but might make Justin sick Get in touch with your questions and feedback to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 29, 2023 • 13min
#732 This is How You Raise Resilient Kids
Today at Happy Families it's the Raising Resilient Kids Summit! So Justin and Kylie chat about ways we can help our kids develop resilience, ahead of a day devoted to that very topic. The Raising Resilient Kids Summit is an online event, with multiple ways to participate. You can do the retreat, and block out the whole day to watch the entire summit as it drops. You can also listen to the summit as a podcast; you'll have lifetime access, so there's no time pressure. Or you can choose the on demand option - our highlight reels will give you the gist of what's in each session. Come back and refer to the resources as you need them! Learn practical tools and techniques to: Give your kids the best start for a resilient life Help them to accept the gift of failure Support their identity development Use humour to build their resilience Stay calm during life’s trickier moments The speaker lineup includes: Justin Coulson | Raising Resilient Kids | 10am Maggie Dent | 10 Building Blocks to Resilience | 11am Jessica Lahey | The Gift of Failure | 12pm Marty Wilson | The Funny Business of Resilience | 1pm James Anderson | Resilience & the Skill of Learning | 2pm Alfie Kohn | Unconditional Parenting | 3pm Dr Robert Brooks | Coping with Adversity | 4pm Yasmin London | Digital Resilience | 5pm Michael McQueen | Post Covid World Kids | 6pm Dr Laura Markham | Calm Parents, Happy Kids | 7pm Justin Coulson | Live Q&A | 8pm Click here for more information and to register. 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.

Mar 28, 2023 • 18min
#731 Kids and Grooming - What You Need to Know
*Content warning - Parental discretion advised* Topics included in this episode - Detective Superintendent Jayne Crossling shares about a new book created by the AFP & ACCCE - Jack Changes The Game Keeping children safe from online grooming Is there an age that's too young to discuss online grooming? Find the book in your school's library A family online safety contract 7 Day Family Online Safety Challenge 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.au Find out more and register for the Raising Resilient Kids Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 27, 2023 • 21min
#730 When You're Not On The Same Page
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about how to parent on the same page Topics included in this episode - Justin & Kylie share the things they've disagreed on in parenting Having conversations without the children present Obtaining alignment Know what you want & why Learn to articulate yourself The 3 E's - Explore, Explain & Empower Children need stability Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more and register for the Raising Resilient Kids Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 26, 2023 • 15min
#729 The News That Makes Justin & Kylie Officially Old
The Coulson family has some BIG news! Topics included in this episode - Coulson daughter #1 is having a baby! Justin & Kylie are going to be Grandparents! What they're most excited about What they're most worried about Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more and register for the Raising Resilient Kids Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 23, 2023 • 12min
#728 Confessions From an Absent Parenting Expert
Every Friday Justin and Kylie look back on the week that was, reflecting on the wins and losses from family life. Topics discussed in today's episode: Justin & Kylie share about their anniversary getaway Justin's been away all week When you can't be with your kids, make sure you connect Kylie's been drawing with the girls Kylie received a nice email from her daughter living abroad Get in touch with your questions and feedback to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more and register for the Raising Resilient Kids Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 22, 2023 • 20min
#727 Love, Sex & 3 Star Reads
March's Book Club - Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the moment. Kylie's reading Bonds That Make Us Free by Terry Warner Justin's reading The Case Against The Sexual Revolution by Louise Perry Love Stories by Trent Dalton Get in touch with your questions and feedback to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more and register for the Raising Resilient Kids Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 21, 2023 • 17min
#726 Nutrition for Neurodiversity
How do parents best support their neuordiverse kids with food? Topics discussed in today's episode: How family meals look different with a neurodivergent child Sensory challenges/differences at meal times Helping children become aware of their body's needs Eating at school Food selections Autonomy Cook/shop together Learn more about Deb Blakley from Kids Dig Food To access the Feed Your Picky Eater [without going crazy] evergreen online course for parents: https://kidsdigfood.com.au/resources/ Book an appointment with an APD from the Kids Dig Food team: https://kidsdigfood.com.au/appointments/ Get in touch with your questions and feedback to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more and register for the Raising Resilient Kids Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 20, 2023 • 19min
#725 25 Lessons From 25 Years (Part 2)
25 Lessons for Making Marriage Magic Topics discussed in today's episode: Justin & Kylie are celebrating 25 years of marriage 25 Lessons for Making Marriage Magic Don't keep score It's not brilliant all the time We're not the same people The big values matter Privacy is important Going to bed mad is okay Balance your mutual & personal interest Always order extra bread rolls Never measure contribution Prioritising intimacy Confirmation bias can be really strong No issue should ever be allowed to become bigger than your love Never add to your spouse's struggle Marry the person you love being with more than anyone else, then work super hard to keep it that way Get in touch with your questions and feedback to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more and register for the Raising Resilient Kids Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 19, 2023 • 17min
#724 25 Lessons From 25 Years (Part 1)
25 Lessons for Making Marriage Magic Topics discussed in today's episode: Justin & Kylie are celebrating 25 years of marriage 25 Lessons for Making Marriage Magic Skin to skin contact A loving, thriving marriage is a choice Seeing each other as equal counterparts How can I better support you today? My love is bigger than any problem we have Gratitude is key to happiness When I meet your needs, you're better able to meet mine Regular, uninterrupted, scheduled, intentional time alone Daily acts of kindness "I love you" is shown On the bad days, remind yourself why you said yes Get in touch with your questions and feedback to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more and register for the Raising Resilient Kids Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


