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Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
Deciding which parenting advice to follow? Join the thousands of mums and dads who turn to Australia’s most downloaded parenting podcast.
Dr Justin Coulson and his wife Kylie bring real parenting solutions every day, cutting through the noise of modern advice with clear, practical guidance for every step of parenting.
From early childhood challenges to the complexities of the teenage years, each daily episode offers simple, evidence-based strategies to help you feel more confident in your…
Episodes
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#489 Complementary Roles of Mums and Dads With Jenet Erickson
Justin speaks with associate Professor Jenet Erickson Topics included in this episode: The different roles that mothers and fathers can offer their children…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#488 Resilience by Rote - Should Resilience be Taught in Schools?
There has been a push recently for the teaching of resilience in schools - but should teachers be forced to teach wellness and psychology in the classroom?…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#487 Holiday Edition - Alfie Kohn
Highlights from episode #137 Punishment & Rewards with Alfie Kohn For a happier family try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#486 Holiday Edition - Ant Williams
Highlights from episode #119 What Does Free Diving & Parenting Have In Common? (Featuring Ant Williams) For a happier family try a Happy Families Membership…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#485 Holiday Edition - Ethan Kross
Highlights from episode #128 Self Control Can Be A Learned Behaviour (Featuring Ethan Kross) For a happier family try a Happy Families Membership. Because a…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#484 Holiday Edition - Maggie Dent
Highlights from episode #270 Maggie Dent on Raising Boys Part 2 First conversation with Maggie - #269 Maggie Dent on Raising Boys Part 1 For more information…
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#483 Holiday Edition - Andrew Fuller
Highlights from episode #319 The A to Z of Feelings with Andrew Fuller Andrew Fuller's new book The A to Z of Feelings For a happier family try a Happy…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#482 Holiday Edition - Steve Biddulph
Highlights from episode #324 Fully Human with Steve Biddulph Learn more about Steve Biddulph and his new book Fully Human For a happier family try a Happy…
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#481 Holiday Edition - Jeremy McVean
Highlights from episode #339 Jeremy Macvean Founder of The Fatherhood Learn more about Jeremy Macvean Purchase his book - The Father Hood: Inspiration for the…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#480 Holiday Edition - Wally Goddard
Highlights from episode #344 Introducing Wally Goddard Follow Wally on Facebook For a happier family try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family…
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#479 Holiday Edition - Susie O'Brien
20% of our days are allocated to leisure Learn more about Susie O'Brien or purchase her book The Secret to Half-Arsed Parenting #354 Susie O'Brien - Half-Arsed…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#478 Holiday Edition - Mem Fox
A conversation with an aussie icon (Mem Fox) Topics discussed in this episode: Justin asks Mem Fox some small but insightful questions about her experiences in…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#477 Diving Into the Man Box With Matt Tyler
Matt Tyler is our special guest on this episode ahead of the Happy Families Bringing Up Boys Summit on Wednesday April 6. Matt Tyler is Executive Director of…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#476 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time. Topics discussed in this episode: Some April fools jokes Dr Justin's…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#475 Conspiracy Theory Chaos
Justin & Kylie discuss a listener's question about how to talk to your kids about family members and friends who are deep into conspiracy theories, Topics…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#474 The Art of Insubordination With Todd Kashdan
How do we raise children who are independent, critical thinkers while also fitting in? Topics included in this episode: Justin speaks with Todd Kashdan about…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#473 Teaching Your Children How to Say No
Why Kids Who 'Talk Back' Grow Up To Be Better Adults Topics included in this episode: Article mentioned - Why Kids Who 'Talk Back' Grow Up To Be Better Adults…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#472 Toddlers in Charge
Are we being too soft on kids these days? Topics included in this episode: Kylie takes Miss 7 to an activity, which results in a large meltdown but ends…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#471 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time. Topics included in this episode: Check out Lisa Damour's books Kylie has…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#470 Family Meetings
Justin & Kylie share about how they manage their family. Topics discussed in this episode: Weekly couples meeting, weekly family meeting & quarterly couples…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#469 The Work Family Reset - A Conversation With Jenet Erickson
During COVID some fascinating things have happened when it comes to the work life of parents. Jenet Erickson is an associate professor at Brigham Young…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#468 Come On Get Happy
"What if the rewards of having children are different from, and deeper, than happiness?" Topics included in this episode: It's scientifically proven that when…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#467 Sibling Sexual Abuse
*Content warning - this episode includes topics that are not suitable for children* Today on the podcast we're addressing a recent question on the Happy…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#466 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time. Topics discussed in this episode: The Coulson girls start at a new school…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#465 How Criticism Affects Your Child
“When you criticise your child, they don’t stop loving you. They stop loving themselves.” Purchase a ticket to the Bringing Up Boys Summit For a happier…
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#464 Teens and TikTok with Kirra Pendergast
*Content warning - this episode may not be appropriate for children to listen to* Topics discussed in this episode: TikTok's algorithm Kirra explains the kind…
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#463 The Currency of Relationships
In this short and sweet episode Justin reminds us that connection is key, and that kids spell love T.I.M.E. Register for the free 'Can We Talk About Boys?'…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#462 Autonomous Parenting
In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss some common Dutch parenting styles that can help make children more self-reliant. You can read the article about Dutch…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#461 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie are struggling with…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#460 What’s in a Name?
It's official, Australia's most bogan baby names for 2022 have been revealed in a news.com.au article. Now we are not judging or shaming anyone - we are just…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#459 No Point Crying Over Spilt Juice
Today Justin and Kylie have a chat about something that blew up on the socials. When we shared the video on the Happy Families page, it blew up with some…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#458 Porn Proofing Your Kids - An Interview With Kristen Jenson
Proofing our kids against pornography Topics discussed in this episode: Justin speaks with Kristen Jenson about porn proofing our kids Kids will see porn at…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#457 It’s Time to Have the Talk... You Know, That One
*Content warning - this episode may not be suitable for children* Topics included in this episode: Justin & Kylie sit down with their kids once a month to…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#456 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Topics discussed in this episode: Justin shares some kind feedback that…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#455 Kids & Vaccines
Weighing up the positives & negatives of vaccinating our children against Covid19 Topics discussed in this episode: Justin speaks with Professor Alison…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#454 Online Safety with Julie Inman Grant from the eSafety Commission
Justin speaks with Julie Inman Grant From the Australian eSafety Commission Topics discussed in this episode: Kids aged 9-12 are reporting sending nude images…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#453 How to Talk About Ukraine
Have your kids been seeing the images coming out of Ukraine and wondering what is going on, and if they are safe? In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss how…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#452 Weaponised Incompetence
Justin & Kylie discuss weaponised incompetence In this episode, they discuss: What is weaponised incompetence (or strategic incompetence) Justin's mum's advice…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#451 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie struggled through a difficult…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#450 Content Warning - Justin Tells Another Dad Joke
One of the most important parts of your child's day - sleep! Topics discussed in this episode: University of Houston study - In your face: Children’s…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#449 Screen Addiction - A Conversation With Brad Marshall
Are screens really as bad for our kids as we think they are? In this episode, they discuss: Justin & Brad discuss an article released by the Oxford Internet…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#448 Leaving the Nest
Justin & Kylie answer a question from a listener about how to allow our adult children to leave the nest Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie talk…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#447 Schooling Hot Topics
Justin and Kylie discuss two hot schooling topics - homework and school hours. You can read Justin's homework letter here. Click here to read Rebecca Sparrow's…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#446 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time In this episode, they discuss: Kylie's reading Atlas Of The Heart by Dr…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#445 Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word
In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss: Forgiveness, apologies and holding grudges Theory of Mind - understanding other peoples thoughts and beliefs in order…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#444 Kids Dig Food - A Conversation with Deb Blakley
The biggest mistakes typical families make when their kids are being fussy In this episode, they discuss: What are the main reasons for why kids become picky…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#443 A Conversation With Michael Grose
Justin speaks with Michael Gross from Parenting Ideas In this episode, they discuss: What was parenting like in the early 90's? What Michael is most proud of…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#442 - Is Nude Too Rude?
Trigger Warning - This episode discusses nudity in adults and children. The conversation does not address abuse, however, we understand that this discussion…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#441 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin and Kylie review what went well or not so well from this week. In this episode, they discuss: Watch what you say around your kids First day at school…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#440 Better Together
In this episode Justin and Kylie talk through some of the topics that will be discussed on tonight's 'Better Together' webinar. The webinar starts at 7pm…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#439 Girls & Tech: an Interview With Dr Catherine Ball
Justin speaks with Dr Catherine Ball about Girls, technology and looking towards the future. In this episode, they discuss: Gender equality and representation…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#438 People Matter, Things Don't
Topics included in this podcast: A listener question about how to help kids learn to take responsibility and ownership of their belongings without shaming them…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#437 The Monday Mixed Bag
Topics discussed in the Monday Mixed Bag: The 60 Minutes interview with Cleo Smith's parents. Citipointe Christian College's controversial contract. A letter…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#436 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Topics included in this episode - Kylie's enjoying watching their girls'…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#435 Teaching Kids to be Unselfish
Topics discussed in this episode: Teaching kids manners Being selfless is easy when being selfless is fun Focusing on the good and accept that the rough stuff…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#434 '13 Things Strong Kids Do' with Amy Morin
Why some people go through hard times & grow from it and others don't Topics included in this podcast - Justin introduces Amy & her work 13 Things Mentally…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#433 Caught in the Act
What to do when you get sprung by the kids! Topics included in this episode - Guy Sebastian has shared about how he & his wife were 'caught in the act' Justin…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#432 Back to School - First Day Fears
Children all around the country are returning to school, and for many of those kids, it's a day of firsts. Topics covered in this episode: Coping with nerves…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#431 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin & Kylie share the story of their last minute sea change. Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#430 Making Mornings Magic
Getting your morning routine happening again after the holidays Topics included in this episode - The bucket metaphor - Connecting & correcting vs connecting 4…