Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

In the lead-up to Father's Day, Justin is talking to some of the most interesting dads around!Today on the podcast we hear from James Breakwell who is a comedy writer, dad to four daughters, and tweets to his 1 million plus followers on Twitter under the handle of @XplodingUnicorn.Topics discussed on this podcast: Seeing the funny side of parenting James' parenting style What his kids think of his internet career Follow James' on Twitter here or sign up for his newsletter and check out the Exploding Unicorn podcast here.You can find James' books, including Bare Minimum Parenting (The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child) on Booktopia.Find the 'Dadding Done Right Webinar' at the Happy Families Shop, or in your Happy Families Premium Membership.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.

This week on the podcast Justin is talking to some of Australia's most interesting dads.Today's podcast features a great chat with David Campbell, who's a platinum-selling recording artist, the host of Today Extra, an author and has even done cabaret in New York!He's also the dad to three kids, including a set of twins, and is the son of legendary Aussie singer, Jimmy Barnes.Topics discussed in this podcast: David's family of origin and childhood experiences His journey as a father Not repeating the mistakes of our parents Find out more about David's books, Stupid Carrots, Bedtime is Boring and My Tooth is Looth here.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.

In the lead-up to Father's Day, Justin is talking to some of the most interesting dads around!Justin speaks with Osher Gunsberg about what life is like for him, as a dad.Topics included in this episode: Helping kids to regulate their emotions Understanding our kid's development and how that helps us to parent better Osher answers 10 Dad questions What Osher enjoys the most about being a dad Advice he would give himself as a new dad Find Osher on DadPod, Twitter & InstagramPurchase 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.auLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin speaks with Justin Rouillon on the Bluey's Brisbane PodcastTopics included in this episode: What makes Bandit a great Dad Having kids means your life is not going to be efficient The 'Dumb Dad' in pop culture Imaginative & creative play Is Bandit a good representation of the modern Dad? Bluey's schooling experience Find Bluey's Brisbane on Facebook, Twitter & InstagramPurchase Building Better Boys 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.auLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time.Topics included in this episode: Justin reads an email from a listener about mums & social media Kylie receives a hand written letter Two of the Coulson girls struggle in their relationship together Justin has been surfing. A lot. Purchase Teaching Kids Kindness 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.auLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the momentKylie's reading Minding Frankie by Maeve Binchy When Grace Went Away by Meredith Appleyard Rex by Cathleen Lewis The Boy, The Mole, The Fox & The Horse by Charlie Mackesy Justin's reading Working Class Boy by Jimmy Barnes Working Class Man by Jimmy Barnes Time Wise by Amantha Imber Raised by Animals by Jennifer L. Verdolin Purchase The Screaming Spiral 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.auLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Content warning - the topics discussed in this episode may not be suitable for children*Topics included in this episode: Sleep divorce Sharing The Covers by Wendy Troxel Why couples choose to sleep apart Sleep disorders Active decision vs reactive strategy We spend a third of our lives asleep The impact of sleep loss Sleep and sex Justin reads out some Facebook responses Disadvantages to a sleep divorce Find more about Wendy on Instagram @sharingthecovers Purchase Pot, Pills & Parenting 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.auLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin chats with his builder and helps make his family happierTopics included in this episode: Meet Carl the builder Carl has a house full of teenagers School refusal What is 'bad behaviour'? Our children are not out to get us Is it okay to 'reward' kids after 'bad behaviour'? Is it okay to walk away when conversations come to a head? Purchase Building Better Boys or find it inyour 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.auLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What to do after a tantrum/meltdown/blowupTopics included in this episode: Being kind and soft does not reinforce bad behaviour Repair after rupture Create positive self talk Give the kids some space Power struggles Acknowledge their feelings Purchase 21 Days to a Happier Family 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.auLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time.Topics included in this episode: Kylie's been selling on Facebook Marketplace Coulson Family Meeting What went well, What didn't, What we're gonna do about it Kylie slept through the Family Meeting Kylie gets a sweet compliment from the littlest Coulson Purchase The Miss-connection Summit 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.auLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.