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.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 15 minutes
- Episodes
- 1354
- Years Active
- 2014 - 2025
#982 Judgement & Criticism Are Out!
Judgement & criticism, punishing, provoking, and trying to “fix” a child—none of these are a parent’s job. They only serve to drive a wedge in relationships. Our job is to love our children. To set l…
#981 Am I The Only One Not Interested in Intimacy?
If you are struggling to "keep the spark alive" with your loved one, you're not alone. Exhaustion, screen addiction, lack of time, resentment - all these issues (and more!) can lead to zero interest …
#980 The Anxious Generation With Jonathan Haidt
Justin shares four big ideas based on Jonathan Haidt's new book in the hope that it generates some constructive conversations with your kids at home:
- The key to building a resilient child,
- Getting c…
#979 Taking No For An Answer
A listener wants to know how to help her friend, a single mum to an increasingly difficult 10-year-old boy. Plus, three things you can do to survive your child’s big and embarrassing public meltdown!
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#978 Putting Mum on Your Resume
Are you wanting to return to work but struggling to know what on Earth to write on your resume after years out of the workforce? Listen in for some ideas that will inspire and encourage mothers to co…
#977 The Not So Fond Farewell
Justin & Kylie discuss the hills and valleys of life - Justin is definitely feeling on top of the mountain as he strives to achieve a better work/life balance, while Kylie is in the valley after fare…
#976 Abigail Shrier's Bad Therapy
Justin takes a look at Abigail Shrier's controversial new book "Bad Therapy". What's really going on with our kids, and why are they going through so many challenges?
In this episode:
#975 Homework Hassles & Social Struggles
Today we answer listener questions about co-parenting, homework, and starting daycare.
In this episode:
- Co-parenting and divorce
- Picking battles
- Co-parenting apps: 2houses and OurFamilyWizard
- Struc…
#974 Roblox Rules
Roblox is incredibly popular with kids, bringing a very real challenge to parents today. We share 5 practical steps you can take to keep your child safe online when it is not practical or feasible to…
#973 Hooray for Holidays!
After years of family holiday flops, ChatGPT planned a successful Coulson holiday. Plus, Kylie saves the day with a big dose of compassion.
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#972 This Week in Parenting: Bluey, BuzzFeed & Bad Impersonations
Content warning: violence, CSA + a spoiler alert for Bluey fans.
This week in parenting: how a family of dogs is teaching resilience, a sober warning to parents regarding children's online activity, …
#971 Pregnancy and Infant Loss with Lellie Lopter
Warning: sensitive content
Pregnancy and infant loss are such important yet rarely discussed topics. Author Lellie Lopter emphasises the importance of creating a safe environment for these conversati…
#970 Talking About Tragedies
Following the tragic attack in Bondi, our children need help processing such difficult news. There are things you can do and say to ensure your child feels safe and secure as they come to terms with …
#969 The Generation Gap
Digital influences, demographic shifts, and information overload: we explore the evolution of parenting from GenX through to Millennial parents.
In this episode:
- Digital infusion
- Information overlo…
#968 The Secret to Regulating Emotions
The meltdown out of nowhere, an angry and aggressive child, the emotionally flooded teen - kids of all ages have BIG emotions, and experience emotional dysregulation!
Discover the tools and skills th…
#967 Becoming a Hope Builder
Is your child stressed out, apprehensive or just feeling like life is too hard? Does anxiety or perfectionism cause them to feel they are not enough?
All hope is not lost! Three ways you can BUILD HO…
#966 Gaming Info You Need to Know with Katie Davis
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 que…
#965 Navigating Apps & the Digital World with Katie Davis
You CAN be a "good-enough" digital parent!
Two questions every parent needs to ask when choosing apps or games for their child PLUS learn how to guide your child's relationship with screens in the be…
#964 What to Do About Mean Girls
Friendships are oxygen for girls! When a friendship sours, the mean girls arrive, or your daughter just can't find her tribe, life can be really hard. We share some powerful ideas to help your child …
#963 The Perfection Trap with Thomas Curran (Part 2)
Part 2 of a conversation on perfectionism with Professor Thomas Curran from the London School of Economics.
Rather than expecting perfection from your child try modelling making mistakes - embrace fa…