Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next timeTopics included in this episode - 5 weeks until Christmas Justin & Kylie make space for a weekend away Justin dealt with another case of school refusal with Miss 8 Unconditionality Purchase a ticket to No Damage Discipline or find it in your Happy Families MembershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parentingTopics included in this episode - Kylie is having sugar withdrawals Pros & cons of giving kids devices Body image Kids language skills are struggling High quality communication is active Research articles mentioned “You’re damned if you do, you’re damned if you don’t”: a qualitative exploration of parent motives for provision of mobile screen devices in early childhood Psychology experts urge social media giants to increase transparency around algorithms to protect users’ mental health Screen Time of Preschool-Aged Children and Their Mothers, and Children’s Language Development Vote for Happy Families hereFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Content warning - Parental disgression advised*Topics discussed in this episode: ACCCE with the AFP How is ACCCE different to the eSafety Commissioner? How often is online sexual extortion happening? What does it generally look like? Are there any particular platforms that are worse than others? Why are parents disengaged from their child's online activity? How to prevent this from happening? What to do once it has happened? Avoid blame Seek professional help Do not pay the scammers Response kit Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Should our kids get part-time jobs? Justin & Kylie share about their first jobs The pros and cons of kids getting jobs Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin and Kylie respond to a listener who is struggling with depression, anxiety and burnout.Topics discussed in this episode: Taking control of the controllable Practicing self care and compassion Accepting help when its offered Understanding that we can't do it all, especially in those early years of parenting Vote for the Happy Families Podcast in the Listener's Choice of the Australian Podcast Awards (just type Dr Justin in the search bar and click on the Happy Families podcast to vote).Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next timeTopics included in this episode - Justin & Kylie get a surprise guest in the middle of the day What to do when there's not answer to your parenting problem Even the parenting expert struggles sometimes Two of the Coulson girls are having a hard time getting along Kylie struggles to show compassion for her daughter in a particularly difficult moment Purchase a ticket to No Damage Discipline or find it in your Happy Families MembershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Justin explains why he doesn't love the term Gentle ParentingTopics discussed in this episode: Justin wants to get Ryan Reynolds on the podcast Justin & Kylie don't 'get the kids in trouble' What to do instead Emotional regulation How to not add to your child's suffering Register for our free course The Time-out AlternativeFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode Justin and Kylie answer the question:"My daughter has been diagnosed with ADHD, autism and now dyslexia. How do you talk about a diagnosis with a child and how do you know if they can understand?"Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Justin speaks to Paul Dillon from Drug and Alcohol Research Training Australia about getting ready for the schoolies season.Find out more about Paul Dillon at the Drug and Alcohol Research Training Australia website.Topics discussed in this episode: The cons of letting your kids celebrate schoolies abroad How safe are organised schoolies events? Why schoolies is the last opportunity for parents to talk safety with their kids before they are legally adults Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parentingTopics mentioned in this episode - Machine learning uncovers the most robust self-report predictors of relationship quality across 43 longitudinal couples studies The National Marriage Project It's not who you're with, it's about the dynamic Scott Stanley, Sliding vs Deciding Perceived partner commitment Appreciation Level of sexual satisfaction Perceived partner satisfaction Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next timeTopics included in this episode - Justin had an accident involving his very fancy bike The Coulson's home has become THE Halloween House Kylie struggles with the bed time routine Purchase a ticket to No Damage Discipline or find it in your Happy Families MembershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Justin scours the internet for weird news in parentingTopics mentioned in this episode - This Psychologist Says Don't High-Five Kids And... Excuse Me, What?! Justin's advice - High Five as many kids as possible! Internal vs extrinsic motivation Parents of boys age at a faster rate than those who have girls, claims study WHY WE LONG FOR THE MOST DIFFICULT DAYS OF PARENTHOOD Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Justin speaks with Dan Pink about the power of regret Topics included in this episode - The Power of Regret Why do people say that they don't have regrets? Your regrets say a lot about you as a person Your regrets can inform your future decisions Reframing regret Inward, outward, forward "Atleast"ing and "ifonly"ing Dan's advice for time poor parents Normalising the emotion of regret Talk to your kids about your regrets Dan shares some of his regrets Learn more about Dan Pink & his booksFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie discuss how parents can help motivate their kids to studyTopics included in this episode - Kylie confesses to wagging school Justin reads out his report card from Year 12 Justin shares how he turned things around for himself There are always options Say yes to everything until you're 40. Say no to almost everything after 40 Trust Establish basic rules and parameters Follow the energy Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin and Kylie discuss why we think we're boring now that we're parents, but that we're actually experiencing a heap of personal growth.Topics included in this episode - Kylie's friend who feels lost after becoming a mum Ideas for creativity through those hard years when you feel exhausted Why we keep growing all throughout life Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next timeTopics included in this episode - Justin has an 'aha' moment One of the Coulson girls has a hard time & Justin helps them through it Emilie adopts a lizard The Coulson's take a look at their family budget Purchase a ticket to the Hot Mess Summit in the Happy Families shopFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the momentJustin's reading Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid A Kind of Magic by Anna Spargo-Ryan Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention by Johann Hari Kylie's reading We Are Wolves by Katrina Nannestad What Happened to You? by Oprah Winfrey, Dr Bruce Perry The Book of Dreams by Nina George Purchase the Better Together webinar in our online web shop or find it in your Happy Families membershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Helping families find the right help for their mental health challenges.Topics included in this episode - How to get the help you need Finding the right GP Involve the kids Get the kids outside Get back to basics What happens when you can't afford to get help? Mental health care plan Involve school teachers Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's podcast is all about recognising where you are on the parental burnout scale.Kylie takes the Parental Burnout Assessment - and you can do an online version here.Find the free Burnt Out webinar in the Happy Families Shop.Register for the Happy Families Hot Mess Summit, happening this Saturday October 29, here.Don't forget, you can also purchase the Hot Mess Summit and view all the presentations at your convenience.The speaker lineup includes: Dr Justin Coulson | Love, Limits & Laughter | 10am AEDT Amy Taylor Kabbaz | Mama Rising | 11am AEDT Trish Purnell-Webb | Creating a Strong Relationship With Your Partner | 12pm AEDT Ian Kerner | Tell Me About The Last Time You Had Sex | 1pm AEDT Michaeleen Doucleff | Hunt, Gather, Parent | 2pm AEDT Shefali Tsabary | The Awakened Family | 3pm AEDT Wally Goddard | How to Discipline with Love & Laughter | 4pm AEDT Chelsea Pottenger | Stress management | 5pm AEDT Jessica Rowe | The Art of Being a Crap Housewife | 6pm AEDT Amanda Keller | Having Fun When Your L

Top 5 solutions for dealing with anxiety at homeTopics included in this episode - Defining what anxiety is Experiencing anxiety vs a chronic anxiety disorder #609 Parenting & Mental Illness: A Discussion With Anna Spargo-Ryan Solutions Quality of the attachment relationship between parents & children Other connections/relationships Help them to lean in Being outside Service/volunteering Purchase our Justin-ism's Posters in the Happy Families shopFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.