

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 8, 2021 • 17min
#220 No Such Thing as Smart or Dumb
Topics discussed in this episode: A sneak peek into what they'll be discussing in Book Club tonight Kylie shares about a not-so-nice memorable experience from school We are wired for resilience Fixed mindsets Justin shares the story of Olly Neal Join Kylie for week 3 of Book Club in our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen!Purchase Tweens, Teens & ScreensPurchase 9 Ways to a Resilient ChildFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 7, 2021 • 18min
#219 Can Friends Drop By?
Topics discussed in this episode: Making friends gets trickier the older we get Has it become taboo to just show up at a friend's house? The positive impacts of sharing intimate relationships with those around us 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 4, 2021 • 12min
#218 I'll Do Better Tomorrow (Changed Heart)
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin took one of his daughters on a Daddy-Daughter date Kylie shares about an experience she had with their youngest daughter #208 I'll Do Better TomorrowBluey Sleepytime episodePurchase 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 3, 2021 • 17min
#217 The Age of Consent with Rebecca Sparrow
*Mature content warning. This is not an episode suitable for children*Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie speak with Rebecca Sparrow Who is responsible for teaching students about consent? What are we missing when teaching our children about sex? Consent isn't only about sex Personal boundaries Permission & respect Justin reads from his book Miss-Connection, page 204-206 Purchase 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 2, 2021 • 14min
#216 Rapid fire Q&A with Susan Engel
Topics discussed in this episode: Gossip is a healthy form of curiosity How to foster boredom in your children with the down sides Susan answers some rapid fire questions from Kylie & Justin Find out more about Susan Engel & her books The Hungry Mind & The Intellectual Lives of ChildrenListen to the other 2 podcasts here - #206 Curious Kids with Susan Engel & #211 We Don't Need To Know Everything with Susan EngelPurchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 1, 2021 • 17min
#215 Self Control & Stinking Thinking
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie shares some sneak peeks into this week's Book Club topics The marshmallow experiment Self control can be taught Adversity, Belief & Consequence Ethan Kross podcast episode - #128 Self Control Can Be A Learned Behaviour (Featuring Ethan Kross)Episode with Taryn - #207 Taming That Voice Inside Your HeadJoin Kylie for Book Club on 9 Ways to a Resilient Child 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 28, 2021 • 13min
#214 Creating Margin
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin's life motto is "Always bite off more than you can chew!" 3 tips to help you create margin in your life "The things that matter most must never be at the mercy of the things that matter least." - Steven R. Covey Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 25, 2021 • 15min
#213 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Topics discussed in this episode: The Coulson's experienced a first in over 20 years of parenting Justin's decided he's not paying up anymore! 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 24, 2021 • 16min
#212 Bedtime Blues
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie had a rough night with their youngest in their bed What is the best time to put the kids to bed? Routine is everything Sleep hygiene Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 23, 2021 • 14min
#211 We Don't Need To Know Everything with Susan Engel
Topics discussed in this episode: How do we help our children become more curious? Allow children opportunities to be surprised Let go of the idea that you need to be right and to know everything Learn the pleasure of not knowing things Find out more about Susan Engel & her books The Hungry Mind & The Intellectual Lives of ChildrenPurchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


