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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Jul 12, 2023 • 16min
#803 This Week In Parenting: Gentle Parenting Under the Microscope
Justin & Kylie share what's happening this week in parenting Parenting is the perfect leveller Gentle parenting Parental Guidance viewers are slamming gentle parenting and I'm confused Devilish Dilemmas by Ginger Fox Mum shaming on Tiktok 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.
Jul 11, 2023 • 14min
#802 Making Cents of Money Management for Kids
Justin speaks with Yish Koh, MD from KIT Inflation, cost of living, interest rates New study published - Financial Capability Australian parents are talking to their kids about money Spending strategies Donating to charity The take-home message 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.
Jul 10, 2023 • 21min
#801 Teen Boys - Yes, You Can Calm Their Farm
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about angry teenage boys Self regulation Empathy. Congnitive vs affective. Power Masculinity High emotions = low intelligence Male role models Expanding your emotional vocabulary Atlas of the heart - Brene Brown 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.
Jul 9, 2023 • 18min
Kill Stress with No Stress: How I Work Crossover
Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. In this episode of the How I Work crossover series you’ll learn some low-effort and high-impact ways to remove reoccurring stressors in your life. Become a member of the Happy Families family 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.
Jul 6, 2023 • 14min
#800 Me Time vs We Time
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Justin is struggling being a parent right now Justin's focusing on we-time Kylie is struggling with one of her daughters preparing to move out Autonomy supportive parenting 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.
Jul 5, 2023 • 17min
#799 Un-brr-lievable Winter Winners
Justin & Kylie chat aboout what to do during the cold Winter months The average teen uses 7-9 hours of screen time What Justin & Kylie did in Winter as kids What we can do when it's cold Fire in the backyard S'mores Camp out inside Paint n Sip sessions Crochet/knitting Beading Baking Slumber party Visit the elderly Guitar lessons Building websites Local library Puzzles Board games Card games Play dates 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.
Jul 4, 2023 • 11min
#798 When the Going Gets Tough
Justin speaks with Brad Morgan from Emerging Minds Mental health What Emerging Minds has to offer Helping children make sense together Practical strategies to help Available resources Emerging Minds 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.
Jul 3, 2023 • 18min
#797 Is Anxiety the Problem?
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about a traumatic family experience Happy 4th of July to our American listeners! Happy Canada Day to our Canadian listeners! What is anxiety? Anxiety is a healthy response to a stressful situation How to respond to anxiety Anxiety & trauma disorders Don't fight the emotion Say what you see - Name it to tame it The Emotional Lives of Teenagers by Lisa Damour Panic attacks Is it necessary to talk about the trauma? 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.
Jul 2, 2023 • 15min
Keeping Fit and Staying Healthy the Easy Way: How I Work Crossover
Staying healthy doesn’t need to be a pain. In this episode of the How I Work crossover series you’ll hear some tips and tricks to get exercise into your life in a meaningful way – no matter how busy your home and work schedules are. Become a member of the Happy Families family 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.
Jun 28, 2023 • 15min
#796 Beauty in the Small Moments
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Emotion coaching Justin is run off his feet Definition of joy Kylie has a profound moment with her daughter 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.
