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
#617 But I Turned Out OK
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 w…
#616 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 -
- Kylie created a sugar free birthday for Justin
- A $6 chilli
- Justin & Kylie have a …
#615 You're the (Inner) Voice
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 though…
#614 Perinatal Depression in Men With Dave Edwards
Justin speaks with Dave about men and perinatal depression & anxiety
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
- Dave shares his own personal experience
- Antenatal classes
- Communication
- Symptoms
- What to do
- T…
#613 Digital Self Harm: How to Spot & Stop It
*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…
#612 Smells Like Teen Spirit - Angst, Sadness or Depression?
Dr Justin & Kylie talk about depression in kids
Topics included in this episode -
- What does it look like?
- What is the difference between a bad day/a depressive episode/depression
- Stinking thinking
- Apa…
#611 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 -
- Justin didn't do much holidaying during his holidays
- Kylie celebrates the girls h…
#610 This Week in Parenting
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 Dut…
#609 Parenting & Mental Illness: A Discussion With Anna Spargo-Ryan
Dr Justin speaks with Anna about her story with mental illness
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
- Mental health & mental illness exist on two different planes
- Being happy & depressed at the same tim…
#608 Supporting Your Child's ADHD
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 …
#607 Holiday Hot Seat - Michaeleen Doucleff
*During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests*
Today's guest is Michaeleen Doucleff.
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#606 Holiday Hot Seat - Chelsea Pottenger
*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 Fa…
#605 Holiday Hot Seat - Amy Taylor-Kabbaz
*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 Fa…
#604 Holiday Hot Seat - Daniel Pink
*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…
#603 Holiday Hot Seat - Jessica Rowe
*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…
#602 Holiday Hot Seat - Dr Amantha Imber
*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.
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#601 Holiday Hot Seat - Dr Shefali Tsabary
*During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests*
Today's guest is acclaimed author and expert, Dr Shefali Tsabary.
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#600 Holiday Hot Seat - Sex Therapist, Ian Kerner
*During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests*
Today's guest - Sex Therapist, Ian Kerner
To become a Happy Families member, find out more here, Ha…
#599 Finding Baby Bliss: A Conversation With Jo Ryan
Jo Ryan shares her experience with babies and sleeping, settling and establishing routines for your baby.
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
- Babies and sleep training
- How to help kids and parents ge…
#598 Holiday Hot Seat - Amanda Keller
*During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests*
Today's guest - Amanda Keller, Radio & Tv Personality.
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