Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

Episodes

#694 Responding to the Hate From Andrew Tate

February 5, 2023 • 18 min

*Content warning - topics discussed are not appropriate for children*

Topics included in this episode -

A recent survey has found that over 30% of teen boys look up to internet celebrity and self-described misogynist Andrew Tate.

A recent online spat with climate activist Greta Thunberg led to his arrest on human trafficking charges in Romania, after Tate left a clue to his location in one of the posts.

Why are teenage boys resonati...

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#693 I'll Do Better Tomorrow

February 2, 2023 • 14 min

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

Topics included in this episode -

Marie Kondo breaking news

Kylie is enjoying school going back

School refusal

Justin's running with his girls

Purchase How to Help When School Sucks

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#692 Solving Lunch Box Headaches With Deb Blakley

February 1, 2023 • 14 min

Tips to make lunch time a little easier

Topics included in this episode -

Why is it so challenging for so many families?

How to support kids with special needs

Problem solve together

School is not the time to be stretching our kids

Food safety

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#691 Body Image with 2023 Australian of the Year, Taryn Brumfitt

January 31, 2023 • 15 min

Embrace Your Body

Topics included in this episode -

Justin speaks with Australian of the year, Taryn Brumfitt

The issue of body image

Body image influences social groups, identity, and social media

Is there a difference in body image issues between boys and girls?

Beauty is heavily influenced by society

Beauty has nothing to do with how someone looks

How do we stop kids from losing their perception of true beauty?

Be the role model for f...

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#690 Time to Ditch Homework?

January 30, 2023 • 16 min

Should we be expecting our kids to complete their homework?

Topics included in this episode -

Justin shares his strong opinions on homework

What is the theory behind why we gives kids homework?

What does the science say?

Tutoring vs homework

Kylie shares her thoughts on homework

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#689 7 Tips to Keep You Sane This School Year

January 29, 2023 • 16 min

Helping your kids thrive at school

Topics included in this episode -

Easy afternoons & easy evenings

Prepare them for 5 days a week

Sleep is not a luxury item

Mornings begin the night before

Meet other parents

Foster relationships

Support their autonomy

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#688 I'll Do Better Tomorrow

January 26, 2023 • 13 min

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

Topics included in this episode -

First week back at school

School fees

Justin didn't holiday very well

Kylie's on a health journey

A Coulson birthday party

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#687 Renee Jain - Unprocessed Emotions

January 24, 2023 • 10 min

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Renee Jain is an award-winning tech entrepreneur turned speaker and certified life coach and she spoke to Justin about anxiety and how it plays it in young children.

Renee is the founder of GoZen! - which helps kids with their emotional wellbeing.

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#686 Extra Curricular Activities 101

January 23, 2023 • 17 min

Justin & Kylie answer all your extra curricular activity questions

Topics included in this episode -

Season 2 of Parental Guidance is coming SOON

How many extra curricular activities should our kids be doing?

Follow your children's interest

Relationships matter

Should you let them change their mind?

It's okay to push a little bit

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#685 Preparing First Timers for the First Day

January 22, 2023 • 11 min

Tips to help start the new school year right

Topics included in this episode -

Help them be familiar with the school

Wear in the school shoes

Learn to tie shoe laces

Meet the teacher earlier

Organise a play date before school starts

Communicate extra needs with the teacher

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#684 Routine... What Routine?

January 19, 2023 • 7 min

Summer Series

Topics included in this episode -

Getting the routine right for school mornings

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#683 I'm Bored Mum!

January 18, 2023 • 9 min

Summer Series

Topics included in this episode -

What to do when you're kids say they're bored!

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#682 Amanda Keller's Lightning Round

January 17, 2023 • 13 min

Summer Series

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Journalist, broadcaster and TV host Amanda Keller sat down with Justin for a lightning round - a series of short, sharp questions about parenting life.

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#681 Back to Basics

January 16, 2023 • 8 min

Summer Series

Topics included in this episode -

When have things been best for your family?

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#680 The Simple Things

January 15, 2023 • 5 min

Summer Series

Topics included in this episode -

The simple things that make family life work

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#679 Managing Fatigue as a Parent

January 12, 2023 • 10 min

Summer Series

Topics included in this episode -

Tips on how to manage parent fatigue

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#678 Summer Sleepover Safety

January 11, 2023 • 13 min

Summer Series

Topics included in this episode -

Tips on summer sleepovers, what age is appropriate, how to keep your kids safe during this summer sleepover season.

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#677 Mia Freedman - From Manager to Consultant

January 10, 2023 • 12 min

Summer Series

Topics included in this episode -

Media entrepreneur Mia Freedman has two boys and she discusses how she defines masculinity as well as her parenting journey.

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#676 Road Tripping 101

January 9, 2023 • 7 min

Summer Series

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Road trips are a quintessential part of summer life; here's how to make your road trip a success, in stead of the kids driving everyone car-azy.

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#675 Beach Days, Not Beach Daze

January 8, 2023 • 8 min

Summer Series

Topics included in this episode -

Ways to make your day at the beach a totally epic summer experience!

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Episodes

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#692 Solving Lunch Box Headaches With Deb Blakley

#691 Body Image with 2023 Australian of the Year, Taryn Brumfitt

#690 Time to Ditch Homework?

#689 7 Tips to Keep You Sane This School Year

#688 I'll Do Better Tomorrow

#687 Renee Jain - Unprocessed Emotions

#686 Extra Curricular Activities 101

#685 Preparing First Timers for the First Day

#684 Routine... What Routine?

#683 I'm Bored Mum!

#682 Amanda Keller's Lightning Round

#681 Back to Basics

#680 The Simple Things

#679 Managing Fatigue as a Parent

#678 Summer Sleepover Safety

#677 Mia Freedman - From Manager to Consultant

#676 Road Tripping 101

#675 Beach Days, Not Beach Daze

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