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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 decisions and more connected to your kids.

Latest Episodes:

#476 I'll Do Better Tomorrow Mar 31, 2022

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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 clothing mishap
Kylie's experience taking things too seriously
Lighten up

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#475 Conspiracy Theory Chaos Mar 30, 2022

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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 discussed in this episode:

How can we talk to our kids about family members and friends who are deep into conspiracy theories
How can we encourage our kids to have respectful relationships with family members with differing views and not take their opinions on board
Get curious, not furious
Kylie shares her 5 tips on what to discuss with your kids
Justin shares his tips on having conversational boundaries with family members and friends without hurting the relationship
How pivoting the conversation can help
Reminding your kids that you're a safe space for them if they want to debrief or unpack conversations that made them feel uncomfortable

#374 Getting Back to School After COVID with Michael Parker

Learn more about Michael Parker or buy his book, Talk With Your Kids About Things That Matter.

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#474 The Art of Insubordination With Todd Kashdan Mar 29, 2022

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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 his new book
"We want our youth to be compelling - likeability plus confidence."
Instilling values
Basketball free throws
Losing while you stick to your principles is better than winning by taking the shortcuts
Stereotyped, non-conforming behaviour
Masculinity and insubordination

Learn more about Todd Kashdan or buy his book, The Art of Insubordination

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Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.

Purchase The Do's & Dont's of Discipline or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.

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#473 Teaching Your Children How to Say No Mar 28, 2022

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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
Kylie was a compliant child. Justin was not. His family encouraged speaking up for yourself.
"the inability to say "No" — the inability to set personal boundaries — is one of the most common, insidious causes of human suffering." - Clinical psychologist Kelly M. Flanagan
Our job as parents is to teach them how to say no and push back effectively
Get curious, not furious
Kids need to be able to practice being heard
Kids need to know that we trust them
Acknowledge that your children have preferences
Come into the conversation with compassion
If our children don't feel safe saying 'no' to us, who else are they going to have trouble saying 'no' to?

Purchase a ticket to the Bringing Up Boys Summit

Purchase The Do's & Dont's of Discipline or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.

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#472 Toddlers in Charge Mar 27, 2022

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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 sweetly
Labelling their feelings
Understanding their development better
Emotional regulation
High emotions = low intelligence
Name it to tame it

Purchase a ticket to the Bringing Up Boys Summit

Purchase The Do's & Dont's of Discipline or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.

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#471 I'll Do Better Tomorrow Mar 24, 2022

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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 started one-on-one walks with her girls
Justin shares a story from his book What Your Child Needs From You

Purchase a ticket to the Bringing Up Boys Summit

Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.

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#470 Family Meetings Mar 23, 2022

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Justin & Kylie share about how they manage their family.

Topics discussed in this episode:

Weekly couples meeting, weekly family meeting & quarterly couples immersion.
How to get your partner on the same page.

Find all the information about the 'Can We Please Talk About Boys' webinar here.

Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.

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#469 The Work Family Reset - A Conversation With Jenet Erickson Mar 22, 2022

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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 University whose research is all about the distinct contribution of parents in children's development. She is also a research fellow at the Institute for Family Studies in the US, and recently published an article there called The Work Family Reset in Post-COVID America.

Her research into maternal and child wellbeing has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, U.S. News and World Report and the Today Show.

Purchase a ticket to the Bringing Up Boys Summit

Purchase The Do's & Dont's 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 Families

Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.

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#468 Come On Get Happy Mar 21, 2022

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"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 children are born, parent's happiness decreases
Justin & Kylie discuss how they felt after becoming parents & their levels of happiness
All Joy and No Fun: The Paradox of Modern Parenthood
"What if the rewards of having children are different from, and deeper, than happiness?"
Children improve our Life Satisfaction
Meaning & purpose

Purchase a ticket to the Bringing Up Boys Summit

Purchase The Do's & Dont's 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 Families

Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.

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#467 Sibling Sexual Abuse Mar 20, 2022

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*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 Families Facebook page about siblings 'experimenting'. This question created differing responses from people who have been in this situation - so how should we respond?

Miranda Bain is the Therapy Services Director at Act for Kids; a psychologist who works to help children and families going through abuse and trauma.
Miranda has practiced in the USA as well as Australia and New Zealand, and since moving to Australia has focused on the impact of abuse and trauma on children. Actively addressing the impact of pornography and online sexual imagery on the sexual development of children is a particular area of interest.
Act for Kids is a for-purpose organisation that delivers evidence-led professional therapy and support services to children and families who have experienced or are at risk of harm.
Find out more about Act for Kids Education Services here.
Learn more about True's school programs here.
Information about the Australian Childhood Foundation can be found here.

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