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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
#309 The New Teen Age
Topics discussed in this episode: Falling in love with your child again once they become a teen Anger is a secondary emotion FEAR Being more vulnerable with…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#308 How Do We Ditch the Dummy?
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie's top tips for how to ditch the dummy The earlier the better Keep the dummy only for certain times As parents…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#307 Becoming a Better Person with Cameron & Alison Daddo
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie and Justin's relationship history Dr Justin shares the experiences that led him to Happy Families Emotions are…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#306 Three Minute Therapy - Returning to School & Building Hope
Topics discussed in this episode: adjusting to returning to school building hope for the future empowering children to overcome challenges For a happy family…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#305 Three Minute Therapy - Predictable Consistent Dependable
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie discuss their all-time favourite movies A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood Consistency matters Keep your…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#304 Growing Up Digital With Amy Graham
Topics discussed in this episode: Dr Amy Graham discusses data collected from a study on digital devices & children The power of an example is the most…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#303 Three Minute Therapy #6 - People Matter Things Don't
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie has a minor car mishap When things go wrong, remember that people matter, things don't For a happy family, try a Happy…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#302 Three Minute Therapy #5 - Hard Things
Topics discussed in this episode: We can do hard things together You've got to love the hills because the hills make you strong Challenge - do something hard…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#301 Three Minute Therapy #4 - Chill Out
Topics discussed in this episode: Sometimes we need to lighten up in the parenting game Challenge - practise saying "yes" to the kids, see what happens For a…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#300 Three Minute Therapy #3 - Fixing Things
Topics discussed in this episode: It's not your job as a parent to fix every challenge your child may face Challenge for older kids - when things aren't going…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#299 Separation and Divorce with Kimberly Ewertz
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin speaks with Kimberly Ewertz about her own experience with divorce and her book Family Redefined How do parents tell…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#298 Three Minute Therapy #2 - Unconditional Love
Topics discussed in this episode: When you criticise a child, they don't stop loving you. They stop loving themselves Turn criticism into unconditional love…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#297 Three Minute Therapy #1 - Connection
Topics discussed in this episode: Kids spell love T-I-M-E Connection is the currency of relationships Challenge - find one way to connect with your children…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#296 Dinosaurs Under the Bed
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie share our Little Wins Wednesday Winner from last week The youngest Miss Coulson receives a bedroom makeover…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#295 Breaking Bad Habits
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie respond to an email from a listener about breaking bad parenting habits The habit loop - cue, craving…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#294 Generation Alpha with Mark McCrindle
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie speak with Mark McCrindle about his book Generation Alpha How generation labels came to be What's going to…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#293 A For Effort
It's coming up to the mid-year school break and while that means holidays it also means report card season. In this episode Justin discusses why you should…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#292 Goodbye Benson
Topics discussed in this episode: The Coulson family experience the loss of their dog Benson The Coulson daughters grieve in their own ways Kylie shares a…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#291 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie had a really great experience having an intimate conversation with her oldest daughter Justin announces the Little Wins…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#290 The Impact of COVID on Children
*Content warning - this episode includes mature themes* Topics discussed in this episode: Kids Helpline counsellors started seeing a need in teens during…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#289 Jessica Lahey Talks About Her New Book 'The Addiction Inoculation'
*Content warning - this episode includes mature themes* Topics discussed in this episode: Jess gets personal and shares her backstory to how she came to write…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#288 You Don't Have to Fix Everything
Topics discussed in this episode: What to do when the expert's parenting techniques 'don't work' Getting parenting right isn't about habits, it's about our…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#287 Tip For the Day #2 - Family Stories
With it being a public holiday for most of the country today, Dr Justin keeps it short and simple on the podcast so that you can spend more time with your…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#286 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie shares about her difficult Sunday night & how she rectified the situation Justin shares about a traumatic experience…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#285 Cross Country
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about cross country Should you make your child do cross country? How to get your…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#284 Teaching Kids About Sex with Emma Wood
*Content warning - this episode includes mature themes* Topics discussed in this episode: How does society view sex today? How can parents help their children…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#283 Bedtime Blues
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie shares some stories from what they've been learning in Book Club Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about bed…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#282 Better Together
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie's trouble with wedgies Justin's trouble with roofs and leaf blowers Secrets for a stronger relationship Purchase a copy…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#281 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie discuss their one on one meetings with their kids Kylie receives a special note from one of her daughters…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#280 New Places New Faces
Topics discussed in this episode: How do you support your children through a big family move? Empowering your children Acceptance Compassion Purchase The Do's…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#279 The Age of Consent with Megan Maas
*Warning - Content involves mature themes* Topics discussed in this episode: Self control Entitlement The Golden Rule - treat others as you would like to be…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#278 Teens in Trouble
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie respond to a listener's question about their troubled teen The product of parenting is the parent, not the…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#277 Fight Club
Topics discussed in this episode: What to do when the kids just won't stop fighting Better ways to resolve conflict Emotion catching Intervening Shorter…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#276 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie share the latest Little Wins Wednesday winner Justin & Kylie make time for each other It's hard to be a good…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#275 From the Doctor's Desk
Topics discussed in this episode: Diagnosing learning disorders Breastfeeding Psychological control Studies/articles mentioned in this podcast - Breastfeeding…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#274 We Need to Talk About Pornography with Megan Maas
*Warning - Content involves mature themes* Topics discussed in this episode: The correlation between pornography & consent What is pornography? When are…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#273 Coordinating Everything
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie share about how they manage their family Weekly couples meeting, weekly family meeting & quarterly couples…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#272 Are Your Kids "Entitled"?
Topics discussed in this episode: Ingratitude & entitlement Gratitude inspires us to do good How to tell if your kids are entitled Red flags Modelling…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#271 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
On this week's instalment of I'll Do Better Tomorrow Justin took the kids for a very windy beach day Kylie's having trouble getting Miss 7 into the bath…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#270 Maggie Dent on Raising Boys Part 2
Topics discussed in this episode: Consent & respect 4 kinds of boys Valuing sexual intimacy Having this conversation with your boys Mental illness & suicide…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#269 Maggie Dent on Raising Boys Part 1
Topics discussed in this episode: How young boys are treated in our schooling system Societal norms about boys Formalised learning Evidence shows that we speak…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#268 I’m Fat - No You’re Not
In this episode Justin and Kylie respond to a question about an eight year old with body image issues. Much of the information in today's podcast comes from…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#267 Playful Parenting
Topics discussed in this episode: In this episode Justin & Kylie chat about ways we can be more playful with our kids. Creating margin Intention Mindset…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#266 I'll Do Better Tomorrow - The Noah's Ark Edition
On this week's instalment of I'll Do Better Tomorrow Kylie's very, very large bath For a happy family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#265 Dealing With Exhaustion
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie's learning to play the piano Making margin Recreation = re-creation Learning when to say yes & no Getting enough sleep…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#264 The Gift of Failure with Jessica Lahey Part 2
Topics discussed in this episode: How the best parents learn to let go in order to let their children succeed The emotional toll on parents when their child…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#263 A Transgender Question
*Warning - Content involves mature themes* Topics discussed in this episode: Justin responds to an email from a listener who is struggling with how to help…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#262 Mother's Day Reflections
In this special Mother's Day Reflection: Justin interviews his six daughters about why they love their Mum so much Kylie dives deep into her journey as a Mum…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#261 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
On this week's instalment of I'll Do Better Tomorrow Justin's TV tale Ditching family time to get those 'must do' jobs done If stuff gets lost it will turn up…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#260 Introducing Justin's Mum
Topics discussed in this episode: 3 keywords that remind Justin's mum about stories from Justin's childhood Kylie's first impression on her in-law's One of the…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#259 The Gift of Failure with Jessica Lahey
Topics discussed in this episode: Parents are shoving obstacles out of their children's way, hoping it will help them avoid failure Depriving kids of learning…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#258 Introducing Kylie's Mum
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie's Mum shares some of her favourite stories of Kylie growing up Justin's first impression on his in-law's Kylie asks her…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#257 Tip For the Day - Strengths
It's a holiday in Queensland, so we've almost taken the day off! So you can spend more time with your family, we've rolled out an uber short tip for the day -…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#367 Tip For the Day - Competent Then Confident
It's a public holiday in Queensland today, so it's a quick tip around competence and confidence, so that you can get back to more time with your family! For a…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#256 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie is learning to juggle immediate family & extended family expectations Justin speaks with his teenage daughters about…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#255 D.O.S.E
Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie's been up in the gym workin' on her fitness Do kids under 13 need to be on social media? Neurological highs 4…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#254 Family Violence Prevention Awareness Month with Jess Hill
***Content may be distressing for some listeners*** Topics discussed in this episode: Domestic violence vs domestic abuse A pervasive, systemic issue in the…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#253 Screen Time Stresses
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin is struggling with the amount of devices & device time in their house Justin & Kylie discuss a news report about an 8…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#252 Toddler Tantrums
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about her toddler's tantrums Is there a detrimental impact from using bribery to…
- Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#251 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Topics discussed in this episode: Littlest Miss Coulson was excited for a special Saturday chore Justin took one of his daughters out for a special birthday…