Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Highlights from episode - #344 Introducing Wally GoddardPurchase Anxiety in your Child the webinar.Find out more about Happy Families Memberships - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlights from episode - #379 How I Work with Amantha ImberPurchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next timeTopics discussed in today's podcast: We hear some listener responses from the smacking episode Justin references the book Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaleen Doucleff Justin shares an experience where he asked his daughters to help with a task Lilli finally gets to watch "She's The Man" Purchase Dadding Done Right or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Mature themes included in this podcast*Topics discussed in today's podcast: Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the moment Kylie's top 5 Untamed by Glennon Doyle Come As You Are by Emily Nagosaki Atomic Habits by James Clear The Anatomy of Peace by The Arbinger Institute The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd Justin's favs She Comes First by Ian Kerner Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaleen Doucleff Purchase Teaching Kids Kindness or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How parents are coping post CovidTopics discussed in today's podcast: Study finds burnout among working parents resulted in more mental health concerns and punitive behavior toward kids Parent burnout Why women experience more burnout than men Cognitive load Additional needs of children and how that adds to parental burnout What are the solutions? The working parent burnout scale Find more about Dr Kate GawlinkPurchase The Screaming Spiral or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do kids refuse to go to school and how can we help them? Why do children refuse to go to school? Emotion based school avoidance Problematic absenteeism 1-2% of children experience school refusal What counts as school refusal? 8 solutions The Secret to Magic Mornings? Put the Kids to Work School Refusal Purchase Pot, Pills & Parenting or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen. Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susie O'Brien has just written an explosive article for the Herald Sun in Victoria about smacking and corporal punishment, and how it should be outlawed.Its attracted a lot of media attention following the revelation that 6 in 10 young Australians had been smacked repeatedly by their parents, and that those 6 are nearly twice as likely to develop anxiety and depression as teens and adults.You can read Justin's 'I Turned Out Fine' article for the New York Times here.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Friday Justin and Kylie look back at their week and discuss how they'll do better tomorrow with their parenting journey.Pre-order Justin's new book 'Dad's Guide to Pregnancy for Dummies' at Dymocks or Booktopia.Purchase the Building Better Boys webinar, or find it in your Happy Families Premium Membership.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parentingTopics discussed in today's podcast: Diet plays key role in ADHD symptoms in children Eating more fruit & vegetables reduces some of the symptoms of ADHD Food insecurity Frequent external childcare can affect children's behavior, survey suggests Problematic behaviour related to time spent in external childcare Children in childcare are exposed to other values Parenting Instagram accounts can make mothers feel supported, but also less competent The impact of parenting related Instagram accounts on Mums Purchase 21 Days to a Happier Family or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie discuss helping our children develop resilienceTopics discussed in today's podcast: Justin and James discuss being a 'natural' vs. putting in 'hard work' Self-limiting beliefs Fixed mindset and growth mindset Motivating kids to try hard things Purchase 12 x A5 “Justin-isms” Posters from the Happy Families shop - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about how to parent twinsTopics discussed in today's podcast: We hear from Justin's Mum, who raised two sets of twins! What does the science say? Let them be themselves Minimise comparison Starting School Activity BookPurchase Better Together or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you want to make the most of most moments...Topics discussed in today's podcast: How we can be present & in the moment Leo Tolstoy Quote: “There is only one time that is important – NOW! It is the most important time because it is the only time that we have any power.” If you want to make the most of most moments, be where your feet are Let go of the agenda Transitions matter Awareness & being present Be focused & intentional Be open to spontaneity The biggest impediment to being present is exhaustion Take time to be grateful Purchase Your Growth Guide or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next timeTopics discussed in today's podcast: Monotask not multitask We hear from 2 podcast listeners Say yes The Coulson's are early risers Some days don't go the way you want them to Be intentional & purposeful Sometimes as a parent you need to set your expectations Purchase The Miss-connection SummitHappy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you decide which extra curricular activities to put the kids into?Topics discussed in today's podcast: Take their age into account Experience vs learning a skill Available resources Don't force the 'life lessons' Competence & confidence What are your values? Competition can be undermining for kids wellbeing Purchase Better Together or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Ready-made baby and toddler foods are a common choice for Australian families, as one in three young children eat these foods at least once a week, and one in five eat them most days. However, many parents are unaware these foods are often not healthy, and the majority falsely believe they are regulated by the government to ensure they provide good nutrition for children."Topics discussed in today's podcast: The latest RCH National Child Health Poll 'Ready-made baby foods: Do parents know the facts?’ How common is ready-made baby foods in Australian homes? Do parents know what's in ready-made food? Regulations in Australia for toddler food products How to choose the better products The most damaging product added into these foods Check the ingredients list & nutritional panel Find more from Dr Anthea Rhodes at RCH Poll or the Kids Health Info podcastPurchase Pixel Perfect or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arguments are inevitable, but what's the best way to have them?Topics discussed in today's podcast: Fighting in inevitable High conflict is linked to higher levels of negative symptoms in children Children that come from secure homes are less likely to choose high risk behaviours Children learn communication skills from their parents Children need to see positive conflict resolution Adult only conversations Use the 3 E's Find your FREE Starting School Activity Book in our online storeHappy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to have a conversation that doesn't lead to conflictTopics discussed in today's podcast: Fights that parents have to have with their kids Sleeping & eating Friends, parties & sleepovers Social media, alcohol & drugs, intimacy, pornography, dress What matters is how we have the conflict It's worth having a fight if their safety is at risk How to have a conversation that doesn't lead to conflict Justin's ladder metaphor The relationship should always come first It's not worth going to war over preferences Preferences vs principles Purchase A Parent's Guide to Autism or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time.Topics discussed in today's podcast: The Coulson's have a family meeting Siblings sharing bedrooms Kylie's morning routine Justin struggles with the morning rush Purchase Anxiety in Your Child or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Mature themes included - not appropriate for children*Topics discussed in today's podcast: Justin's writing a new book - Dad's Guide to Pregnancy for Dummies Habits of healthy relationships Make time Laughter Honour the other Encourage positive illusions Emotional attunement No name calling Forgive Three things that apply specifically to adult relationships Flirt Consent Keep each other updated on your day-to-day plans Purchase Dadding Done Right or find it in your Premium Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to support a child with depressionTopics discussed in today's podcast: Rachel speaks about her new book - A Blue Kind of Day How do we respond when our kids experience emotions that make us feel uncomfortable? It's okay to not be okay How does depression display in children? How children describe symptoms of depression How to support a child with depression Find more about Rachel Tomlinson and her books Teaching Kids to be Kind and A Blue Kind of DayPurchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Habits of healthy relationshipsTopics discussed in today's podcast: Make time Laughter Honour the other Encourage positive illusions Purchase Teaching Kids Kindness or find it in your Premium Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things that we can say to our kids when things are looking a bit rough I am sorry How can I help? Can't means don't want to You matter to me much more than this matters to me You've gotta love the hills I love you no matter what Purchase The Screaming Spiral or find it in your Premium Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time.Topics discussed in today's podcast: The Coulson's have had a WEEK Kylie learns to apologise The Coulson's review The Bad Guys The Coulson girls have new rollerskates Stay calm and sweat the stuff that matters Don't let other people's emotions effect you You're probably doing a better job than you think Purchase Pot, Pills & Parenting or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to be happier as a parentTopics discussed in today's podcast: Justin shares some terrible Dad jokes Can we be happier as parents? Kylie tries faking a smile The research does show that your happiness drops after children There is no bandaid fix 7 things that we can do to be happier parents Make the decision to be happier Get your ego out of the way Lower your expectations Create time affluence Invest in the relationship Music Look after yourself Monday's podcast episde - #512 Finding More Time In Your DayPurchase 21 Days to a Happier Family or find it in your Premium Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speech & language milestones & what to do if your child isn't quite reaching themTopics discussed in today's podcast: How are speech and language different? Speech & language milestones What can parents do to accelerate their child's speech? What shouldn't parents do? Overgeneralisation Model & repetition When should a parent seek help from a speech pathologist? What are the warning signs? Skill development Helpful tips Follow your child's lead Don't ask lots and lots of questions - provide comments & narrate 4 comments to every 1 question Add onto their used words Use a variety of words Minimise screen time Reading - slow it down & let them lead We have a health care provider shortageCaitlin O'Meara, speech pathologist & WA State Manager at Allied Health company Physio InqPurchase Building Better Boys or find it in your Premium Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about screen time limitsTopics discussed in today's podcast: Give a man a fish and he eats for a day, teach a man to fish and he eats for a lifetime Control is easy but it doesn't teach You can fence the pool but you can't fence the ocean How long can we bubble wrap our kids? Cocooning Reasoned cocoon Prearming Reasoned deference Deference What do we do when they make a mistake? Purchase our Justin-isms Posters.Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you're time poor and just need more hours in the day!Topics discussed in today's podcast:Kylie's top 3 tips to find more time in your day Work out when you're most productive & maximise that time Sit down at the beginning of the week and make a list Keep yourself accountable Justin's top 3 tips to find more time in your day Create margins Do less Don't fill in the spaces Purchase Your Growth Guide or find it in your Premium Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] 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: Intentional reflection Justin struggles with isolation while having Covid Kylie shares a story about a Scout raft building competition Purchase The Miss-connection Summit from the Happy Families shop. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rebecca Sparrow and Michelle Mitchell have both spoken out recently on just how bad Tik Tok can be for our kids and teens.Is Tik Tok that bad? And is it any worse than other social media platforms?If you've been wanting to call time on Tik Tok, or even just provide a safer experience for your child, then this episode is a must listen!Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cost of raising a family and what you can do about itTopics discussed in today's podcast: What does it cost to raise a child? Why do we hate budgets? Why budgeting isn't about restriction Budgeting is personal You will have more expensive seasons in your life Talk with your kids about budgeting Find Victoria Devine on Instagram, listen to her podcast She's On The Money or purchase her book She's On The MoneyPurchase Pixel Perfect or find it in your Premium Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin answers a listener's question about toddlers sharing time between two homesTopics included in this episode: The research suggests that kids do well with a 50/50 share Small children need stability, routine & predictability Attachment hierarchy How to make the transition smoother 5 C's of separation & divorce Closeness Caregiving Conflict Change Cash Purchase Teaching Kids Kindness webinar from the Happy Families shop. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin shares a sneak peek into tonight's webinar Carrots & SticksTopics discussed in this episode: Punishment, reward, timeout, praise The lowest form of education Let's get away from the reward charts History of why we parent the way we do Punishment & rewards creates problems Motivation continuum Purchase a ticket to tonight's live webinar Carrots & SticksPurchase Anxiety in your Child or find premium content with a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next timeTopics discussed in today's podcast: Good parent vs bad parent Teaching our kids a lesson vs doing something kind for them Justin takes the girls to music lessons & Miss 8 does not want to go Celebrate the wins Kylie's read 4 of Justin's 6 books Autonomy supported parenting is HARD work It's hard to get everything right consistently Just because it's hard, that doesn't mean you're doing anything wrong Purchase 21 Days to a Happier Family online program or find it in your Premium Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin discusses some recent studies about mindfulnessTopics included in this episode: Dr's Desk episode on mindfulness Mindfulness training experiment Is mindfulness the be-all and end-all? Calm Mum = calm baby Breathing exercises Pay attention to your senses Count down to calm Articles mentioned -Effects of a Mindfulness-Based Intervention on Distress, Weight Gain, and Glucose Control for Pregnant Low-Income Women: A Quasi-Experimental Trial Using the ORBIT ModelPrenatal mindfulness program improves stress response in infantsPurchase A Parent's Guide to Autism webinar from the Happy Families shop. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Purchase a ticket to Monday night's live webinar Carrots & SticksFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Content warning - this episode discusses topics that may not be appropriate for children*Topics discussed in this episode: Airdropping & cyber flashing Check your privacy settings What not to do when a child reports an incident Talk to your kids proactively Turn it off, move away & talk to someone Sextortion (combination of sexual & extortion) Check in regularly with your kids & their social accounts Kirra's first episode - #464 Teens and TikTok with Kirra PendergastFind Kirra Pendergast on Safe on SocialEpisode with Kristen Jenson - #458 Porn Proofing Your Kids - An Interview With Kristen JensonPurchase Anxiety in your Child or find premium content with a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The positives & negatives of homeschooling vs the traditional schooling systemTopics discussed in today's podcast: Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about homeschooling Issues with the school system - Competition Classes learn at the rate of the lowest child Expectations Cultural views Bullying Joy for children in chool Reasons why the Coulson's never went down the homeschooling path - Feelings of inadequacy Lack of knowledge Shift in lifestyle Justin & Kylie call a friend who has just started homeschooling Purchase Dadding Done Right webinar or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What to do when we start to notice our worst traits coming out in our kidsTopics included in this episode: Which Coulson daughter is most like their Dad? Are we being triggered? Personal acceptance Your child is their own person Show your child compassion Hold space for your children Allow your children to have a voice Standards Purchase the Tweens, Teens & Screens webinar from the Happy Families shop. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next timeTopics discussed in this episode: Justin speaks about the time he spent with Dr Shefali at her event last week Why do we make our kids do things they don't want to do? Justin takes his daughters surfing, involuntarily The Coulson's have a Super Saturday that didn't go to plan Purchase Teaching Kids Kindness or find premium content with a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you taught your teens enough to go out into life and succeed?Topics discussed in today's podcast: 100 Essential Life Skills Teens Needs to Learn at Home Saying 'no' Setting goals Communicating with & getting to know teachers Read bank statements Using ride share apps Mail a package Address an envelope Turn off an overflowing toilet What to do in a power outage Laundry Walk away from anything Finding a doctor/accountant Eating healthy Manage subscription services Basic first aid Understand medical coverage Complete a LinkedIn profile Write a resume Dress for an interview Drink safely Obtaining birth control When to seek medical attention Turn off a smoke alarm Fire extinguisher Grown & FlownPurchase The Screaming Spiral webinar or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What science has told us about the risks and dangers of vaping Topics discussed in today's podcast: Lexi Frydenberg Vaping in Australia Regulations and how kids are getting around them What science has told us about the risks and dangers RCH poll Parents are not aware of the health risks Parents are asking for more regulation EVALI disease Exploding vapes Nic-sick Find Dr Lexi Frydenberg on the Kids Health Info podcastPurchase the Pot, Pills & Parenting webinar from the Happy Families shop. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vaping… why are our kids doing it and what we can do about it. Dr Lisa Damour introduces herself E-cigarette usage among teenagers has more than double in recent times Why are kids doing it? Our kids are victims of a sophisticated marketing scheme Designers have made vapes incredibly attractive Adolescent brains aren't fully developed until mid 20's Vaping is socially rewarding How should we talk to our kids about this? Get curious, not furious Understand, don't reprimand Explore, don't explode Open a discussion with questions, not lectures Purchase Pixel Perfect Webinar and find premium content with a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen. Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Answering a listener question - "How do you support kids to be more assertive with their peers?"Topics discussed in today's podcast: Identitiy & development What does 'being your own person' really mean? Positives & negatives of personal qualities Assertiveness training The I-message Allowing children to have a voice and be heard Actively and expressly encourage your children to have an opinion at home Children need to know that you won't dismiss or disapprove of their emotions Purchase the Better Together webinar or find it in your Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Navigating the sagas, challenges, and adversities of life.Topics discussed in today's podcast: Meltdown in the shops Smart parenting Inspiration from Hamish Blake Sharing your love at bedtime Connection Purchase 12 x A5 “Justin-isms” Posters from the Happy Families shop. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie's naming process with their daughters Taylor A. Humphrey, the professional baby namer #460 What’s in a Name? Predictors of resilience Reading helps with resilience, particularly for those at risk Aussie study on resilience and reading NZ study (Otago) about building memories and greater resilience Reminiscing Active & constructive conversations Purchase Pixel Perfect Webinar and find premium content with a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much sleep do our teenagers really need to be getting?Topics discussed in today's podcast: Teenage sleep is worse than ever Teenager's sleep clock is naturally later to bed, later to rise The second wind Light delays sleep Tips for winding down Dark room for sleep Dim lights up to 2 hours before bed time Turn screens off Give kids the impression that the whole household is winding down NSW government is looking at starting school earlier Can we adjust a teenager's body clock? Anxiety & depression are on the rise Teenagers need at least 8-9 hours of sleep per night Purchase Generation Sleepless or The Happy SleeperPurchase the Miss-Connection Summit Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: What the research says about playing with guns If you do let your kids play with toy/nerf guns some tips for safe play Red flags around aggressive or manipulative behaviour Purchase The Growth Guide Webinar and find premium content with a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special Anzac day episode with Dr Justin Coulson. Lest we forget.Purchase The Miss-Connection Summit or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time.Topics discussed in today's podcast: Kids finish some well known sayings Justin's verbal crutches Touch points Unspectacular moments One of the Coulson girls is getting creative with her money making endeavours Kylie shares a moment from her childhood Purchase Your Growth Guide or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What parents can do to encourage their children to manage their own risksTopics included in this episode: Watch Old Enough on Netlfix Justin & Kylie discuss the errands they did as small children In Japan, there is a culture of neighbourhoods functioning as a village Helicopter parenting #237 Lenore Skenazy - Meet the World's Worst Mum How much freedom do we give? What if something happens? Purchase The Miss-Connection Summit or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin speaks with associate Professor Jenet EricksonTopics included in this episode: The different roles that mothers and fathers can offer their children Mothers impact development by building core Fathers impact how children relate to the outside world Mums and Dads hold their babies differently A key predictor of college graduation is the involvement of a father Blue brain vs pink brain Fathers promote risk taking Nuturing is both holding close AND letting go Children benefit from both processes Daughters whose fathers are not present are more likely to engage sexually at a younger age Boys need to see their fathers showing love to women and children in non sexual ways Gender and Parenthood by Brad Wilcox Love is happiness. The intentional family is a ritualising family Purchase Better Together or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.