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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:

#446 I'll Do Better Tomorrow Feb 17, 2022

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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 Brené Brown
Positive emotions disappear quickly and gratitude helps us relive those moments
Kylie shares an experience with one of their daughters
Justin helps Kylie through a tricky experience with their youngest daughter
The Coulson's got adventurous over the weekend

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#445 Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word Feb 16, 2022

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In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss:

Forgiveness, apologies and holding grudges
Theory of Mind - understanding other peoples thoughts and beliefs in order to then understand their behaviour
Helping children to apologise
Justin's 4-Step Apology

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

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#444 Kids Dig Food - A Conversation with Deb Blakley Feb 15, 2022

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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 eaters?
Is there an age where we should expect pickiness?
Is there an age where we can expect kids to get over their pickiness?
The biggest mistakes typical families make when their kids are being fussy - Pressure, comparison, worry.
"When the joy goes out of eating, nutrition suffers."
Top 3 solutions - 1. Trust. 2. Never back kids into a corner. 3. Provide opportunities for kids to explore food

Learn more about Deb Blakley from Kids Dig Food

To access the Feed Your Picky Eater [without going crazy] evergreen online course for parents: https://kidsdigfood.com.au/resources/

Book an appointment with an APD from the Kids Dig Food team: https://kidsdigfood.com.au/appointments/

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

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#443 A Conversation With Michael Grose Feb 14, 2022

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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 in his parenting career
Justin & Michael share a huge announcement

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#442 - Is Nude Too Rude? Feb 13, 2022

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Trigger Warning - This episode discusses nudity in adults and children. The conversation does not address abuse, however, we understand that this discussion may be sensitive for some of our listeners.

Justin and Kylie discuss if it's okay to be naked in front of the kids.

Topics included in this podcast:

Kylie shares more about her 'Pink Lunchbox' tradition for Valentines Day
Justin and Kylie discuss when is nude too rude
Respecting your kid's boundaries and talking to them about privacy, consent and body safety
Teaching kids that bodies of all shapes and sizes are natural, normal and healthy

Catch up on Justin's latest webinar, Better Together.

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

Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

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#441 I'll Do Better Tomorrow Feb 10, 2022

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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
Acknowledging your kids' fears
Justin creates drama at home
Endings matter

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

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#440 Better Together Feb 09, 2022

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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 Queensland time and 8pm for those in New South Wales and Victoria.

'Better Together' is free for Happy Families members or can be purchased for $30.

Discover more about the 'Better Together' webinar.

Find out more about becoming a Happy Families member.

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#439 Girls & Tech: an Interview With Dr Catherine Ball Feb 08, 2022

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Justin speaks with Dr Catherine Ball about Girls, technology and looking towards the future.

In this episode, they discuss:

Gender equality and representation
What parents can do to help give their kids the tools to flourish in the things that matter most to them
How to steer our kids into technology avenues

Learn more about Dr Catherine Ball

For a happier family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.

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#438 People Matter, Things Don't Feb 07, 2022

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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
5 ways to help our kids learn to be more responsible
Justin and Kylie share a recent family experience where they practised what they preached

Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our 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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#437 The Monday Mixed Bag Feb 06, 2022

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Topics discussed in the Monday Mixed Bag: