Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

What science has told us about the risks and dangers of vaping Topics discussed in today's podcast: Lexi Frydenberg Vaping in Australia Regulations and how kids are getting around them What science has told us about the risks and dangers RCH poll Parents are not aware of the health risks Parents are asking for more regulation EVALI disease Exploding vapes Nic-sick Find Dr Lexi Frydenberg on the Kids Health Info podcastPurchase the Pot, Pills & Parenting webinar from the Happy Families shop. 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.

Vaping… why are our kids doing it and what we can do about it. Dr Lisa Damour introduces herself E-cigarette usage among teenagers has more than double in recent times Why are kids doing it? Our kids are victims of a sophisticated marketing scheme Designers have made vapes incredibly attractive Adolescent brains aren't fully developed until mid 20's Vaping is socially rewarding How should we talk to our kids about this? Get curious, not furious Understand, don't reprimand Explore, don't explode Open a discussion with questions, not lectures Purchase Pixel Perfect Webinar and find premium content with a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen. 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.

Answering a listener question - "How do you support kids to be more assertive with their peers?"Topics discussed in today's podcast: Identitiy & development What does 'being your own person' really mean? Positives & negatives of personal qualities Assertiveness training The I-message Allowing children to have a voice and be heard Actively and expressly encourage your children to have an opinion at home Children need to know that you won't dismiss or disapprove of their emotions Purchase the Better Together webinar 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.

Navigating the sagas, challenges, and adversities of life.Topics discussed in today's podcast: Meltdown in the shops Smart parenting Inspiration from Hamish Blake Sharing your love at bedtime Connection Purchase 12 x A5 “Justin-isms” Posters from the Happy Families shop. 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: Kylie's naming process with their daughters Taylor A. Humphrey, the professional baby namer #460 What’s in a Name? Predictors of resilience Reading helps with resilience, particularly for those at risk Aussie study on resilience and reading NZ study (Otago) about building memories and greater resilience Reminiscing Active & constructive conversations Purchase Pixel Perfect Webinar and find premium content with 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.

How much sleep do our teenagers really need to be getting?Topics discussed in today's podcast: Teenage sleep is worse than ever Teenager's sleep clock is naturally later to bed, later to rise The second wind Light delays sleep Tips for winding down Dark room for sleep Dim lights up to 2 hours before bed time Turn screens off Give kids the impression that the whole household is winding down NSW government is looking at starting school earlier Can we adjust a teenager's body clock? Anxiety & depression are on the rise Teenagers need at least 8-9 hours of sleep per night Purchase Generation Sleepless or The Happy SleeperPurchase the Miss-Connection Summit 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 the research says about playing with guns If you do let your kids play with toy/nerf guns some tips for safe play Red flags around aggressive or manipulative behaviour Purchase The Growth Guide Webinar and find premium content with 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.

A special Anzac day episode with Dr Justin Coulson. Lest we forget.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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time.Topics discussed in today's podcast: Kids finish some well known sayings Justin's verbal crutches Touch points Unspectacular moments One of the Coulson girls is getting creative with her money making endeavours Kylie shares a moment from her childhood Purchase Your Growth Guide 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.

What parents can do to encourage their children to manage their own risksTopics included in this episode: Watch Old Enough on Netlfix Justin & Kylie discuss the errands they did as small children In Japan, there is a culture of neighbourhoods functioning as a village Helicopter parenting #237 Lenore Skenazy - Meet the World's Worst Mum How much freedom do we give? What if something happens? 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.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.