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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:

#764 Should We Stop Our Boys Playing Rough? May 15, 2023

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Justin & Kylie answser a listener's question about boys playing rough in the playground

Topics included in this episode -

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Toxic masculinity & over feminisation
Justin wanted to be a SNAG
Boys vs girls
The issue with making masculinity problematic
Schools are taking away opportunities for boys to use their bodies in the playground
Building empathy
Banning friendships
Unstructured play

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#763 Are Smart Phones a Smart Idea in Schools? May 14, 2023

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Justin joins some big names to discuss a smart phone ban in schools

Topics included in this episode -

Swombies - social media zombies
How social media effects kids -
Self expression & validation
Appearance comparison
Fear of missing out
Bullying & harmful content
The brain drain studies
As smart phone use goes up, academic performance goes down
Arguments from the other side of the debate

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#762 Taking Our Own Advice May 11, 2023

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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time

Topics discussed in this episode -

Justin has been receiving some fantastic feedback on his new book
What does Justin find rewarding in parenting?
Justin recommends a gap year
Kylie listens to the Happy Families podcast and gets some advice
The power of 'no matter what'

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#761 Game On... or Off? Are Video Games Really That Bad? May 10, 2023

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Part 2 of Justin speaking with author & associate Professor Katie Davis about her new book

Topics discussed in this episode -

Technology's Child by Katie Davis
Justin asks Katie some rapid fire questions about her own family life
Using technology to reinforce technology rules
Finding a balance
Video games aren't all bad
The impact of social media

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#760 Finding Appy-Ness and Navigating the Digital World with Katie Davis May 09, 2023

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Justin speaks with author & associate Professor Katie Davis about her new book

Topics discussed in this episode -

Technology's Child by Katie Davis
What are the risks for children under 3?
Be keen observers
Be aware of when you tend to reach for a device when you need a break
The relationship between emotional & behavioural regulation
Why are screens such an effective regulator?
Executive function
"Educational" apps
Look for self directed & community supported apps

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#759 Missing Mum on Mother's Day May 08, 2023

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In this episode Justin speaks with Kristy Thomas about being mindful of who is having a hard time this Mother's Day

Topics discussed in this episode -

Feel The Magic
Insensitive questions from well-meaning kids & adults
What to say to your children that are struggling
Future planning is helpful
Validation
Avoidane reinforces anxiety (but be aware of timing & context)
Empower them to make their own choices
1/20 children have lost a parent by the time they're 18

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#758 What to do When Your Child is 'Tent-ative' About School Camp May 07, 2023

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In this episode Justin and Kylie answer a listener question about whether or not they should push their 10 year old son into attending school camp, even though he is extremely anxious about it.

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