

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 16, 2023 • 13min
#723 Kylie's Lightbulb Moment
Topics discussed in today's episode: Justin is taking Kylie away for their 25th anniversary Kylie is trying new creative outlets Play is critical Doing hard things Justin is riding again 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 15, 2023 • 13min
#722 The Truth About Consequences with Dr Ross Greene
Topics discussed in today's episode: The Explosive Child, by Dr Ross Greene an associate clinical professor at Harvard Medical School CPS model Inflexibility + inflexibility = Meltdown Problem solving proactively The truth about consequences Punishment vs problem solving Lives In The Balance 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 14, 2023 • 19min
#721 Defusing Explosive Children with Dr Ross Greene
Topics discussed in today's episode: The Explosive Child, by Dr Ross Greene an associate clinical professor at Harvard Medical School Kids do well if they can Flexibility & adaptability Problem solving High emotions, low intelligence Lagging skills research Motivation vs ability How to work with intensely rigid children Problem solving Explore, Explain, Empower 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 13, 2023 • 14min
#720 What are the Psychological Needs of Our Kids?
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about how to explain the need for psychological help to your child Topics discussed in today's episode: Teach your children that you don't have all the answers and sometimes we need to reach out to people who do 3 basic psychological needs that must be met Do you want space or do you want a cuddle? Coping skills Behaviour regulation Emotional regulation Normalise it 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 12, 2023 • 20min
#719 How do You Raise Resilient Kids?
Justin shares a sneak peek into the next summit from Happy Families Topics included in this episode - Justin & Kylie are about to celebrate their 25th anniversary Justin is planning a big surprise Raising Resilient Kids Summit on the 30th of March Justin shares a study on kids & resilience Why resilience is a buzz word right now The lineup for the summit 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 9, 2023 • 16min
#718 5 Things the Parenting Expert Learnt Flying Solo
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: Kylie returns refreshed from a week away at a health retreat. The things Justin learnt from flying solo...there is a lot of driving! Being grateful for what we have and showing empathy to others. 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 8, 2023 • 17min
#717 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.

Mar 7, 2023 • 16min
#716 Australia's Biggest Social Experiment
Introducing a brand new show on SBS - The Swap Topics included in this episode - Just introduces Ali Kadri, CEO of the Islamic College of Brisbane The Swap on SBS Ali shares why the show was created Holy envy Religious differences 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 6, 2023 • 14min
#715 When the Juggle Becomes a Struggle
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about juggling work and parenthood Topics included in this episode - The increasing cost of living Justin & Kylie share a personal story about their past financial struggles Get creative Routine Predictability Give them in fantasy what they can't have in reality 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 5, 2023 • 18min
#714 ChatGPT: the Beginning of an Education Revolution?
Justin shares a sneak peek of Thursday's FREE webinar, a Resilient Parent 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.


