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 - Kylie shares her recent article she wrote for Kylie's Corner Kylie shares her experience with being physically disciplined as a child and how that effected her ability to share her emotions 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.

Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parentingTopics included in this episode - Effectiveness of mindfulness Rise of mental illness during Covid Kids doing more chores is linked to better executive function Does the gender of your sibling effect your personality? Research articles mentioned School-based mindfulness training in early adolescence: what works, for whom and how in the MYRIAD trial? Doing more chores linked to better executive functioning in kids – but direction of effect is unclear No Evidence That Siblings’ Gender Affects Personality Across Nine Countries Purchase a ticket to Autistic Not Weird at Happy FamiliesFind 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.

Anxiety in kids transitioning from Primary to High SchoolTopics included in this episode - Anxiety in kids transitioning from Primary to High School Guide to Thrive from Life Education What happens when we get the transition right? We need to be having these conversations much earlier Why girls are struggling more Do older siblings play a role? What are kids biggest concerns? Heirarchy in high school Has Covid had an impact? How to help them prepare? 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.

Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about dealing with the disruption of a moveTopics included in this episode - Kylie's move from NZ to Aus when she was 10 Justin's shares his experience with moves as a kid Justin & Kylie share about their own family moves What does the research say? Which kids are most affected? Attitude is everything Top tips Be intentional & proactive Organise play dates Initiate conversations Activity days Be there for your kids Really listen 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.

In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss smacking, and the recent calls for Australia to outlaw physical discipline of our children.Some of the topics include: The full 'A Current Affair' interview with Chris O'Keefe Some of the responses to that interview The research that has consistently linked physical discipline to negative outcomes 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 - Kylie created a sugar free birthday for Justin A $6 chilli Justin & Kylie have a heightened conversation with one of their daughters Parenting adult children Purchase a ticket to Autistic Not Weird at Happy FamiliesFind 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 shares 3 conversation principals that can help Topics included in this episode - The way that we speak to our children becomes their inner voice Justin & Kylie share some of their inner thoughts/voices from childhood 3 conversation principals that can help A voice that encourages belonging, understanding & empathy. A voice that expresses confidence in their capacity. A voice that encourages autonomy. How do we find our own inner voice?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.

Justin speaks with Dave about men and perinatal depression & anxietyTopics discussed in today's podcast: Dave shares his own personal experience Antenatal classes Communication Symptoms What to do Talk to someone, music, reading, join a group Telehealth SMS for Dads Gidget Virtual Village for Dads Panda hotline Find more about Dave Edwards and the Gidget FoundationPurchase 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.

*Content warning - topics in this episode will not be suitable to small children*Topics discussed in today's podcast: What is digital self-harm? Digital self-harm: Rising trend of teens cyberbullying themselves Teens trolling themselves online Suicidal thoughts How do we protect our kids? 5 signs that a child may be a target of cyber bullying Shift in social relationships - when should parents step in? Make a plan. Get involved esafety Commissioner - Get help now Get a ticket to Burnt Out in our online 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.

Dr Justin & Kylie talk about depression in kidsTopics included in this episode - What does it look like? What is the difference between a bad day/a depressive episode/depression Stinking thinking Apathy Cognitive behavioural therapy Cognitive distortions How can parents help? Acceptance Breathe Get outside Move Connect Learn Serve Make a plan Get help Look after your own mental health 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.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next timeTopics included in this episode - Justin didn't do much holidaying during his holidays Kylie celebrates the girls half birthdays The Coulson's have a street breakfast School refusal in the Coulson house & not the usual suspect 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.

On today's episode - a new segment - This Week in Parenting, where Justin and Kylie look at some of the recent news stories that we as parents need to be across. Find out more about the arrest of Dutch cyclist Mathieu van der Poel here Read the story about secret fight clubs here More on the coroner's findings that Molly Russell's cause of death was suicide caused by social media here Discover why a video game developer won't let his kids play video games Find out more about the book Stolen Focus here.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.

Dr Justin speaks with Anna about her story with mental illnessTopics discussed in today's podcast: Mental health & mental illness exist on two different planes Being happy & depressed at the same time Learning how to advocate for yourself Parenting with debilitating anxiety/mental illness Intergenerational transfer of mental illness How to break the cycle Find more about Anna Spargo-Ryan - A Kind of MagicPurchase 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.

October is Mental Health Awareness Month, so all month long we'll be looking at ways to improve your family's mental health.Today on the podcast Justin and Kylie look at ways you can support a child who has been diagnosed with ADHD.To become a Happy Families member, find out more here, Happy Families Membership.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.

*During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests*Today's guest is Michaeleen Doucleff.To become a Happy Families member, find out more here, Happy Families Membership.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.

*During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests*Today's guest is Chelsea Pottenger.To become a Happy Families member, find out more here, Happy Families Membership.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.

*During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests*Today's guest is Amy Taylor-Kabbaz.To become a Happy Families member, find out more here, Happy Families Membership.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.

*During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests*Today's guest is Daniel Pink.To become a Happy Families member, find out more here, Happy Families Membership.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.

*During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests*Today's guest is Jessica Rowe, a proud Crap Housewife.Find our last episode with Jessica Rowe here - #122 Crap Housewives, IVF & Mental Health (Featuring Jessica Rowe)To become a Happy Families member, find out more here, Happy Families Membership.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.

*During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests*Today's guest is Dr Amantha Imber, host of the How I Work podcast. To become a Happy Families member, find out more here, Happy Families Membership.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.