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
- 1356
- Years Active
- 2014 - 2025
#695 Suggestions for Sensitive Souls
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about how to help your sensitive child
Topics included in this episode -
- How to handle other people's opinions/judgments about your children
- It's none of …
#694 Responding to the Hate From Andrew Tate
*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-d…
#693 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
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
- Ju…
#692 Solving Lunch Box Headaches With Deb Blakley
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 t…
#691 Body Image with 2023 Australian of the Year, Taryn Brumfitt
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
- …
#690 Time to Ditch Homework?
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…
#689 7 Tips to Keep You Sane This School Year
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 ot…
#688 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
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 o…
#687 Renee Jain - Unprocessed Emotions
Topics included in this episode -
- 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 childr…
#686 Extra Curricular Activities 101
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…
#685 Preparing First Timers for the First Day
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
- Organis…
#684 Routine... What Routine?
Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Getting the routine right for school mornings
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#683 I'm Bored Mum!
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
Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Journalist, broadcaster and TV host Amanda Keller sat down with Justin for a lightning round - a series of short, sharp questions about parenting life…
#681 Back to Basics
Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- When have things been best for your family?
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#680 The Simple Things
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
Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Tips on how to manage parent fatigue
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#678 Summer Sleepover Safety
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
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
Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- 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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