Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Topics discussed in this episode: Andrew Fuller's new book The A to Z of Feelings Feelings are often confusing How do parent's stay on top of their own big feelings? Dealing with lockdown For a happier family try a 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Finland's National Sleepyhead Day Listener question about leg hair removal at a young age for girls Young girls and body image The 3 E's Susan Engel - Beauty SickFor a happier family try a 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: The secret to family success in the mornings Justin shares the poem Welcome To Holland by Emily Perl Kingsley Remove judgment Move forward with acceptance Learn to find joy Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie get outside with the family Mazes, minigolf & happy kids Meltdowns Kylie's struggle with feeling pressure to be the perfect parent For a happier family, try a 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Rates of postnatal depression in new mothers during Covid lockdowns Bed sharing in the first 6 months of life Vaccinations & how to regulate the stress Listening to our teenagers Parental listening when adolescents self-disclose: A preregistered experimental studyRates of postnatal depression among new mothers rose sharply during lockdownTrajectories of Distress Regulation During Preschool VaccinationsBed-Sharing in the First 6 MonthsFor a happier family try a 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: What does it mean to feel like you belong? The plant metaphor School belonging Long term benefits of belonging What can parents do if their children don't feel as though they belong? Show an interest Attitudes Dr Kelly-Ann AllenPurchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin's thoughts on reward systems in schools Extrinsic motivators Which children are actually receiving rewards? How to help children who aren't receiving rewards Emotion coaching Justin calls for a revolution For a happy family, try a 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: How to help your kids when they're over the top Cuddles go a long way to calming emotions When the kids are struggling with big emotions, that's when they need connection the most Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin and Kylie's lockdown experiences The "one hard thing" they did as a family over the holidays Looking for ways to serve each other Parenting is not about the kids, it's about us Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: 5 Questions to ask your kids at bedtime to create high quality night time nurture experiences Gratitude Optimism Open conversations Admitting your mistakes Endearing acknowledgements of love For a happy family, try a 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.