Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Latest Episodes:

#346 Father's Day Tribute Sep 02, 2021

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Today's podcast is a very special Father's Day Tribute for Justin, with some really special messages from his daughters.

Justin shares some of his own thoughts about being a father & what he's learnt along the way

Parenting isn't about the kids. The product of parenting isn't the kids, it's the parents
It really does go too fast
You will feel that you can never be enough
Showing up is the main game
As a parent, you have to a hope builder
Dancing is joy
The trust they place in you is impossible to live up to
Letting go is harder than you can imagine

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#345 Meet Justin's Dad Sep 01, 2021

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Topics discussed in this episode:

How Justin ended up on the back of a paddy wagon
His first impression of Kylie
What does he know now that he wishes he knew when he had small children
Justin's favourite memory of his Dad
What is he most grateful for?

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#344 Introducing Wally Goddard Aug 31, 2021

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Topics discussed in this episode:

Wally explains how he became a parenting expert
Wally talks about his experience with foster parenting
Investing time into your family
Justin talks about why Wally means so much to him
Teach compassion by living compassion
Enjoy life with your children
Wally talks about his father

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#343 Meet Kylie's Dad Aug 30, 2021

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Ahead of Father's Day this Sunday, Justin and Kylie sat down for a heartwarming interview with Kylie's Dad.

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#342 Getting Caught Up in the Thick of Thin Aug 29, 2021

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Topics discussed in this episode:

Don't sweat the small stuff.
Screen time during lockdowns.
The association between adolescent health and screen use.

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#341 I'll Do Better Tomorrow Aug 26, 2021

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Topics discussed in this episode:

Justin & Kylie immerse themselves in their mistakes
One of the Coulson girls take the family car without permission & Justin responds in a way that surprised everyone
Kylie reflects on the accuracy of her memories from childhood

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#340 Big House, Bad Kids Aug 25, 2021

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Topics discussed in this episode:

A listener calls in with her concerns about the children she is a nanny for
Lack of connection can result in children acting out
Ongoing nurturing connections
Emotional regulation
Limit setting, structure & clear expectations
Children need to have experiences tailored to their individual needs
Cultural continuity

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#339 Jeremy Macvean Founder of The Fatherhood Aug 24, 2021

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Topics discussed in this episode:

What is the movement The Fatherhood all about?
The new generation of Dads
Jeremy talks about what's in his new book
Is fatherhood what Jeremy expected?
How do fathers manage the struggle between work & family?
Jeremy's best advice for fathers

Learn more about Jeremy Macvean

Purchase his book - The Father Hood: Inspiration for the new dad generation

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#338 Lockdown Toys & Games Aug 23, 2021

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Topics discussed in this episode:

Lockdown is hard on our kids
Toys and games to entertain kids
Activity ideas for young kids and big kids
Encouragement if you're struggling and stressed

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#337 Behind the Scenes at the Coulsons Aug 22, 2021

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Topics discussed in this episode:

Justin and Kylie's principles for being great parents
Do the important things first before the 'not so important' things fill up your life.
Why you need to get enough sleep!

Check out Steven Covey's Big Rocks video here.

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