Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families: Recent Episodes
Dr Justin Coulson
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.
Justin speaks with Olivia White aka House of White
Topics discussed in this episode -
- Cost of living
- Discussing money with kids
- Finding other sources of income
- Comparison
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Justin's new book is out today!
Topics included in this episode -
- History behind May Day
- Purchase The Parenting Revolution
- The horrible history of parenting
- We need a parenting revolution
- Parental Guidance Season 2 is coming soon
- Autonomy support
- Self determination theory
- Need supportive approach
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
- An update on Justin wanting to quit parenting
- Justin reads an email from a listener
- A surfing metaphor
- Kylie shares how she struggles to support Justin when he's having a hard time
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Justin speaks with Michelle Mitchell about her new book - Tweens
Topics included in this episode -
- Tweens by Michelle Mitchell
- What is the difference between tweens and teens?
- Changes in social behaviour
- Perspective taking
- Comparisons
- Physical changes
- Cognitive changes
- Self esteem
- Technology
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Justin speaks with Dr Anthea Rhodes about parents and play
Topics included in this episode -
- Dr Anthea Rhodes from RCH National Child Health Poll
- Australian Families: How We Play
- How play has changed over the years
- Play is repetitive
- Bandit from Bluey has set a high bar
- Options for play partners
- Screen play
- Outside play
- Risk taking & safety concerns
- Extracurricular activities
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A special Anzac day episode with Dr Justin Coulson. Lest we forget.
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Content warning - Parental discretion advised
Topics included in this episode -
- Is it risky to post photos of your children online in their school uniform?
- How often are these photos used in grooming & sexual extortion cases?
- How to post online safely
- Use appropriate privacy settings
- Do you know all of your 'friends' on social media?
- Have conversations very early around devices & social media
ACCCE with the AFP
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
- Justin & Kylie are headed to the Richard Marx concert
- Coulson daughter #2 is headed to the other side of the world
- Kylie had a rough week & called her Dad
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Topics included in this episode -
- Justin reads an email from a listener
- What is ChatGPT?
- ChatGPT writes a poem about school refusal
- Justin shares how he plans to use ChatGPT in his work
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Topics included in this episode:
- The Impact of Instagram Mommy Blogger Content on the Perceived Self-Efficacy of Mothers
- How the content we view online impacts how we see ourselves
- How social media influences parents
- The Alpha mum
- The results to the study were surprising
- Media literacy
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about sensitive souls
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Justin speaks with Renee Jain about anxiety and your little person.
Renee Jain is the founder and Chief Storyteller of GoZen! She has been recognized as a pioneer in marrying technology and child psychology in a unique approach that nurtures the hearts and minds of kids.
Through her writing, product invention and development, masterclasses for parents, and children’s advocacy, she works to build the emotional intelligence of kids. Originally a tech entrepreneur who suffered with her own anxiety, Renee founded GoZen! to help a new generation of kids, parents and therapists.
Renee earned her Master’s degree in Positive Psychology — the scientific study of optimal human functioning — from the University of Pennsylvania and is the NYT bestselling co-author of Superpowered: Transform Anxiety into Courage, Confidence, and Resilience.
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This week Kylie is taking a well earned break, and filling in on the podcast is Christine Layton.
In this episode Christine & Justin are discussing what to do when your child's friend is a bad influence.
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This week Kylie is taking a well earned break, and filling in on the podcast is Christine Layton.
In this episode Christine & Justin are discussing how to help your children find themselves.
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This week Kylie is taking a well earned break, and filling in on the podcast is Christine Layton.
In this episode Christine & Justin are discussing the history of parenting & what to do when a child starts lying.
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This week Kylie is taking a well earned break, and filling in on the podcast is Christine Layton.
In this episode Christine & Justin are discussing what to do when your child starts to idolise a popstar.
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Justin speaks with Kylie Wild about her son's Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis
Topics included in this episode -
- What is Type 1 Diabetes?
- How do you get it?
- How does it effect kids?
- How do parents manage it?
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This week Justin and Kylie are taking a well earned break, and filling in on the podcast is Beck Delahoy.
Beck is a Mum of 3, a parenting researcher, a home educator, and is challenging assumptions about what it means to parent on her Substack, which you can read here.
In this episode Beck shares about how rest & recovery is not optional.
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This week Justin and Kylie are taking a well earned break, and filling in on the podcast is Beck Delahoy.
Beck is a Mum of 3, a parenting researcher, a home educator, and is challenging assumptions about what it means to parent on her Substack, which you can read here.
In this episode Beck shares about how knowing intellectually about thoughts and feelings isn't always enough to control them.
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This week Justin and Kylie are taking a well earned break, and filling in on the podcast is Beck Delahoy.
Beck is a Mum of 3, a parenting researcher, a home educator, and is challenging assumptions about what it means to parent on her Substack, which you can read here.
In this episode Beck shares about how their family uses their activity jar.
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This week Justin and Kylie are taking a well earned break, and filling in on the podcast is Beck Delahoy.
Beck is a Mum of 3, a parenting researcher, a home educator, and challenging assumptions about what it means to parent on her Substack, which you can read here.
In this episode Beck shares how a wicked mouse could help you get a little bit of cooperation from your kids!
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Every Friday Justin and Kylie look back on the week that was, reflecting on the wins and losses from family life.
Topics discussed in today's episode:
- Showing compassion and empathy, even when it's hard
- Helping our kids do hard things, or things that they're afraid of....like needles
- Justin sleeps through everything!
- Justin's also been away a lot over the past week.
- The holiday that Kylie can't wait for, but might make Justin sick
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Today at Happy Families it's the Raising Resilient Kids Summit!
So Justin and Kylie chat about ways we can help our kids develop resilience, ahead of a day devoted to that very topic.
The Raising Resilient Kids Summit is an online event, with multiple ways to participate. You can do the retreat, and block out the whole day to watch the entire summit as it drops.
You can also listen to the summit as a podcast; you'll have lifetime access, so there's no time pressure. Or you can choose the on demand option - our highlight reels will give you the gist of what's in each session. Come back and refer to the resources as you need them!
Learn practical tools and techniques to:
- Give your kids the best start for a resilient life
- Help them to accept the gift of failure
- Support their identity development
- Use humour to build their resilience
- Stay calm during life’s trickier moments
The speaker lineup includes:
- Justin Coulson | Raising Resilient Kids | 10am
- Maggie Dent | 10 Building Blocks to Resilience | 11am
- Jessica Lahey | The Gift of Failure | 12pm
- Marty Wilson | The Funny Business of Resilience | 1pm
- James Anderson | Resilience & the Skill of Learning | 2pm
- Alfie Kohn | Unconditional Parenting | 3pm
- Dr Robert Brooks | Coping with Adversity | 4pm
- Yasmin London | Digital Resilience | 5pm
- Michael McQueen | Post Covid World Kids | 6pm
- Dr Laura Markham | Calm Parents, Happy Kids | 7pm
- Justin Coulson | Live Q&A | 8pm
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Content warning - Parental discretion advised
Topics included in this episode -
- Detective Superintendent Jayne Crossling shares about a new book created by the AFP & ACCCE - Jack Changes The Game
- Keeping children safe from online grooming
- Is there an age that's too young to discuss online grooming?
- Find the book in your school's library
- A family online safety contract
- 7 Day Family Online Safety Challenge
ACCCE with the AFP
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about how to parent on the same page
Topics included in this episode -
- Justin & Kylie share the things they've disagreed on in parenting
- Having conversations without the children present
- Obtaining alignment
- Know what you want & why
- Learn to articulate yourself
- The 3 E's - Explore, Explain & Empower
- Children need stability
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The Coulson family has some BIG news!
Topics included in this episode -
- Coulson daughter #1 is having a baby!
- Justin & Kylie are going to be Grandparents!
- What they're most excited about
- What they're most worried about
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Every Friday Justin and Kylie look back on the week that was, reflecting on the wins and losses from family life.
Topics discussed in today's episode:
- Justin & Kylie share about their anniversary getaway
- Justin's been away all week
- When you can't be with your kids, make sure you connect
- Kylie's been drawing with the girls
- Kylie received a nice email from her daughter living abroad
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March's Book Club - Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the moment.
Kylie's reading
- Bonds That Make Us Free by Terry Warner
Justin's reading
- The Case Against The Sexual Revolution by Louise Perry
- Love Stories by Trent Dalton
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How do parents best support their neuordiverse kids with food?
Topics discussed in today's episode:
- How family meals look different with a neurodivergent child
- Sensory challenges/differences at meal times
- Helping children become aware of their body's needs
- Eating at school
- Food selections
- Autonomy
- Cook/shop together
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25 Lessons for Making Marriage Magic
Topics discussed in today's episode:
- Justin & Kylie are celebrating 25 years of marriage
- 25 Lessons for Making Marriage Magic
- Don't keep score
- It's not brilliant all the time
- We're not the same people
- The big values matter
- Privacy is important
- Going to bed mad is okay
- Balance your mutual & personal interest
- Always order extra bread rolls
- Never measure contribution
- Prioritising intimacy
- Confirmation bias can be really strong
- No issue should ever be allowed to become bigger than your love
- Never add to your spouse's struggle
- Marry the person you love being with more than anyone else, then work super hard to keep it that way
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25 Lessons for Making Marriage Magic
Topics discussed in today's episode:
- Justin & Kylie are celebrating 25 years of marriage
- 25 Lessons for Making Marriage Magic
- Skin to skin contact
- A loving, thriving marriage is a choice
- Seeing each other as equal counterparts
- How can I better support you today?
- My love is bigger than any problem we have
- Gratitude is key to happiness
- When I meet your needs, you're better able to meet mine
- Regular, uninterrupted, scheduled, intentional time alone
- Daily acts of kindness
- "I love you" is shown
- On the bad days, remind yourself why you said yes
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Topics discussed in today's episode:
- Justin is taking Kylie away for their 25th anniversary
- Kylie is trying new creative outlets
- Play is critical
- Doing hard things
- Justin is riding again
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Topics discussed in today's episode:
- The Explosive Child, by Dr Ross Greene an associate clinical professor at Harvard Medical School
- CPS model
- Inflexibility + inflexibility = Meltdown
- Problem solving proactively
- The truth about consequences
- Punishment vs problem solving
- Lives In The Balance
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Topics discussed in today's episode:
- The Explosive Child, by Dr Ross Greene an associate clinical professor at Harvard Medical School
- Kids do well if they can
- Flexibility & adaptability
- Problem solving
- High emotions, low intelligence
- Lagging skills research
- Motivation vs ability
- How to work with intensely rigid children
- Problem solving
- Explore, Explain, Empower
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about how to explain the need for psychological help to your child
Topics discussed in today's episode:
- Teach your children that you don't have all the answers and sometimes we need to reach out to people who do
- 3 basic psychological needs that must be met
- Do you want space or do you want a cuddle?
- Coping skills
- Behaviour regulation
- Emotional regulation
- Normalise it
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Justin shares a sneak peek into the next summit from Happy Families
Topics included in this episode -
- Justin & Kylie are about to celebrate their 25th anniversary
- Justin is planning a big surprise
- Raising Resilient Kids Summit on the 30th of March
- Justin shares a study on kids & resilience
- Why resilience is a buzz word right now
- The lineup for the summit
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Every Friday Justin and Kylie look back on the week that was, reflecting on the wins and losses from family life.
Topics discussed in today's episode:
- Kylie returns refreshed from a week away at a health retreat.
- The things Justin learnt from flying solo...there is a lot of driving!
- Being grateful for what we have and showing empathy to others.
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Justin speaks with Dr Anthea Rhodes about parents and play
Topics included in this episode -
- Dr Anthea Rhodes from RCH National Child Health Poll
- Australian Families: How We Play
- How play has changed over the years
- Play is repetitive
- Bandit from Bluey has set a high bar
- Options for play partners
- Screen play
- Outside play
- Risk taking & safety concerns
- Extracurricular activities
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Introducing a brand new show on SBS - The Swap
Topics included in this episode -
- Just introduces Ali Kadri, CEO of the Islamic College of Brisbane
- The Swap on SBS
- Ali shares why the show was created
- Holy envy
- Religious differences
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about juggling work and parenthood
Topics included in this episode -
- The increasing cost of living
- Justin & Kylie share a personal story about their past financial struggles
- Get creative
- Routine
- Predictability
- Give them in fantasy what they can't have in reality
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Justin shares a sneak peek of Thursday's FREE webinar, a Resilient Parent
Topics included in this episode -
- Justin reads an email from a listener
- What is ChatGPT?
- ChatGPT writes a poem about school refusal
- Justin shares how he plans to use ChatGPT in his work
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
- Mom explains why she doesn't teach her kids about 'stranger danger' and it makes a ton of sense
- Kaboose App
- Justin shares some feedback from a listener about the Roald Dahl episode
- Justin & Kylie enjoyed the Richard Marx concert
- The Coulson's say goodbye to their 2nd daughter
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What's happening in parenting in the news?
Topics included in this episode -
- 'We love kids but it's time to take control': Restaurant bans anyone under 10
- Rihanna credits motherhood for headlining Super Bowl show: 'You can do anything'
- Instant noodles are a leading cause of childhood burn injuries, new study
- Wild way Australian kids are outsmarting new school phone bans
- Aunt sparks outrage after taking toddler for 'mullet' haircut, without permission
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Justin speaks with Michelle Mitchell about her new book - Tweens
Topics included in this episode -
- Tweens by Michelle Mitchell
- What is the difference between tweens and teens?
- Changes in social behaviour
- Perspective taking
- Comparisons
- Physical changes
- Cognitive changes
- Self esteem
- Technology
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February's Book Club - Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the moment.
Justin's reading
- Guns, Germs & Steel by Jared Diamond
- Love on the Brain by Ali Hazelwood
- Get It Done by Ayelet Fishbach
- Silas Marner by George Elliot
- Freely Determined by Kennon M Sheldon
- That All Shall Be Saved by David Bentley Hart
Kylie's reading
- Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon
- Birds of a Feather Book Club
- The Soulmate by Sally Hepworth
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What to do when your kid hates school!
Topics included in this episode -
- Sneak peek for tonight's webinar - How To Help When School Sucks
- Tips for parents
- Attitude is everything
- Finding purpose in school
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
- Justin & Kylie are headed to the Richard Marx concert
- Coulson daughter #2 is headed to the other side of the world
- Kylie had a rough week & called her Dad
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Justin & Kylie share how they feel about the censorship of Roald Dahl's books
Topics included in this episode -
- Puffin are making changes to Roald Dahl's work
- Words like "fat" and "ugly" have been removed
- Gender neutral terms are being used
- "The past is a foreign country; they do things differently there."
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What does Dr Mona think about gentle parenting?
Topics included in this episode -
- Justin speaks with Dr Mona Delahooke
- Brain-Body Parenting
- Responsive parenting
- Permissive parenting
- Reading your child's cues
- Bottom-up behaviours are instinctual
- Behavioural biomarkers
- What to do instead
- Red & green zones
- Being responsive with time constraints
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about reasonable expections for kids & chores
Topics included in this episode -
- Kylie shares her experience of being pregnant & family life continuing
- Justin shares a sneak peek of his new book
- Force creates resistance
- What are the developmental realities?
- Involvement
- Competence
- Hunt, Gather, Parent
- Autonomy
- It's a long game
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Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parenting
Topics included in this episode -
- Adverse Childhood Experiences
- Which generation experiences the most ACE's?
- Time pressure today
- Life is getting harder for a lot of us
- What does communicating online do to our brains?
Research articles mentioned
- Adverse Childhood Experiences Across Birth Generation and LGBTQ + Identity, Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, 2019
- Technologically-assisted communication attenuates inter-brain synchrony
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
- An update on Justin wanting to quit parenting
- Justin reads an email from a listener
- A surfing metaphor
- Kylie shares how she struggles to support Justin when he's having a hard time
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If you are a parent, how do you comfort your child after a major loss?
Topics included in this episode -
- Justin chats with Christine Layton form ABC Perth
- How we can talk to our kids about grief
- The emotion train
- What behaviours do grieving children exhibit?
- Acknowledge their pain
- Avoidance reinforces anxiety
- How to prepare a child for a funeral
- Shenton College's Facebook post
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How best to support your greiving child
Topics included in this episode -
- Kristy introduces herself & Feel The Magic
- 1/5 of children in Australia will lose a parent by the time they're 18
- Grief is isolating
- Camp Magic
- How children usually respond to grief
- How parents should respond to their child's grief
- Feel it to heal it
- Use your words intentionally
- Look after yourself & your grief
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about how to cope when your kids are fighting
Topics included in this episode -
- "Such a Good Dad" song
- How to help your kids navigate the conflict in healthy ways
- Teach them that high emotions = low intelligence
- Soft start ups
- If emotions are high, sort it out later
- The vicious circle
- Psychological distancing
- Problem solving
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Content warning - Parental discretion advised
Topics included in this episode -
- Is it risky to post photos of your children online in their school uniform?
- How often are these photos used in grooming & sexual extortion cases?
- How to post online safely
- Use appropriate privacy settings
- Do you know all of your 'friends' on social media?
- Have conversations very early around devices & social media
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
- School refusal is beginning again in the Coulson house
- Justin is tired & struggling with parenting right now
- Kylie is struggling with one of her daughters preparing to move out
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Should we be encouraging Valentine's Day traditions during childhood?
Topics included in this episode -
- Justin & Kylie share their childhood Valentine's Day memories
- The history of St Valentine's Day
- Should kids have a Valentine?
- Teaching children the art of expressing love
- The Coulson Valentine's Day tradition
- Inclusivity
- Consent
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What conversations should we be having with our kids at the start of the term?
Topics included in this episode -
- Geting into the mindset
- We are our child's primary educator
- Outsourcing education
- What are we teaching our kids?
- We're all on the same team
- What do we send our kids to school for?
- Is learning a competition?
- Learning is about relationships
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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 our business what other people think of us
- Be careful not to label your own child
- The emotion train analogy
- Separation anxiety
- Pre-arm your child
- Give them something to look forward to
- School avoidance
- How to Help when School Sucks
- School Refusal
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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-described misogynist Andrew Tate.
- A recent online spat with climate activist Greta Thunberg led to his arrest on human trafficking charges in Romania, after Tate left a clue to his location in one of the posts.
- Why are teenage boys resonating with the messages of Andrew Tate, and how can we respond as parents?
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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
- Justin's running with his girls
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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 the time to be stretching our kids
- Food safety
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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
- Is there a difference in body image issues between boys and girls?
- Beauty is heavily influenced by society
- Beauty has nothing to do with how someone looks
- How do we stop kids from losing their perception of true beauty?
- Be the role model for fun
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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 does the science say?
- Tutoring vs homework
- Kylie shares her thoughts on homework
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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 other parents
- Foster relationships
- Support their autonomy
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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 on a health journey
- A Coulson birthday party
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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 children.
- Renee is the founder of GoZen! - which helps kids with their emotional wellbeing.
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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 be doing?
- Follow your children's interest
- Relationships matter
- Should you let them change their mind?
- It's okay to push a little bit
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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
- Organise a play date before school starts
- Communicate extra needs with the teacher
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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Getting the routine right for school mornings
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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- What to do when you're kids say they're bored!
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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.
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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- When have things been best for your family?
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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- The simple things that make family life work
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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Tips on how to manage parent fatigue
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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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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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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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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Ways to make your day at the beach a totally epic summer experience!
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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Why forming positive habits, especially those with our kids and in our families is so important.
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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Ideas on how to motivate your kids and set goals as a family.
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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Broadcaster and author Madonna King about how daughters can thrive through time spent with their fathers.
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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Why putting pen to paper and journalling might help you to do life better in 2023.
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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Justin and Kylie discuss some ways they are going to be better parents in 2023.
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Justin announces the brand new Parenting ADHD course.
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Summer Series
Topics included in this episode -
- Dr Kaylene Henderson tells us what babies and young children need from us
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Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year from all of us at Happy Families!
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Justin & Kylie share their favourite Christmas movies
Topics included in this episode -
G rated options
- The Polar Express
- Klaus
- Arthur Christmas
- Elf
- Home Alone
- Santa Clause
Honourable (grown up) mentions
- Christmas Chronicles
- Bad Santa
- The Holiday
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Justin & Brad discuss an article released by the Oxford Internet Institute
Topics included in this episode -
- When should a parent be worried about their child's screen time?
- What are the warning signs?
- Impacted sleep
- Why are boys (in particular) so drawn into games and screens?
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Content warning. This episode is not meant for children's ears
Topics included in this episode -
- Justin & Kylie share 3 quick tips to embrace Christmas with your young children
- Traditions (even the accidental ones)
- Get excited
- The Christmas Book Flood
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Justin makes a special announcement.
A brand new course is being launched on January 18th 2023. Early bird special (only $99) finishes 31st December.
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Justin announces the brand new Parenting ADHD course.
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Justin and Kylie share 3 secrets for getting through the busiest time of the year.
Topics included in this episode -
- Being intentional
- Playing with the kids
- The power of 'no'
- People matter, things don't
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
- Justin is loving being in Holiday Mode
- Justin & Kylie manage a kid-free weekend away
- Kylie & her daughter had a petrol blunder
- People matter. Things don't.
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
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The latest news and updates in parenting, Justin and Kylie share 4 parenting stories.
Topics discussed in this episode
Michelle Obama - a story on parenting
Jason Gunn's genius parenting hack
Recent research on strict parenting
Controversial topic - mother v. father duties with a new baby
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Today's episode is taken from the Happy Families Bringing Up Boys Summit. Dr Arne Rubinstein is the author of The Making of Men, and discusses with Justin the idea of a boys “rite of passage”.
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about lying
Topics included in this episode -
Why do we lie?
Why do kids lie?
Lying is a developmental achievement
Theory of mind
What to do when they do lie
Focus on the relationship
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Esther Wojcicki has some pretty good bragging rights; she's raised two CEO's (including the CEO of Youtube) and a doctor. She recently wrote an article on the upbringing of her kids, and why they turned out "successful". But should we all be raising CEO's and doctors? That's the topic of discussion on today's Happy Families podcast. You can read the article here.
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
Justin's excited that school assemblies are almost over for the year
Justin & Kylie attend their daughter's Year 12 formal
Let the kids be themselves
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Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the moment
Justin's reading The Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie
Kylie's reading
That Sugar Book by Damon Gameau
The Girl You Left Behind by Jojo Moyes
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RCH Health Poll - Recognising anxiety in children
Topics discussed in this episode:
Parents report 50% of children aged three years and over are experiencing problems with anxiety, with 36% experiencing ‘somewhat of’ a problem and 14% experiencing a ‘big’ problem.
One in five children (19%) are anxious about attending school or kindergarten.
On average, parents recognise only half of the common signs and symptoms of mental health problems in children.
Only one in three parents are confident they could tell the difference between ‘normal’ worries in children and anxiety that might need professional help.
What are kids anxious about?
What is driving the increase in anxiety in kids?
What helps people be less anxious?
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Justin & Kylie answer a listeners question about chores & pocket money
Topics discussed in this episode:
Getting paid for chores is problematic
Frustration tolerance
Goal orientation
Capacity for responsibility
Undermining motivation
Rewards are ultimately a punishment
Kylie shares an object lesson
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Justin & Kylie discuss why sleep is so important
Topics discussed in this episode:
DadPod with Charlie Clausen and Osher Günsberg
Bike riding as a form of therapy
Teaching our kids to not be as tired as we are
Want to Raise Successful Kids? Neuroscience Says Teach Them This Crucial Brain Habit
Establish a regular bedtime
Sleep hygiene
Why is sleep so important?
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
5 weeks until Christmas
Justin & Kylie make space for a weekend away
Justin dealt with another case of school refusal with Miss 8
Unconditionality
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Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parenting
Topics included in this episode -
Kylie is having sugar withdrawals
Pros & cons of giving kids devices
Body image
Kids language skills are struggling
High quality communication is active
Research articles mentioned
“You’re damned if you do, you’re damned if you don’t”: a qualitative exploration of parent motives for provision of mobile screen devices in early childhood
Psychology experts urge social media giants to increase transparency around algorithms to protect users’ mental health
Screen Time of Preschool-Aged Children and Their Mothers, and Children’s Language Development
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Content warning - Parental disgression advised
Topics discussed in this episode:
ACCCE with the AFP
How is ACCCE different to the eSafety Commissioner?
How often is online sexual extortion happening?
What does it generally look like?
Are there any particular platforms that are worse than others?
Why are parents disengaged from their child's online activity?
How to prevent this from happening?
What to do once it has happened?
Avoid blame
Seek professional help
Do not pay the scammers
Response kit
Online child sexual exploitation (including sexual extortion) can be reported to the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE) www.accce.gov.au/report (Reports to the ACCCE are managed by specialist police in child protection, who are experienced in working with victims of online child sexual exploitation.) Online blackmail and sexual extortion response kit (attached), available here: https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/sites/default/files/2022-06/Online%20blackmail%20and%20sexual%20extortion%20response%20kit.pdf (Includes information about how to manage sexual extortion, what to look out for, how to get help) The AFP led education program, ThinkUKnow, has resources for parents, carers and educators to prevent online child sexual exploitation www.thinkuknow.org.au
A video from US organisation THORN that may be of interest - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yQ3fdttbUk
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Justin & Kylie discuss the pros and cons of teenagers getting a job
Topics discussed in this episode:
Should our kids get part-time jobs?
Justin & Kylie share about their first jobs
The pros and cons of kids getting jobs
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Justin and Kylie respond to a listener who is struggling with depression, anxiety and burnout. Topics discussed in this episode:
Taking control of the controllable
Practicing self care and compassion
Accepting help when its offered
Understanding that we can't do it all, especially in those early years of parenting
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
Justin & Kylie get a surprise guest in the middle of the day
What to do when there's not answer to your parenting problem
Even the parenting expert struggles sometimes
Two of the Coulson girls are having a hard time getting along
Kylie struggles to show compassion for her daughter in a particularly difficult moment
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In this episode Justin explains why he doesn't love the term Gentle Parenting
Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin wants to get Ryan Reynolds on the podcast
Justin & Kylie don't 'get the kids in trouble'
What to do instead
Emotional regulation
How to not add to your child's suffering
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On today's episode Justin and Kylie answer the question: "My daughter has been diagnosed with ADHD, autism and now dyslexia. How do you talk about a diagnosis with a child and how do you know if they can understand?"
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In this episode Justin speaks to Paul Dillon from Drug and Alcohol Research Training Australia about getting ready for the schoolies season. Find out more about Paul Dillon at the Drug and Alcohol Research Training Australia website.
Topics discussed in this episode:
The cons of letting your kids celebrate schoolies abroad
How safe are organised schoolies events?
Why schoolies is the last opportunity for parents to talk safety with their kids before they are legally adults
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Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parenting
Topics mentioned in this episode -
Machine learning uncovers the most robust self-report predictors of relationship quality across 43 longitudinal couples studies
The National Marriage Project
It's not who you're with, it's about the dynamic
Scott Stanley, Sliding vs Deciding
Perceived partner commitment
Appreciation
Level of sexual satisfaction
Perceived partner satisfaction
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
Justin had an accident involving his very fancy bike
The Coulson's home has become THE Halloween House
Kylie struggles with the bed time routine
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Dr Justin scours the internet for weird news in parenting
Topics mentioned in this episode -
This Psychologist Says Don't High-Five Kids And... Excuse Me, What?!
Justin's advice - High Five as many kids as possible!
Internal vs extrinsic motivation
Parents of boys age at a faster rate than those who have girls, claims study
WHY WE LONG FOR THE MOST DIFFICULT DAYS OF PARENTHOOD
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Dr Justin speaks with Dan Pink about the power of regret
Topics included in this episode -
The Power of Regret
Why do people say that they don't have regrets?
Your regrets say a lot about you as a person
Your regrets can inform your future decisions
Reframing regret
Inward, outward, forward
"Atleast"ing and "ifonly"ing
Dan's advice for time poor parents
Normalising the emotion of regret
Talk to your kids about your regrets
Dan shares some of his regrets
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Justin & Kylie discuss how parents can help motivate their kids to study
Topics included in this episode -
Kylie confesses to wagging school
Justin reads out his report card from Year 12
Justin shares how he turned things around for himself
There are always options
Say yes to everything until you're 40. Say no to almost everything after 40
Trust
Establish basic rules and parameters
Follow the energy
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Justin and Kylie discuss why we think we're boring now that we're parents, but that we're actually experiencing a heap of personal growth.
Topics included in this episode -
Kylie's friend who feels lost after becoming a mum
Ideas for creativity through those hard years when you feel exhausted
Why we keep growing all throughout life
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
Justin has an 'aha' moment
One of the Coulson girls has a hard time & Justin helps them through it
Emilie adopts a lizard
The Coulson's take a look at their family budget
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Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the moment
Justin's reading
Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid
A Kind of Magic by Anna Spargo-Ryan
Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention by Johann Hari
Kylie's reading
We Are Wolves by Katrina Nannestad
What Happened to You? by Oprah Winfrey, Dr Bruce Perry
The Book of Dreams by Nina George
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Helping families find the right help for their mental health challenges.
Topics included in this episode -
How to get the help you need
Finding the right GP
Involve the kids
Get the kids outside
Get back to basics
What happens when you can't afford to get help?
Mental health care plan
Involve school teachers
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Today's podcast is all about recognising where you are on the parental burnout scale. Kylie takes the Parental Burnout Assessment - and you can do an online version here.
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The speaker lineup includes:
Dr Justin Coulson | Love, Limits & Laughter | 10am AEDT
Amy Taylor Kabbaz | Mama Rising | 11am AEDT
Trish Purnell-Webb | Creating a Strong Relationship With Your Partner | 12pm AEDT
Ian Kerner | Tell Me About The Last Time You Had Sex | 1pm AEDT
Michaeleen Doucleff | Hunt, Gather, Parent | 2pm AEDT
Shefali Tsabary | The Awakened Family | 3pm AEDT
Wally Goddard | How to Discipline with Love & Laughter | 4pm AEDT
Chelsea Pottenger | Stress management | 5pm AEDT
Jessica Rowe | The Art of Being a Crap Housewife | 6pm AEDT
Amanda Keller | Having Fun When Your Life Is a Hot Mess | 7pm AEDT
Dr Justin Coulson | Bonus Q&A | 8pm AEDT
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Top 5 solutions for dealing with anxiety at home
Topics included in this episode -
Defining what anxiety is
Experiencing anxiety vs a chronic anxiety disorder
609 Parenting & Mental Illness: A Discussion With Anna Spargo-Ryan
Solutions
Quality of the attachment relationship between parents & children
Other connections/relationships
Help them to lean in
Being outside
Service/volunteering
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics 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
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Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parenting
Topics 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
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Anxiety in kids transitioning from Primary to High School
Topics 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?
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about dealing with the disruption of a move
Topics 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
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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
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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 heightened conversation with one of their daughters
Parenting adult children
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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?
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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
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 Foundation
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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
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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
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
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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 half birthdays
The Coulson's have a street breakfast
School refusal in the Coulson house & not the usual suspect
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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.
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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 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 Magic
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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.
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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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During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests
Today's guest is Chelsea Pottenger.
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During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests
Today's guest is Amy Taylor-Kabbaz.
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During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests
Today's guest is Daniel Pink.
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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)
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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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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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During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests
Today's guest - Sex Therapist, Ian Kerner
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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 get to bed
Jo's 3 main concerns with sleep training
Jo's advice to the tired and sleep-exhausted parent
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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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During the school holidays we'll be sharing memories from interviews with Justin's favourite guests
Today's guest - Kylie Coulson, Mrs Happy Families
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Someone in the Coulson household has a chocolate addiction
The Coulson family go on a family bike ride
Movie night at the Coulson house turns into an anatomy lesson
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Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parenting
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
The importance of play
Strong social networks
Quality of friendships & relationships
20% of mothers experience PPD
Responsiveness
Self soothing
Connectedness & involvement during adolescence
Articles mentioned in this episode
Pre-school play with friends lowers risk of mental health problems later
How mothers calm their distressed infants with soothing signals
Follow the leader: Maternal transmission of physiological regulatory support to distressed infants in real-time.
Helping babies to sleep more
Effect of the INSIGHT Firstborn Parenting Intervention on Secondborn Sleep
Mother and Father Connectedness and Involvement During Early Adolescence
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Sharon shares her traumatic experience as a patient, who also happened to be a midwife
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Patient dismissal
Birth trauma
20-48% of women describe their births as traumatic
What qualifies as birth trauma?
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about their tween daughter
Topics discussed:
3 basic psychological needs - Relatedness, Competence & Control
Seeing your child as a person vs only seeing their problems
Correction & directions vs connection
Competence needs to be satisfied
Explore, explain, empower
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In today's podcast, Justin and Kylie look at a recent article in Forbes magazine, about navigating the world of social media with your teen or tween. Topics discussed in today's podcast:
You can fence the pool but you can't fence the ocean.
Four styles of parenting and pros and cons when it comes to teens, tweens and social media.
Three things you need to remember when you discuss social media with your kids.
Staying across the apps and tech so we can have real conversations with the kids.
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In I'll Do Better Tomorrow, Justin and Kylie look back on the week that was and reflect on their parenting wins and losses.
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Book Week is hard work!
Kids spell love T.I.M.E
Letting our kids be themselves
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Today is R U OK? Day, and did you know that building hope in our kids is one of the most important things we can do as parents? So in today's podcast, Justin and Kylie discuss ways that we can build hope and some of the ways that we can hold onto hope.
Topics discussed:
The three facets of hope: Having goals, having a pathway to reach those goals and belief in yourself.
Things that can cause us to lose hope.
Justin and Kylie's list for how we can build and hold onto hope.
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Today on the podcast, Dr Justin chats with Gus Worland ahead of R U OK? Day tomorrow. Gus is an Australian TV and radio personality and is the founder of the Gotcha4Life Foundation - which delivers what Gus calls 'mental fitness' programs to engage, educate and empower communities, on the way to their vision of zero suicides. Topics discussed in this episode:
Mental Fitness, and why we need to seek help from those around us.
Raising our hands for help on the beach or in the car park, rather than waiting until we're drowning before raising our hands.
Using technology to check in on those we love.
Formalising who 'your village' is - the people that you can't live without, and work hard on the relationships within the village.
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This week is Child Protection Week, so today on the podcast Justin speaks with Act for Kids CEO, Dr Katrina Lines. Dr Lines is a registered psychologist and child protection advocate, and has been involved in numerous national taskforces advocating for the rights of children. In particular, this conversation touches on the new 'Get Comfy' initiative, where Act for Kids are encouraging families to start having conversations with their children about sex, body, consent, and relationships. It comes off the back of research that has found that Australians feel underprepared when it comes to real-life experiences.
Topics discussed in this podcast:
Some of the 'Get Comfy' research findings, including the fact that 1 in 3 Australians never received sex education at school, and over half of all Aussies aren't comfortable talking to their parents about sex and intimacy.
Consent, and why this needs to be a focus in sex education and conversations about intimacy.
Ways in which your family could introduce age appropriate conversations about our bodies.
The problem with adolescents getting most of their sex-ed from porn, and why this needs to change
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One of the most common questions in our podcast inbox is how to make the couple relationship stronger, and navigating bumps along the road. On today's podcast Justin and Kylie discuss a recent relationship 'wipeout'.
Topics discussed in this podcast:
Why surfing with the boys caused issues between Justin and Kylie
Ways to get over these wipeouts that can so easily occur in relationships
Owning your issues and trying to see things from your partner's perspective
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In lieu of the normal weekly reflection that takes place on a Friday, Justin and Kylie turn their attention to Father's Day, with a reflection on what fatherhood means. Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Why Justin doesn't like presents on Father's Day.
Justin's Lightning Round - answering Kylie's questions about his fatherhood journey.
Is Justin really that funny after all? The kids have their say.
Dad jokes
The influence and importance of fathers and father figures.
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In the lead-up to Father's Day, Justin is talking to some of the most interesting dads around! Today on the podcast we hear from James Breakwell who is a comedy writer, dad to four daughters, and tweets to his 1 million plus followers on Twitter under the handle of @XplodingUnicorn.
Topics discussed on this podcast:
Seeing the funny side of parenting
James' parenting style
What his kids think of his internet career
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This week on the podcast Justin is talking to some of Australia's most interesting dads. Today's podcast features a great chat with David Campbell, who's a platinum-selling recording artist, the host of Today Extra, an author and has even done cabaret in New York! He's also the dad to three kids, including a set of twins, and is the son of legendary Aussie singer, Jimmy Barnes. Topics discussed in this podcast:
David's family of origin and childhood experiences
His journey as a father
Not repeating the mistakes of our parents
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Justin speaks with Osher Gunsberg about what life is like for him, as a dad.
Topics included in this episode:
Helping kids to regulate their emotions
Understanding our kid's development and how that helps us to parent better
Osher answers 10 Dad questions
What Osher enjoys the most about being a dad
Advice he would give himself as a new dad
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Justin speaks with Justin Rouillon on the Bluey's Brisbane Podcast
Topics included in this episode:
What makes Bandit a great Dad
Having kids means your life is not going to be efficient
The 'Dumb Dad' in pop culture
Imaginative & creative play
Is Bandit a good representation of the modern Dad?
Bluey's schooling experience
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time.
Topics included in this episode:
Justin reads an email from a listener about mums & social media
Kylie receives a hand written letter
Two of the Coulson girls struggle in their relationship together
Justin has been surfing. A lot.
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Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the moment
Kylie's reading
Minding Frankie by Maeve Binchy
When Grace Went Away by Meredith Appleyard
Rex by Cathleen Lewis
The Boy, The Mole, The Fox & The Horse by Charlie Mackesy
Justin's reading
Working Class Boy by Jimmy Barnes
Working Class Man by Jimmy Barnes
Time Wise by Amantha Imber
Raised by Animals by Jennifer L. Verdolin
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Content warning - the topics discussed in this episode may not be suitable for children
Topics included in this episode:
Sleep divorce
Sharing The Covers by Wendy Troxel
Why couples choose to sleep apart
Sleep disorders
Active decision vs reactive strategy
We spend a third of our lives asleep
The impact of sleep loss
Sleep and sex
Justin reads out some Facebook responses
Disadvantages to a sleep divorce
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Justin chats with his builder and helps make his family happier
Topics included in this episode:
Meet Carl the builder
Carl has a house full of teenagers
School refusal
What is 'bad behaviour'?
Our children are not out to get us
Is it okay to 'reward' kids after 'bad behaviour'?
Is it okay to walk away when conversations come to a head?
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What to do after a tantrum/meltdown/blowup
Topics included in this episode:
Being kind and soft does not reinforce bad behaviour
Repair after rupture
Create positive self talk
Give the kids some space
Power struggles
Acknowledge their feelings
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time.
Topics included in this episode:
Kylie's been selling on Facebook Marketplace
Coulson Family Meeting
What went well, What didn't, What we're gonna do about it
Kylie slept through the Family Meeting
Kylie gets a sweet compliment from the littlest Coulson
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Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parenting
Topics included in this episode:
Effects of Limiting Recreational Screen Media Use on Physical Activity and Sleep in Families With Children
When parents reduce their screen time, kids are more physically active
To what extent does confounding explain the association between breastfeeding duration and cognitive development up to age 14?
Breastfeeding duration associated with cognition
Kids that are breastfed tend to score higher on cognitive tests
Physical abuse less likely when spanking is eliminated
The association between spanking and physical abuse of young children in 56 low- and middle-income countries
If we can remove smacking from our communities, we can reduce physical abuse by 30%
New research challenges established ideas about infant crying
The cry curve
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Justin interviews Eloise Germic about her research around social media and parents
Topics included in this episode:
The Impact of Instagram Mommy Blogger Content on the Perceived Self-Efficacy of Mothers
How the content we view online impacts how we see ourselves
How social media influences parents
The Alpha mum
The results to the study were surprising
Media literacy
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about telling our kids they're beautiful
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Should we tell our kids that they're beautiful?
Renee Engeln - Beauty Sick
Justin shares some ideas from his book Miss-Connection
Teach your daughters about media/Photoshop/magazines/models
Try not focusing on appearance when you bump into a friend
Focus on your child's inner strengths/beauty
"Instead of watching what goes into our kid's mouths, we should watch what comes out of ours." - James Corden
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Justin & Kylie discuss tonight's webinar on building listening in your kids.
Topics included in this episode:
Magpies are back!
Why don't kids listen?
Tips to help kids follow instructions
Justin's story from when his daughter ignores him
These days "compliance" is a dirty word in the parenting blogosphere. For many people compliance means that a parent is a demanding authoritarian, expecting children to follow orders regardless of preferences otherwise. Compliance connotes coercion and intrusiveness. Tonight's Happy Families webinar is all about what to do when the kids just won't listen! Sometimes they just have to buckle up in the car. They actually should swim between the flags, wear shoes while riding a scooter, and stop throwing knives at their brother! These are safety issues. And they matter. And sometimes the table does need to be cleared, the school bag put away, or the stinky sports gear placed in the laundry basket. It’s called being part of the family and learning to do your part. So what do we do when our kids “won’t listen” and it actually does matter? Find more details and register for tonight's What To Do When Kids Won't Listen webinar here.
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time.
Topics included in this episode:
Audience feedback from episodes #568, #566, #565
Big feelings and emotional overload
High emotions, low intelligence
Neuroscience
Child safety around adults, strangers and those well-known
Child abduction
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Justin & Kylie share their moments of regret
Topics included in this episode:
Justin is using his phone less
What moments would you take back and do differently?
Parenting out of fear
The first law of holes
Advantages of regret
It improves our decision making
Regrets deepen meaning
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A book for soon-to-be, 2nd or 3rd time Dad's!
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Justin announces his brand new book - Dad's Guide to Pregnancy For Dummies
Kylie interviews Justin
What did Justin add to the book?
Consent during/after pregnancy
Birth partners
What Justin hopes readers will take away from the book
What Justin wishes he knew as a new Dad
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How to know if you should move schools
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
When schools don't deliver on their promises
Reputation, Results & Resources
Fun, Friends & Philosophy
Quality of your relationship with your child
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Things Justin & Kylie are intentionally doing differently than their parents
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
We hear from some members of the public about how they parent differently to their parents
Justin & Kylie discuss how they parent differently
Things Justin & Kylie are intentionally doing differently than their parents
How parenting has changed over time
How to have the "Was I a good parent?" conversation with your parents
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Justin reads out some emails with feedback from last week's episode
Kylie continues to struggle with Miss 8's school refusal
Kylie has a heartwarming conversation with one of her adult children
Miss 8 finds a bird
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Are your kids pushing your buttons? How to take back your power.
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Children 'pushing our buttons'
Understand your own buttons/triggers
HALTS
We have to look after ourselves
Unmet needs
WIN - Wonder, Imagine, Notice
Recruit the kids to your team
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Justin speaks with Madonna King about the pressures our teen kids are facing
Topics included in this episode:
Madonna King - L Platers
The age that teens are asked to choose their senior subjects
Curiosity being stifled in schools
Mental health concerns due to work load in school
Perfectionism
We have to let them fail
University isn't the be-all and end-all
University is for adults, not children
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Content warning - Some coarse language. May not be appropriate for small children
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Justin & Kylie respond to a listener's question about swearing
How should parents respond when their children swear?
Words have power
Why are your children swearing?
HALTS
474 The Art of Insubordination With Todd Kashdan
“Profanity is the effort of a feeble brain to express itself forcibly.” - Spencer W. Kimball
Justin & Kylie's top tips -
Explain what the words mean
Discuss the importance of the consideration of others
Emotion coaching
Be mindful of the content your children are exposed to
Never accept abuse
Recognise that habits are hard to break
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Justin & Kylie debunk the myth that parents are responsible for their kid's happiness Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Myth - It's our job to make our kids happy
Things that could go wrong if you think it's your job to make your kids happy -
You're going to make short sighted decisions
It's impossible to satisy their craving for happiness
It's a heavy burden to carry
We set them up to fail
Nobody can make you feel good
What ARE we responsible for?
Teaching them to find their own happiness
Happiness isn't in the search for it
How to understand their emotions
Teach them how to have positive relationships
Teach them how to do hard things
Teach them to be responsible for their own emotions
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It's that time of the week where Justin and Kylie reflect on the week that was, what they did right and what they got wrong.
Also up for discussion was:
Why parents may be choosing Minions over Lightyear
The encouraging feedback Justin received from listeners
Staying calm and listening to your heart
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This week Justin & Kylie will be debunking some parenting myths
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Myth 5 - You should be able to continue your lifestyle after having children
Myth 6 - Kids should fall into your pre-kids lifestyle
Myth 7 - You will love and connect with your baby instantly
Myth 8 - Teenagers are stupid
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How we can help our children become better learners
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
529 The Growth Mindset with James Anderson
Learnership
Mindset - fixed vs growth.
Lifelong learners
Finding and following your strengths
Choosing what you want to become
Learning zones
Comfort zone - easy things you haven't done yet
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This week Justin & Kylie will be debunking some parenting myths
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Myth 3 - Can you be friends with your kids?
Myth 4 - Can you tell whether someone is a good parent by how good their kids turn out?
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This week Justin & Kylie will be debunking some parenting myths
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
What does it mean to be a good parent?
Each child brings a new parenting challenge
Parenting teaches you a lot about yourself
How do we measure our success as a parent?
Myth 1 - Being a good parent means to self-sacrifice
Myth 2 - If you're a good parent you'll put your kids before your spouse
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Justin had a very difficult parenting week
Kylie had a chance to spend some quality time with friends
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Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the moment
Topics discussed in today's podcast: Kylie's reading
Mama Rising - Amy Taylor-Kabbaz
The Anatomy of Peace - The Arbinger Institute
Justin's reading
Malibu Rising - Taylor Jenkins Reid
The Art of Insubordination - Todd B. Kashdan
Act Natural - A Cultural History of Misadventures in Parenting - Jennifer Traig
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Justin & Amantha discuss her new book Timewise
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Amantha shares how she came up with the idea for her new book, Timewise
A clever technique to stop you picking up your phone so much
Building healthy habits
Learning how to say no
A physical device that helps curb phone usage
Amantha's first podcast ep with us - #379 How I Work with Amantha Imber Amantha's podast - How I Work with Amantha Imber Amantha's new book - Timewise
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Why Dad's are angry and what they can do about it
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
WHY IS DAD SO MAD?
Raising Raffi: The First Five Years
Defining what it means to be a man
Self discovery
Parenting is about you, not about your kids
Anger management
Tips To Tame Anger
The mantra - Be calm and kind
Speak softly
Speak to your angry self in the 3rd person
Channel your inner mental mentor
Do the opposite
Seek professional help
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Ways that we can help our children find joy
Topics discussed in today's podcast: How to refill your child's joy tank
Understand their sources of joy
Connection
Play
Break the routine
Get them to do hard things
Artistic endeavours
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
How is parenting like playing the piano?
Justin shares some of his experiences with his daughters this week
Spend time with the kids
Kylie shares about dealing with school refusal
Sometimes it's worth pushing through the hard
Get out of your kids way and allow them some autonomy
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Ways that we can help our children find joy
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Kylie is training for a 10km run
"People say parenting is the hardest job in the world - they're wrong - growing up is. We all just forget how hard it was." - Draco Malfoy
How to refill your child's joy tank
Understand their sources of joy
Connection
Listen to the podcast on Monday for the rest of the list!
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The best ways to teach your kids about money
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Learn more about the KIT app
Where is the best place for kids to learn about money?
Financial literacy vs financial capability
Financial socialisation
Delayed gratification
Online games & marketing tactics
Gambling
Are parents feeling equipped to teach their kids about money?
Talk about money
Give your kids hands on experience with money
Looks for ways to collaborate with your kids
Find KIT on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about teaching values & respecting differences
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
All families are different
Spend time with people whose values and lifestyles are different to our own
Racism and body confidence issues
Create some perspective taking and some empathy
If you want your daughter to love her body, you have to love yours
Celebrate what your body can do
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Is your anxiety having an impact on how you raise your kids?
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
We're seeing an increase in anxiety
What is anxiety?
Anxiety is necessary and natural
Proportionate vs unproportionate anxiety
Emotional contagion
High emotions - low intelligence
Helpful tips -
Learn your triggers
Model stress tolerance
Explain our anxiety
Make a plan
Ask for help from your support network
Set boundaries
Under pressure we revert to our most practiced habit
Create mindful practices
Research review: the relation between child and parent anxiety and parental control: a meta-analytic review
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Highlights from episode - #191 Dark Horses With Todd Rose
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Highlights from episode - #211 We Don't Need To Know Everything with Susan Engel
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Highlights from episode - #264 The Gift of Failure with Jessica Lahey Part 2
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Highlights from episode - #237 Lenore Skenazy - Meet the World's Worst Mum
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Highlights from episode - #249 Best of - Discipline, Punishment & Rewards with Dr Alfie Kohn
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Highlights from episode - #294 Generation Alpha with Mark McCrindle
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Highlights from episode - #324 Fully Human with Steve Biddulph
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Highlights from episode - #329 Tricky Behaviours with Andrew Fuller
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Highlights from episode - #344 Introducing Wally Goddard
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Highlights from episode - #379 How I Work with Amantha Imber
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics 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"
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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
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How parents are coping post Covid
Topics 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
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Why do kids refuse to go to school and how can we help them?
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
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
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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 Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au
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 Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au
Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parenting
Topics 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
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Justin & Kylie discuss helping our children develop resilience
Topics 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
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about how to parent twins
Topics 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
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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
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics 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
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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
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"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 podcast
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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
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Topics 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
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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
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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
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How to support a child with depression
Topics 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
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Habits of healthy relationships
Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Make time
Laughter
Honour the other
Encourage positive illusions
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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
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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
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How to be happier as a parent
Topics 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
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Speech & language milestones & what to do if your child isn't quite reaching them
Topics 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 shortage
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Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about screen time limits
Topics 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?
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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
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode:
Intentional reflection
Justin struggles with isolation while having Covid
Kylie shares a story about a Scout raft building competition
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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!
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The cost of raising a family and what you can do about it
Topics 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
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Justin answers a listener's question about toddlers sharing time between two homes
Topics 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
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Justin shares a sneak peek into tonight's webinar Carrots & Sticks
Topics 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
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics 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
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Justin discusses some recent studies about mindfulness
Topics 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 Model Prenatal mindfulness program improves stress response in infants
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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 Pendergast Find Kirra Pendergast on Safe on Social Episode with Kristen Jenson - #458 Porn Proofing Your Kids - An Interview With Kristen Jenson
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The positives & negatives of homeschooling vs the traditional schooling system
Topics 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
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What to do when we start to notice our worst traits coming out in our kids
Topics 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
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics 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
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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
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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
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Vaping… why are our kids doing it and what we can do about it.
Topics discussed in this episode:
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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A special Anzac day episode with Dr Justin Coulson. Lest we forget.
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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
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What parents can do to encourage their children to manage their own risks
Topics 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?
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Justin speaks with associate Professor Jenet Erickson
Topics 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
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There has been a push recently for the teaching of resilience in schools - but should teachers be forced to teach wellness and psychology in the classroom? Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Why the home is the best place for teaching resilience and some tips for parents
Being flexible, goals, values and circumstances
The importance of parents being hope builders
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Highlights from episode #137 Punishment & Rewards with Alfie Kohn
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Highlights from episode #119 What Does Free Diving & Parenting Have In Common? (Featuring Ant Williams)
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Highlights from episode #128 Self Control Can Be A Learned Behaviour (Featuring Ethan Kross)
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Highlights from episode #270 Maggie Dent on Raising Boys Part 2
First conversation with Maggie - #269 Maggie Dent on Raising Boys Part 1 For more information on Maggie Dent and her book From Boys to Men
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Highlights from episode #319 The A to Z of Feelings with Andrew Fuller Andrew Fuller's new book The A to Z of Feelings
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Highlights from episode #324 Fully Human with Steve Biddulph
Learn more about Steve Biddulph and his new book Fully Human
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Highlights from episode #339 Jeremy Macvean Founder of The Fatherhood
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Highlights from episode #344 Introducing Wally Goddard
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20% of our days are allocated to leisure
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354 Susie O'Brien - Half-Arsed Parenting
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A conversation with an aussie icon (Mem Fox) Topics discussed in this episode: Justin asks Mem Fox some small but insightful questions about her experiences in motherhood
124 Conversation With an Aussie Icon (Featuring Mem Fox)
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Matt Tyler is our special guest on this episode ahead of the Happy Families Bringing Up Boys Summit on Wednesday April 6. Matt Tyler is Executive Director of The Men’s Project at Jesuit Social Services working with a team committed to intervening earlier to prevent violence, mental ill-health and other harmful behaviours among boys and men. The Man Box is the first comprehensive study that focuses on the attitudes to manhood and the behaviours of young Australian men aged 18 to 30. The Man Box is a set of beliefs within and across society that place pressure on men to be a certain way – to be tough; not to show any emotions; to be the breadwinner, to always be in control, use violence to solve problems; and to have many sexual partners. Get your ticket to the Bringing Up Boys Summit here. Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time. Topics discussed in this episode:
Some April fools jokes
Dr Justin's clothing mishap
Kylie's experience taking things too seriously
Lighten up
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Justin & Kylie discuss a listener's question about how to talk to your kids about family members and friends who are deep into conspiracy theories, Topics discussed in this episode:
How can we talk to our kids about family members and friends who are deep into conspiracy theories
How can we encourage our kids to have respectful relationships with family members with differing views and not take their opinions on board
Get curious, not furious
Kylie shares her 5 tips on what to discuss with your kids
Justin shares his tips on having conversational boundaries with family members and friends without hurting the relationship
How pivoting the conversation can help
Reminding your kids that you're a safe space for them if they want to debrief or unpack conversations that made them feel uncomfortable
374 Getting Back to School After COVID with Michael Parker
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How do we raise children who are independent, critical thinkers while also fitting in?
Topics included in this episode:
Justin speaks with Todd Kashdan about his new book
"We want our youth to be compelling - likeability plus confidence."
Instilling values
Basketball free throws
Losing while you stick to your principles is better than winning by taking the shortcuts
Stereotyped, non-conforming behaviour
Masculinity and insubordination
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Why Kids Who 'Talk Back' Grow Up To Be Better Adults Topics included in this episode:
Article mentioned - Why Kids Who 'Talk Back' Grow Up To Be Better Adults
Kylie was a compliant child. Justin was not. His family encouraged speaking up for yourself.
"the inability to say "No" — the inability to set personal boundaries — is one of the most common, insidious causes of human suffering." - Clinical psychologist Kelly M. Flanagan
Our job as parents is to teach them how to say no and push back effectively
Get curious, not furious
Kids need to be able to practice being heard
Kids need to know that we trust them
Acknowledge that your children have preferences
Come into the conversation with compassion
If our children don't feel safe saying 'no' to us, who else are they going to have trouble saying 'no' to?
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Are we being too soft on kids these days?
Topics included in this episode:
Kylie takes Miss 7 to an activity, which results in a large meltdown but ends sweetly
Labelling their feelings
Understanding their development better
Emotional regulation
High emotions = low intelligence
Name it to tame it
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time. Topics included in this episode:
Check out Lisa Damour's books
Kylie has started one-on-one walks with her girls
Justin shares a story from his book What Your Child Needs From You
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Justin & Kylie share about how they manage their family. Topics discussed in this episode:
Weekly couples meeting, weekly family meeting & quarterly couples immersion.
How to get your partner on the same page.
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During COVID some fascinating things have happened when it comes to the work life of parents. Jenet Erickson is an associate professor at Brigham Young University whose research is all about the distinct contribution of parents in children's development. She is also a research fellow at the Institute for Family Studies in the US, and recently published an article there called The Work Family Reset in Post-COVID America. Her research into maternal and child wellbeing has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, U.S. News and World Report and the Today Show.
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"What if the rewards of having children are different from, and deeper, than happiness?" Topics included in this episode:
It's scientifically proven that when children are born, parent's happiness decreases
Justin & Kylie discuss how they felt after becoming parents & their levels of happiness
All Joy and No Fun: The Paradox of Modern Parenthood
"What if the rewards of having children are different from, and deeper, than happiness?"
Children improve our Life Satisfaction
Meaning & purpose
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Content warning - this episode includes topics that are not suitable for children Today on the podcast we're addressing a recent question on the Happy Families Facebook page about siblings 'experimenting'. This question created differing responses from people who have been in this situation - so how should we respond?
Miranda Bain is the Therapy Services Director at Act for Kids; a psychologist who works to help children and families going through abuse and trauma.
Miranda has practiced in the USA as well as Australia and New Zealand, and since moving to Australia has focused on the impact of abuse and trauma on children. Actively addressing the impact of pornography and online sexual imagery on the sexual development of children is a particular area of interest.
Act for Kids is a for-purpose organisation that delivers evidence-led professional therapy and support services to children and families who have experienced or are at risk of harm.
Find out more about Act for Kids Education Services here.
Learn more about True's school programs here.
Information about the Australian Childhood Foundation can be found here.
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time.
Topics discussed in this episode:
The Coulson girls start at a new school
Miss 7 is struggling with all the changes
Kylie had a win
Justin had a loss that turned into a teaching moment for him
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“When you criticise your child, they don’t stop loving you. They stop loving themselves.”
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Content warning - this episode may not be appropriate for children to listen to Topics discussed in this episode:
TikTok's algorithm
Kirra explains the kind of content our children are viewing on TikTok
Teens & their desire to be TikTok famous
The danger of online predators
TikTok's terms & conditions
Parents, educate yourselves on TikTok and how it works
Know how to block & report and teach it to your children
Look through your children's followers list and make sure they personally know them
Clean your children's feed
Click here to read Julie Jargon's Washington Post article about teen girls posting risqué videos on Tik Tok. Find out more about Kirra at the Safe on Social website.
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In this short and sweet episode Justin reminds us that connection is key, and that kids spell love T.I.M.E. Register for the free 'Can We Talk About Boys?' webinar. Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.
In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss some common Dutch parenting styles that can help make children more self-reliant. You can read the article about Dutch parenting that was mentioned in the episode here. Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our 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 podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie are struggling with finding their new home
Justin geeks out and shares a metaphor about space shuttles and committing
Kylie shares a sweet moment with Miss 7 on the beach
Provide your kids with opportunities to brainstorm & collaborate
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It's official, Australia's most bogan baby names for 2022 have been revealed in a news.com.au article. Now we are not judging or shaming anyone - we are just reporting what news.com.au have printed. If you want to check out the full list of 2022's most bogan baby names you can do that here. There is some science around unusual names and what that does to your child's chances of success in life, so Justin will unpack what that could look like.
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Today Justin and Kylie have a chat about something that blew up on the socials. When we shared the video on the Happy Families page, it blew up with some people being so happy while others were so upset about what was going on. It was the video of a little girl pouring juice but making a big mess! But it was also a video about giving a child the opportunity to grow; often it's through making those mistakes, and making the big mess that goes along with it a real difference. You can watch the video here. Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our 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 podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.
Proofing our kids against pornography
Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin speaks with Kristen Jenson about porn proofing our kids
Kids will see porn at some point - they need to be prepared
When do we need to start the conversation?
soonerissafer
Recognise a bad picture, understand that it's harmful & have a plan.
Start with simple definitions
The universal agreement that pornography is harmful for children
Defend Young Minds Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today's Young Kids Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.: A Simple Plan to Protect Young Minds Or they can be purchased via the Focus on the Family New Zealand website: GPBP: https://family.org.nz/product/good-pictures-bad-pictures/ Jr: https://family.org.nz/product/good-picture-bad-pictures-jr/ My Kid Saw Porn—Now What?
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Content warning - this episode may not be suitable for children Topics included in this episode:
Justin & Kylie sit down with their kids once a month to discuss intimacy
Encourage the kids to ask questions
If you're confident, they'll have condfidence in you
Emphasise the positives
The most important conversation - consent
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin shares some kind feedback that came through from a listener
One of the Coulson daughters successfully manages on her own during the floods
The Coulson's are preparing to sell their home
Equip your kids
Let kids be kids
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Weighing up the positives & negatives of vaccinating our children against Covid19
Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin speaks with Professor Alison McMillann, Officer for the Commonwealth Department of Health
Why are parents hesitant to vaccinate their children agaisnt Covid19?
Misinformation
Impact on fertility
If kids don't get sick from Covid, why do we need to vaccinate them?
Statistics of adverse reactions to the vaccine
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Justin speaks with Julie Inman Grant From the Australian eSafety Commission
Topics discussed in this episode:
Kids aged 9-12 are reporting sending nude images
What does the Australian eSafety Commissioner do?
Prevention, Protection & Proactive Change
User empowerment tools
Disenfranchised grief
Talk early, talk often, be present, teach them to block/mute, don't take away devices as punishment
Set parental controls
Have your children use their devices in open areas of the home
Digital resilience
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Have your kids been seeing the images coming out of Ukraine and wondering what is going on, and if they are safe? In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss how to respond to our kids when they have questions about the war.
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Justin & Kylie discuss weaponised incompetence In this episode, they discuss:
What is weaponised incompetence (or strategic incompetence)
Justin's mum's advice
Justin & Kylie share their own weaponised incompetencies
3 ways to overcome legitimate weaponised incompetence
Click here to read the Huffington Post article
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie struggled through a difficult weekend with some little people with big feelings
We need to remember to be kind to ourselves
Force creates resistance
High emotions = low intelligence
Why being a parenting expert sucks sometimes
Justin feels a little under the microscope
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One of the most important parts of your child's day - sleep! Topics discussed in this episode:
University of Houston study - In your face: Children’s expressions tell the story of poor sleep
How much sleep to kids of different ages need?
How can we optimise their sleep?
Sleep hygiene
Quality vs quantity
The importance of waking up at the same time every day
Take the pressure off your teenagers
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Are screens really as bad for our kids as we think they are? In this episode, they discuss:
Justin & Brad discuss an article released by the Oxford Internet Institute
Brad shares the number one piece of advice - think of screens holisticly
Does limiting screen time work?
What kind vs how much
The most common complaint from parents - sleep & money
Gambling online
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Justin & Kylie answer a question from a listener about how to allow our adult children to leave the nest
Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie talk us through their experience with having their oldest child leave the family home
As adults, we need to remember what it was like to be a maturing teen & what it was that we needed from our parents
Parents need to let go of the control to decrease anxiety in both the parent & the maturing child
Learn to let go from the very beginning
Parents need to provide the scaffolding to allow their childen to make safe choices
Justin reads an excerpt from his book Miss-Connection
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Justin and Kylie discuss two hot schooling topics - homework and school hours. You can read Justin's homework letter here. Click here to read Rebecca Sparrow's Facebook post about homework. You can read an article about the potential change to NSW school hours here.
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time In this episode, they discuss:
Kylie's reading Atlas Of The Heart by Dr Brené Brown
Positive emotions disappear quickly and gratitude helps us relive those moments
Kylie shares an experience with one of their daughters
Justin helps Kylie through a tricky experience with their youngest daughter
The Coulson's got adventurous over the weekend
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In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss:
Forgiveness, apologies and holding grudges
Theory of Mind - understanding other peoples thoughts and beliefs in order to then understand their behaviour
Helping children to apologise
Justin's 4-Step Apology
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The biggest mistakes typical families make when their kids are being fussy In this episode, they discuss:
What are the main reasons for why kids become picky eaters?
Is there an age where we should expect pickiness?
Is there an age where we can expect kids to get over their pickiness?
The biggest mistakes typical families make when their kids are being fussy - Pressure, comparison, worry.
"When the joy goes out of eating, nutrition suffers."
Top 3 solutions - 1. Trust. 2. Never back kids into a corner. 3. Provide opportunities for kids to explore food
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Justin speaks with Michael Gross from Parenting Ideas
In this episode, they discuss:
What was parenting like in the early 90's?
What Michael is most proud of in his parenting career
Justin & Michael share a huge announcement
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Trigger Warning - This episode discusses nudity in adults and children. The conversation does not address abuse, however, we understand that this discussion may be sensitive for some of our listeners. Justin and Kylie discuss if it's okay to be naked in front of the kids. Topics included in this podcast:
Kylie shares more about her 'Pink Lunchbox' tradition for Valentines Day
Justin and Kylie discuss when is nude too rude
Respecting your kid's boundaries and talking to them about privacy, consent and body safety
Teaching kids that bodies of all shapes and sizes are natural, normal and healthy
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Justin and Kylie review what went well or not so well from this week. In this episode, they discuss:
Watch what you say around your kids
First day at school
Acknowledging your kids' fears
Justin creates drama at home
Endings matter
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In this episode Justin and Kylie talk through some of the topics that will be discussed on tonight's 'Better Together' webinar. The webinar starts at 7pm Queensland time and 8pm for those in New South Wales and Victoria. 'Better Together' is free for Happy Families members or can be purchased for $30. Discover more about the 'Better Together' webinar. Find out more about becoming a Happy Families member.
Justin speaks with Dr Catherine Ball about Girls, technology and looking towards the future.
In this episode, they discuss:
Gender equality and representation
What parents can do to help give their kids the tools to flourish in the things that matter most to them
How to steer our kids into technology avenues
Learn more about Dr Catherine Ball
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Topics included in this podcast:
A listener question about how to help kids learn to take responsibility and ownership of their belongings without shaming them
5 ways to help our kids learn to be more responsible
Justin and Kylie share a recent family experience where they practised what they preached
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Topics discussed in the Monday Mixed Bag:
The 60 Minutes interview with Cleo Smith's parents.
Citipointe Christian College's controversial contract.
A letter that radio host Fitzy wrote to his son before he started high school.
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Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
Topics included in this episode -
Kylie's enjoying watching their girls' relationships strengthen since their move
The Coulson's take a hot, sweaty walk
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Teaching kids manners
Being selfless is easy when being selfless is fun
Focusing on the good and accept that the rough stuff will exist
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Why some people go through hard times & grow from it and others don't
Topics included in this podcast -
Justin introduces Amy & her work
13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don't Do
Why some people go through hard times & grow from it and others don't
Our emotional wounds are like our physical wounds - you have to take care of them
3 things mentally strong people don't do
- Waste time feeling sorry for themselves
- Give away their power
- Make the same mistakes over and over again
13 Things Strong Kids Do
Kids need to be kept in the loop to avoid them drawing their own conclusions
Kids need to feel heard. Validate their feelings.
Make gratitude a process in your house
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What to do when you get sprung by the kids!
Topics included in this episode -
Guy Sebastian has shared about how he & his wife were 'caught in the act'
Justin & Kylie share their own moments of exposure
What should parents do in these moments?
Teach kids to knock & what a closed door means
Children need to hear about sex & intimacy via healthy conversations
How to carve out time for intimacy
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Children all around the country are returning to school, and for many of those kids, it's a day of firsts. Topics covered in this episode:
Coping with nerves and first-day fears, both for children and parents
Giving our kids security and predictability around their schooling
Coping with COVID and the fears and anxiety that can be present around the issues schools are facing
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Justin & Kylie share the story of their last minute sea change.
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Getting your morning routine happening again after the holidays Topics included in this episode -
The bucket metaphor - Connecting & correcting vs connecting
4 tips for making your mornings magic
1 - Your morning starts the night before
2 - Breakfast menu & lunch list
3 - Softly wake the children up a little earlier
4 - Don't tell, ask
Kylie's tip - Use gentle reminders
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It's a public holiday today, so we've prepared a super short episode of the podcast so that you can get back to spending quality time with your family. Today we're exploring why when we praise or reward kids for being brilliant, this can lead to them avoiding things they might fail at.
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If needles of any kind are on the horizon for your kids, this is the episode for you! Topics discussed in this episode:
Ways we can help our kids cope with the fear experienced by needles
Justin and Kylie share some of their needle experiences, both as kids and as parents
Some of the research that's gone into distraction interventions and why it matters
Links to some of the research papers mentioned in this episode:
Distraction Intervention
Children With Rheumatic Diseases
Trajectories of Distress Regulation During Pre-School Vaccinations
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Kylie shares her mental health struggles at the end of 2021
Topics discussed in this episode
Kylie's back!
Justin & Kylie discuss the school holidays being extended by Covid
The podcast had 1.95 million downloads last year
The Coulson's had the worst Christmas ever
Kylie shares her mental health struggles at the end of 2021
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Justin & Kate reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Topics discussed in this episode
Kate took a mum-cation & worries about the mum-guilt
Justin's been struggling with not having enough time for the kids
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Top 5 things we've said to our kids these holidays Topics included in this podcast:
Justin's writing a new book
Top 5 things Justin & Kate said to their kids this holidays
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Justin & Kate answer a Happy Families Premium member's question about dinner time Topics discussed in this episode
Why is dinner time so difficult?
One of Justin's daughter's has decided to go vegetarian
The history of fussy eating
Justin & Kate share their top tips
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Justin & Kate discuss the challenges of isolation for families Topics discussed in this episode
Justin & Kate discuss the current status of Covid in Australia
Kate's daughter contracted Covid
The challenges of 10 days of isolation
Solutions for children in isolation
Relax in screen time
Make meal times fun
Get them outside every day
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Happy New Year to all the Happy Families Podcast listeners! Justin and Kylie have big news with a move underway - more on that to come on the podcast soon. So filling in this week for Kylie is radio host and producer Kate Meade. Kate is a mum to three kids, has hosted a breakfast radio show and is also the host of the Women of Influence Podcast. As well as founding the Victorian Dance Festival, one of the largest dance festivals in Australia, Kate was named in the Australian Financial Review’s 100 Women of Influence in 2018. Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our 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 podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.
3 tips to help you have a very Merry Christmas Topics discussed in this episode
3 things to help you have a very Merry Christmas
Check in with your own value system
Kylie's top 3 values at Christmas - connecting with the family, simplicity, it's not about the gifts.
Be really intentional about the way you engage with each other
Don't get sunburnt! Be safe.
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6 things to help you do Christmas on a budget Topics discussed in this episode
The 4 gifts of Christmas - Something they want, something they need, something to wear & something to read
Stick to a budget
Determine who you want to gift to
Getting the list of gifts right
Going second-hand or hand-made
Quality vs quantity
Utilising sales and laybuy
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Justin & Kylie open up about the true meaning of Christmas for them & their family
Topics discussed in this podcast:
10 sleeps till Christmas!
How to make Christmas holy for your family
Having a more Christ-centered Christmas
The 3 levels of Christmas
Level 1 - Santa, presents, food etc. Bringing people together.
Level 2 - Oh Holy Night. Christmas carols. The nativity.
Level 3 - Recognising Christ's life of sacrifice & love. Joy, peace & hope.
We hear from some podcast listeners about how they make Christmas holy
Going to church
Singing carols
The Nativity
Serve others
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Justin & Kylie are unprepared for Christmas so they ask some Premium members to share how they plan and prepare.
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Some of the Happy Families listeners share their Christmas traditions
Topics discussed in this episode
Some of the Happy Families listeners share their Christmas traditions
Justin and Kylie talk about their festive traditions
Thinking of others - Larissa's idea about Christmas Ninjas is a great example
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Justin & Kylie list their all-time favourite Christmas movies
The Polar Express
Klaus
Arthur Christmas
Elf
Home Alone
The Santa Clause
Christmas Chronicles
Must mention - Bad Santa, The Holiday (Justin's never seen them)
Some Christian Christmas movies
7 Christian Christmas Movies to Enjoy Again and Again
The Nativity
The Christ Child: A Nativity Story
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The best list of road trip games to keep everyone entertained.
Topics discussed in this episode:
I-spy
Spotto
I went to the shops and I bought
The alphabet game
Car cricket
Old MacDonald Had A Farm
Bingo
This Is The Song That Never Ends
Peel The Avocado
The Fart Game
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Making Christmas a happy time for everyone
Topics included in this episode:
how to keep things calm this Christmas
creating structure for a smoother day
practicing acceptance
getting on with relatives and others being in our space
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How to avoid materialism in your children this Christmas Topics discussed in this episode:
How to avoid materialism in your children
Don't try to keep up with the Jones's
Get creative
Plan ahead
Change the focus
Be an example
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Topics included in this episode:
What research says about how we can help those suffering from depression.
Connection, physical activity and mentors.
Why curiosity and a desire to learn can help overcome depression.
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Subjects up for discussion:
Littlest Miss Coulson was excited for a special Saturday chore
Justin took one of his daughters out for a special birthday ice-cream
Kids spell love T.I.M.E
Kylie left the kids with a list of chores and she came home to a wonderful surprise
If we don't give our children opportunities to surprise us, they never will
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In this best of episode Justin & Kylie chat about ways we can be more playful with our kids. It's a really important conversation, especially ahead of the holidays!
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Justin & Kylie speak with Alfie Kohn about report cards
In this episode, they discuss:
Alfie's opinion on report cards
When children are being evaluated, it reduces their motivation
Intrinsic vc extrinsic motivation
Grades for effort
What should parents do with the report cards?
Learn more about Alfie Kohn
137 Punishment & Rewards with Alfie Kohn
150 Unconditional Parenting with Alfie Kohn
160 The Trouble With Time Out with Alfie Kohn
249 Best of - Discipline, Punishment & Rewards with Dr Alfie Kohn
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Topics included in this episode:
A listener question about co-parenting when the other parent is not quite meeting their responsibilities
The 7 C's of Separation and Divorce
Why and how you need to work together with your ex when it comes to parenting
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Topics included in this episode:
Kylie's week off at her health retreat
Is taking holidays apart a good or bad thing?
Appreciating your partner
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Podcast listeners share what they learnt from Parental Guidance In this episode, they discuss:
Black Friday sales!
Coparenting, boundaries, setting routines, nature parenting
Which parents did you connect the most with?
Justin's tender moment with his most difficult child
Kylie's experience with her daughter who didn't get a "gold hat"
Measuring kids by 'awards' and 'rewards'
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Justin & Kylie speak with Deb from Parental Guidance! In this episode, they discuss:
What made her want to go into homeschooling?
How does she juggle everything?
What is the hardest thing about homeschooling?
Do her kids really get along well?
Her daughter's struggle to give up her screen
How did the experience on the show affect her family?
What were her biggest learnings?
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Justin & Kylie speak with Brett & Tony from Parental Guidance! In this episode, they discuss:
How did Tony & Brett end up with quadriplets?
What made them want to have kids?
What was their biggest learning?
Were they disappointed they didn't go through to go camping?
Which parents would they put through to the Crowded House?
Would you recommend a season 2?
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Justin & Kylie speak with Andrew & Miriam from Parental Guidance! In this episode, they discuss:
What did they hope to gain from being on the show?
Their impressions while watching the show
How did the kids feel about being on TV?
How did the show impact their parenting?
Which parenting style impacted them the most?
How did the show strengthen your family?
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Justin shares his favourite part of the whole show from Parental Guidance! In this episode, they discuss:
What were their expectations going into the show?
Debbie's disappointment in how she was portrayed on the show
Did they question their own parenting style?
Were they always on the same page with their parenting?
"Never Give Up"
Justin's favourite part of the entire show
How has the experience strengthened their family?
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In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss:
The Coulson family discussed how they can make their family happy after watching the show
The girls share which parenting style they think Justin & Kylie use
The girls share which set of parents they liked the most
Which parenting style will the girls use when they're parents?
What would the girls like to do more of?
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In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss:
What it was like working with Justin
Ally's parenting style
Ally's favourite parenting style on the show
How Ally's parenting has changed since the show
Are Justin & Ally perfect parents?
What has changed in Ally's home since the show
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Topics included in this episode:
Justin & Kylie speak with Penny & Daniel, the winners of Parental Guidance
How they feel about winning
Were they always on the same page about their parenting?
How their childhoods effected their parenting
Parenting from fear
How being on the show effected their parenting
How the experience strengthened their family
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In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss:
a recap of last night's episode of Parental Guidance
giving kids instruction
a review on Brett and Tony's approach of using routine
emotions are contagious
tips to reign our own emotions back in
anger, fear, control
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In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss:
a recap of last night's episode of Parental Guidance
ways to notice strengths in our kids
an analysis of free range parenting
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Topics included in this episode:
Kylie is working with an emotion coach
Kylie shares what she's learnt with her daughter
ABC model
Stinking thinking
Justin nailed it this week with Miss 7 at bedtime
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In this episode Justin and Kylie discuss:
a recap of last night's episode of Parental Guidance
how different parenting styles affect compromise within our families
why forcing kids to apologise is teaching kids to lie
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Topics included in this episode:
Justin & Kylie discuss last night's episode of Parental Guidance
Kids earning money
How far do you push your kids?
Kylie shares a story from her childhood
Facing your fears
When to let children trust their gut
It's not about pushing. It's about encouraging and supporting.
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Topics included in this episode:
We look back at the new parents we met last night in Parental Guidance
Washing kids' mouth with soap
Screen time use from little kids to teens
Setting boundaries with screens
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Topics included in this episode:
We look back at the little lies that came up during the cake decorating challenge in Parental Guidance
Why our kids lie and how we can respond
The fact that telling lies is a normal part of growing up
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Topics included in this episode:
Kylie shares some feedback from a listener about a sensitive episode last week
Justin shares some feedback from a listener about sleep training
Kylie shares her reflections she's had while watching Parental Guidance
Justin wants to get into nature with the family and spend some quality time
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Family photos
The chocolate test
Why does self control matter?
7 ways we can help build self control
Out of sight, out of mind
Be consistent & follow through
Gentle reminders
Self control games
Motivation
Support their autonomy
Be a model
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Trigger warning - Episode discussses child abuse
Topics on the podcast today:
Justin & Kylie discuss last night's episode of Parental Guidance
Stranger danger conversation
Statistics around child abuse
5 important things to talk to your kids about
Most strangers are good people
If a stranger approaches you, check with a parent
If you're going somewhere with a stranger, always stay in public
Heirarchy of helpers
If you ever feel unsafe, find another adult
Common sense rules
If you feel unsafe, move away
If a stranger promises you things, say no
If a stranger ever touches you in a way that makes you feel unsafe, scream as loud as you can!
How to help your children be safe around family/friends
Your body is yours
No one should ever touch your body
If a person ever tells you to keep a secret related to your body, they're an untrustworthy person
Talk to your parents
Keeping our Children Safe from Child Abuse
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Topics included in this episode:
Parental Guidance aired last night
The spanking debate
We do the best we can until we know better
The science is clear - smacking is ineffective
Should smacking be illegal?
What does the word punishment mean?
The 3 E's
Articles mentioned in this episode: The Fallacy of the ‘I Turned Out Fine’ Argument The Spanking Debate: Changing Minds Takes a Generation 7 Reasons Australia is WRONG about smacking our kids
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie respond to a listener's question about why some kids thrive despite adversity.
Children's personalities, temperaments and environments.
One stable adult in a child's life.
A sense of mastery over life.
Listen to episode #375 Not What I Expected here.
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Trigger Warning - Episode discusses infant loss
Topics on the podcast today: Kylie shares an emotional experience that made her reflect on her experiences with her children
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We spoke to some of the Happy Families Podcast listeners to discover what their most recent 'it's all been worth it' moment was.
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Topics on the podcast today:
The history about sleep training
Kylie shares her experience with sleep training
What can we do?
Educate yourself on normal sleep behaviour for your baby's age
Be flexible
Room sharing
Breast milk supply
Contact naps
Baby wearing
Partner involvement
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Topics on the podcast today:
6 more sleeps until Parental Guidance airs
Justin & Kylie respond to a listener's question about boundaries
Behaviour regulation
Little People, Big Feelings
Consistency
Understanding developmental stages
Lighten up
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Here's why you should not imitate Mila Kunis, when she dished out some on-the-fly conflict resolution advice to her child.
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Up for discussion in this week's I'll Do Better Tomorrow is using family traditions to help our children know that they belong to something bigger than themselves.
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Links to studies mentioned:
Screen time and early adolescent health
Developing a Representational Theory of Mind
Physical Activity and Mental Health
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How our phones distract us from life
Distraction free phones
Nudge theory
What Amantha has done in her home to make it a distraction free zone
How to make hard work fun
Chronotypes
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Topics included in this episode:
Getting started, pushing through & keep things moving
Learning to be comfortable with feeling uncomfortable
An analogy about space shuttles & perserverance
Kylie shares an anecdote about their family choosing to do something hard
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Why there's no such thing as the perfect school
Why kids, especially our senior students, should stress less when it comes to grades and test scores
School marketing and university created scarcity
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It's that time of the week where we sit back and reflect on the wins, and what we can do better next time. Topics discussed in this episode:
Going to bed on time, "night guy"
Messy rooms and cleanup
Teaching their kids to drive
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In this episode we take a deep dive into all the weird, crazy and downright disgusting things our kids have done.
A big thank you to everyone who sent us a story, and fair warning - most of them include bums, penises, poo, wee and a little dose of vomit just for good measure!
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Michael Parker wrote a book called Talk With Your Kids About Things That Matter
Getting back into the swing of things after lockdown
What to do if your child would prefer to be at home than at school?
How are the seniors coping?
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie answer a question about how important are extracurricular activities for children's development?
Am I good enough as a parent?
Kylie's experience growing up with no extracurricular activities
How many extra-curricular activities to get involved in?
When to start extra-curricular activities?
The power of free play
Children exploring lots of different activities and giving things up fast
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Topics discussed in this episode:
the hit Netflix show 'Squid Game'
why this show is a hard no for viewing by children
ways we can discuss with our kids what they should do if their friends show them clips from 'Squid Game'
why you should not be letting your kids play versions of 'Squid Game' online
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Happy birthday Mrs Happy Families
The Coulson family go on vacation
One of the Coulson girls gets a little scare on a boat
An accidental trip to a nudist beach
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie speak with Dr Jessica Kaufman about Covid 19 vaccines for kids
How are Australian parents feeling about vaccinating their kids?
Do children need to be vaccinated?
What side effects to children experience from the vaccine?
Does it matter which brand children receive?
Needle phobia
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin and Kylie discuss asking hypothetical questions with your kids
Philosophy and curiosity
Justin and Kylie share an experience they had with their kids asking hypothetical questions
Michael shares tips for talking about meaningful things with your kids
Asking 'Why'
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Topics discussed in this episode:
A very big announcement about a new TV show
How to respond when your child does something out of character
The Miss-Connection Summit
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Today it's a public holiday in Queensland, so we've prepared a short tip for the day so you can spend more time with your family! For a happy family, try 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 podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au
Topics discussed in this episode:
School holidays is ending
5 Questions to ask your kids at bedtime to create high quality night time nurture experiences
Gratitude
Optimism
Open conversations
Admitting your mistakes
Endearing acknowledgements of love
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Topics discussed in this episode:
What to do when the expert's parenting techniques 'don't work'
Getting parenting right isn't about habits, it's about our hearts
Are we supposed to intervene?
Knowing when to step out
The vicious cycle
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Topics discussed in this episode:
What to do when the kids just won't stop fighting
Better ways to resolve conflict
Emotion catching
Intervening
Shorter disputes - warmer relationships
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie share about how they manage their family
Weekly couples meeting, weekly family meeting & quarterly couples immersion
How to get your partner on the same page
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Ingratitude & entitlement
Gratitude inspires us to do good
How to tell if your kids are entitled
Red flags
Modelling gratitude
Working together
No doesn't always have to be a hard no
Minimise competition
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Topics discussed in this episode:
In this episode Justin & Kylie chat about ways we can be more playful with our kids.
Creating margin
Intention
Mindset
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin is struggling with the amount of devices & device time in their house
Justin & Kylie discuss a news report about an 8 year old who turned Pro at Fortnite
The 3 C's of screen time - Consumption, Connection & Creation
Active vs passive use of screens
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin's life motto is "Always bite off more than you can chew!"
3 tips to help you create margin in your life
"The things that matter most must never be at the mercy of the things that matter least." - Steven R. Covey
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie review a past episode: #207 Taming That Voice Inside Your Head
A listener wrote into the show with a curly question for Justin & Kylie
Could there be an indirect impact on our children based on what we say about ourselves?
Intergenerational transfer of cognitive mindset
Tips on how to filter our own mindsets and inner voice
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie discuss their discovery of Hellofresh
Justin & Kylie review a past episode: #195 Yes, It's a Chore
They answer a question from a listener about how to get her kids to do their chores
Kylie explains the 10 Minute Tidy and why it works for them, as well as other chore strategies
3 key principles to remember when it comes to chores
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How the Coulson's teach their kids about music appreciation
Justin & Kylie get a night away without the kids
Kylie makes an icecream cake
Justin makes the kids at the birthday party put up their own tent
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Topics discussed in this episode:
03:20 The impact of Covid19 lockdowns on our children
08:26 Children who are youngest in their cohort tend to be diagnosed with ADHD
13.48 Associations between school enjoyment at age 6 and later educational achievement
Links to studies mentioned - Global Prevalence of Depressive and Anxiety Symptoms in Children and Adolescents During COVID-19 Youth, the pandemic and a global mental health crisis The Combined Effects of Young Relative Age and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder on Negative Long-Term Outcomes Younger children in a school class at greater risk of long-term negative outcomes like low educational achievement and substance misuse Children Who Enjoy School Aged Six Tend To Get Better Grades Ten Years Later Associations between school enjoyment at age 6 and later educational achievement: evidence from a UK cohort study
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Susie shares about how she got to this point in her career
Comparing how our parents parented vs how we parent
Permission to parent the way you want to
Learn to say yes/no when you want to
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie slow dance in the kitchen
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about negative self-talk
Stinking Thinking
High emotions = low intelligence
Cognitive distortions
Focus on how they feel, not their words
Gentle explore their emotions
Empower them to problem solve
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Crazes amongst teens over the years
Why Justin got caught up in some of them in his youth
How to start a conversation about safety if your teen is participating in internet crazes
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie reflect on the podcasts for the week
One of the Coulson girls plays a practical joke on Justin
Kylie does the 54321 with her youngest daughter
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Topics discussed in this episode:
A lot of the country continue with life in lockdown
We hear from some of these families
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Lea shares a statistical update on the mental health of teenagers (in regards to lockdown)
Covid fatigue
Responding to sceptics of positive psychology tactics
Small things you can do to feel happier amidst the pandemic
3 key scientific tips for lockdown
How to build on your family's strengths
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Topics discussed in this episode:
COVID week on the podcast
Dr Justin and Kylie discuss getting along and sibling relationships
Tips for helping siblings to get along
Role modeling
Compassion and empathy
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Mental health tips for when you can't access professional help
The toll that the pandemic is taking on families and children
Ways to help your mental health if you're in a state that's experiencing a lockdown
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Today's podcast is a very special Father's Day Tribute for Justin, with some really special messages from his daughters. Justin shares some of his own thoughts about being a father & what he's learnt along the way
Parenting isn't about the kids. The product of parenting isn't the kids, it's the parents
It really does go too fast
You will feel that you can never be enough
Showing up is the main game
As a parent, you have to a hope builder
Dancing is joy
The trust they place in you is impossible to live up to
Letting go is harder than you can imagine
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How Justin ended up on the back of a paddy wagon
His first impression of Kylie
What does he know now that he wishes he knew when he had small children
Justin's favourite memory of his Dad
What is he most grateful for?
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Wally explains how he became a parenting expert
Wally talks about his experience with foster parenting
Investing time into your family
Justin talks about why Wally means so much to him
Teach compassion by living compassion
Enjoy life with your children
Wally talks about his father
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Ahead of Father's Day this Sunday, Justin and Kylie sat down for a heartwarming interview with Kylie's Dad.
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Don't sweat the small stuff.
Screen time during lockdowns.
The association between adolescent health and screen use.
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie immerse themselves in their mistakes
One of the Coulson girls take the family car without permission & Justin responds in a way that surprised everyone
Kylie reflects on the accuracy of her memories from childhood
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Topics discussed in this episode:
A listener calls in with her concerns about the children she is a nanny for
Lack of connection can result in children acting out
Ongoing nurturing connections
Emotional regulation
Limit setting, structure & clear expectations
Children need to have experiences tailored to their individual needs
Cultural continuity
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Topics discussed in this episode:
What is the movement The Fatherhood all about?
The new generation of Dads
Jeremy talks about what's in his new book
Is fatherhood what Jeremy expected?
How do fathers manage the struggle between work & family?
Jeremy's best advice for fathers
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Lockdown is hard on our kids
Toys and games to entertain kids
Activity ideas for young kids and big kids
Encouragement if you're struggling and stressed
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin and Kylie's principles for being great parents
Do the important things first before the 'not so important' things fill up your life.
Why you need to get enough sleep!
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Tips for getting through 'the monthly cycle'.
Reading recommendations for older kids.
Spontaneous family adventures.
Check out Justin's reading recommendations:
The Keepers Trilogy by Lian Tanner
The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S Lewis
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Topics discussed in this episode:
01.09 - Smacking
Physical punishment consistently predicts increases in child behaviour problems over time
Physical punishment is not associated with positive outcomes over time
Physical punishment increases the risk of involvement with child protection services
The only evidence of children illiciting physical punishment is for externalising behaviour
Physical punishment predicts worsening behaviour over time
07.20 Screen usage and reading
When do children need to start learning to read?
What do screens get in the way of?
10.45 Which country has the most burnt out parents?
How do we assess parental burnout?
How to minimise and navigate parental burnout?
Physical punishment and child outcomes: a narrative review of prospective studies Longitudinal Associations Between Screen Use and Reading in Preschool-Aged Children Parental Burnout Around the Globe: A 42-Country Study International Investigation of Parental Burnout
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Study stress
What causes all of the stress?
Stress isn't about having too much to do, it's about how to get it all done
Motivation & wellbeing
Life balance
Tips to help kids get through their exams
The obession with 'the number' at the end of year 12
Time management vs scheduled outcomes
Command words
Unmotivated teens
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How to guide an 18 year old while respecting their decisions
Minimising the contention at home
Having an honest conversation
The importance of autonomy
Connection
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Important ADHD background information
Tips for parenting ADHD children
Three basic psychological needs
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Jacob Townsend's powerful example of confidence with a stutter
Justin's experience with his daughter - connection is the currency of our relationships
Kids spell love T-I-M-E
Justin and Kylie's experience in guiding their daughter through a breakup
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How we create influence through connection
Why trust is so important
Asking a simple question like 'what do you think' can empower our kids
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Timestamps for this episode:
00.32 Justin introduces Andrew
00.53 Is it appropriate to say we manage the tricky behaviours of others around us?
01.53 Andrew's acronym R.E.S.O.L.V.E.
02.09 R.espond with respect
02.46 E.ngage
03.35 S.eek understanding
04.39 O.bserve their feelings
05.47 L.ower the tone
07.37 V.alue add
08.17 E.mpower
08.55 Ad break
09.40 How to use the R.E.S.O.L.V.E. model with a tricky toddler
12.23 How to use the R.E.S.O.L.V.E. model with a tricky teenager
15.12 Technology and teens
16.24 Justin's summary
17.46 Andrew's process of forming his model
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How toddlers and pre-schoolers are biologically wired
Tips and tricks for working parents during lockdowns
Change and variety will keep toddlers entertained for longer
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin has been thoroughly enjoying watching the Olympics
The sexism on display when the Norwegian Beach Handball Team chose to compete in shorts instead of bikini bottoms
How we can encourage our children in any activity without taking it too far
Facebook post mentioned
321 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie reviews her decision to read her daughter's journal
Justin was distracted from quality time with his daughter
321 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
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Topics discussed in this episode:
The Goonies
Grease
The Princess Bride
North Shore
Pretty Woman
Dirty Dancing
Dead Poet's Society
Remember The Titans
Hidden Figures
She's The Man
Bend It Like Beckham
Jumanji
Cinderella Man
Les Misérables
We Bought A Zoo
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
The Last of the Mohicans
320 And the Oscar Goes To
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How to look after your own mental health while parenting
What is Super Sense?
How to tap into your own Super Sense
How to help our kids tap into their own Super Sense
Hurry is the enemy of love
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Celebrating 1 million downloads on our podcast!
Review of 5/10 top highights from the year
Mothers Day Bath Disaster
How to Make Roadtrips Work
Goodbye Benson
Raising Boys Interview with Maggie Dent
One of Justin's most embarrasing moments
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Celebrating 1 million downloads on our podcast!
Review of 5/10 top highights from the year
Kylie Quits
Crap-House Wife
Running With a Wedgie
Conversation with Susie O'Bryant
Mother's Day episode
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Hamish Blake's birthday cake extravaganza
Turning self-comparison into inspiration to be better
Justin scored a hug with his 7-yr-old
Kylie read her daughter's journal
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Monster's Inc
Brother Bear
Finding Nemo
Mulan
Brave
Moana
The Lego Movie
Wreck It Ralph
Tarzan
Pocahontas
The Princess Bride
The Greatest Showman
The Sandlot Kids
The Sound of Music
Mary Poppins
Spirit
Toy Story
How To Train a Dragon
Cheaper By The Dozen
National Treasure
The Slipper & The Rose
The King & I
The Scarlet Pimpernel
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Andrew Fuller's new book The A to Z of Feelings
Feelings are often confusing
How do parent's stay on top of their own big feelings?
Dealing with lockdown
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Finland's National Sleepyhead Day
Listener question about leg hair removal at a young age for girls
Young girls and body image
The 3 E's
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Topics discussed in this episode:
The secret to family success in the mornings
Justin shares the poem Welcome To Holland by Emily Perl Kingsley
Remove judgment
Move forward with acceptance
Learn to find joy
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie get outside with the family
Mazes, minigolf & happy kids
Meltdowns
Kylie's struggle with feeling pressure to be the perfect parent
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Rates of postnatal depression in new mothers during Covid lockdowns
Bed sharing in the first 6 months of life
Vaccinations & how to regulate the stress
Listening to our teenagers
Parental listening when adolescents self-disclose: A preregistered experimental study Rates of postnatal depression among new mothers rose sharply during lockdown Trajectories of Distress Regulation During Preschool Vaccinations Bed-Sharing in the First 6 Months
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Topics discussed in this episode:
What does it mean to feel like you belong?
The plant metaphor
School belonging
Long term benefits of belonging
What can parents do if their children don't feel as though they belong?
Show an interest
Attitudes
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin's thoughts on reward systems in schools
Extrinsic motivators
Which children are actually receiving rewards?
How to help children who aren't receiving rewards
Emotion coaching
Justin calls for a revolution
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How to help your kids when they're over the top
Cuddles go a long way to calming emotions
When the kids are struggling with big emotions, that's when they need connection the most
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin and Kylie's lockdown experiences
The "one hard thing" they did as a family over the holidays
Looking for ways to serve each other
Parenting is not about the kids, it's about us
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Topics discussed in this episode:
5 Questions to ask your kids at bedtime to create high quality night time nurture experiences
Gratitude
Optimism
Open conversations
Admitting your mistakes
Endearing acknowledgements of love
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Falling in love with your child again once they become a teen
Anger is a secondary emotion
FEAR
Being more vulnerable with your kids
Keeping your connection strong
Acne
What to do with abusive teenagers
Start with empathy
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie's top tips for how to ditch the dummy
The earlier the better
Keep the dummy only for certain times
As parents we need to become a little more comfortable with our children being uncomfortable
Try using it less and less
Fast is slow & slow is fast
Cuddles, songs, distractions, routine
No going back
Listen to yesterday's podcast here - #307 Becoming a Better Person with Cameron & Alison Daddo Purchase 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 Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au
Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie and Justin's relationship history
Dr Justin shares the experiences that led him to Happy Families
Emotions are contagious
Should parents have a license?
Intimacy through the years of marriage
Building resilience in kids
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Topics discussed in this episode:
adjusting to returning to school
building hope for the future
empowering children to overcome challenges
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie discuss their all-time favourite movies
A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood
Consistency matters
Keep your promises
The signature of mediocracy is chronic inconsistency
Get your house in order
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Dr Amy Graham discusses data collected from a study on digital devices & children
The power of an example is the most effective way to effect change
Digital distractions
Parent concerns
Using devices after bedtime
Screens as babysitters
Screen limits
113 Technology In Our Schools (Featuring Dr Amy Graham)
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie has a minor car mishap
When things go wrong, remember that people matter, things don't
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Topics discussed in this episode:
We can do hard things together
You've got to love the hills because the hills make you strong
Challenge - do something hard together as a family
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Sometimes we need to lighten up in the parenting game
Challenge - practise saying "yes" to the kids, see what happens
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Topics discussed in this episode:
It's not your job as a parent to fix every challenge your child may face
Challenge for older kids - when things aren't going well, help your kids by being a support system as they find solutions to the problem
Challenge for younger kids - if the task before them is too big, don't fix it for them but fix it with them
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin speaks with Kimberly Ewertz about her own experience with divorce and her book Family Redefined
How do parents tell their kids that they are separating?
What impact does divorce have on children?
A child's identity is their family
What's the best thing to do to ameliorate the negative effects your child may experience from a family rupture?
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Topics discussed in this episode:
When you criticise a child, they don't stop loving you. They stop loving themselves
Turn criticism into unconditional love
Challenge - help your child feel like they matter or belong, no matter what they do.
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kids spell love T-I-M-E
Connection is the currency of relationships
Challenge - find one way to connect with your children
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie share our Little Wins Wednesday Winner from last week
The youngest Miss Coulson receives a bedroom makeover
Letting go of our own agendas
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie respond to an email from a listener about breaking bad parenting habits
The habit loop - cue, craving, response, reward.
The product of parenting is not the child, it's the parent
The only way to raise great kids is to be great ourselves
How to break a habit
Decide ahead of time what you're going to do instead
Practice, practice, practice
Under pressure we revert to our most practiced behaviour
Hold the mirror up to yourself after every interaction
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie speak with Mark McCrindle about his book Generation Alpha
How generation labels came to be
What's going to happen to Generation Alpha?
What do parents need to focus on?
Don't outsource your parenting
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It's coming up to the mid-year school break and while that means holidays it also means report card season. In this episode Justin discusses why you should throw your child's report card straight into the bin, and why report cards are unhelpful, especially for our younger students. You can read The Case Against Grades by Alfie Kohn here.
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Topics discussed in this episode:
The Coulson family experience the loss of their dog Benson
The Coulson daughters grieve in their own ways
Kylie shares a beautiful poem about what we can learn from dogs
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie had a really great experience having an intimate conversation with her oldest daughter
Justin announces the Little Wins Wednesday winner from last week
Justin's 17 year old gets her drivers license
Kylie is hanging on by a thread
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Content warning - this episode includes mature themes Topics discussed in this episode:
Kids Helpline counsellors started seeing a need in teens during Covid19
99% increase in duty of care
In Victoria that percentage increased to 184%
Lockdown, loss of peers, additional pressure on families, job loss
The more lockdowns, the greater the risk of mental health problems
What parents can do to protect their children
Kids just want someone to listen to them
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Content warning - this episode includes mature themes Topics discussed in this episode:
Jess gets personal and shares her backstory to how she came to write this book
What can mentors do to prevent substance abuse in kids?
How to know if you're relying on substances too much
Legalisation
The opposite of addiction is connection
Justin gets personal and shares about his extended family's experiences with alcohol
Risk factors & prevention measures
Jessica Lahey - Author of The Addiction Inoculation Purchase 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 Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au
Topics discussed in this episode:
What to do when the expert's parenting techniques 'don't work'
Getting parenting right isn't about habits, it's about our hearts
Are we supposed to intervene?
Knowing when to step out
The vicious cycle
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With it being a public holiday for most of the country today, Dr Justin keeps it short and simple on the podcast so that you can spend more time with your family! In this tip Justin asks the question - how much do your kids know about their families stories?
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie shares about her difficult Sunday night & how she rectified the situation
Justin shares about a traumatic experience for his family
277 Fight Club
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about cross country
Should you make your child do cross country?
How to get your kids excited about participating
Explore their world
Help your children recognise their strengths
Competition undermines our wellbeing
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Content warning - this episode includes mature themes
Topics discussed in this episode:
How does society view sex today?
How can parents help their children make safe choices?
10 top tips from Emma
The significance of sex — can it be recovered through consent alone? by Emma Wood
226 More Than Consent Education with Melinda Tankard Reist
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie shares some stories from what they've been learning in Book Club
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about bed time
3 E's
Look at the science
Experiment
231 Ten-agers - an Interview With Madonna King
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie's trouble with wedgies
Justin's trouble with roofs and leaf blowers
Secrets for a stronger relationship
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie discuss their one on one meetings with their kids
Kylie receives a special note from one of her daughters
Justin helps his daughter with an assignment
We hear from Evelynne about what Justin's really like behind the scenes
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How do you support your children through a big family move?
Empowering your children
Acceptance
Compassion
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Warning - Content involves mature themes
Topics discussed in this episode:
Self control
Entitlement
The Golden Rule - treat others as you would like to be treated
Consent education
Kids need to feel safe in order to learn
Culture
Masculinity
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie respond to a listener's question about their troubled teen
The product of parenting is the parent, not the child
Put yourself in their shoes
Emotion coaching
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Topics discussed in this episode:
What to do when the kids just won't stop fighting
Better ways to resolve conflict
Emotion catching
Intervening
Shorter disputes - warmer relationships
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie share the latest Little Wins Wednesday winner
Justin & Kylie make time for each other
It's hard to be a good parent when you're not around
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Diagnosing learning disorders
Breastfeeding
Psychological control
Studies/articles mentioned in this podcast - Breastfeeding Duration Is Associated With Domain-Specific Improvements in Cognitive Performance in 9–10-Year-Old Children Relative age and specific learning disorder diagnoses: A Finnish population-based cohort study Psychological Control and Internalizing Problems: The Mediating Role of Mother-Child Relationship Quality
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Warning - Content involves mature themes
Topics discussed in this episode:
The correlation between pornography & consent
What is pornography?
When are children being exposed?
Why it's difficult for researchers to gain access to statistics surrounding children & pornography
What sort of content are children viewing?
How to have effective & positive conversations with your kids
How does pornography effect children's behaviour
Sensitive teenage brains
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie share about how they manage their family
Weekly couples meeting, weekly family meeting & quarterly couples immersion
How to get your partner on the same page
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Ingratitude & entitlement
Gratitude inspires us to do good
How to tell if your kids are entitled
Red flags
Modelling gratitude
Working together
No doesn't always have to be a hard no
Minimise competition
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On this week's instalment of I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin took the kids for a very windy beach day
Kylie's having trouble getting Miss 7 into the bath
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Consent & respect
4 kinds of boys
Valuing sexual intimacy
Having this conversation with your boys
Mental illness & suicide
Parenting with a supportive village
Boys are later to maturity
Boy tribes
Understanding their changes
Love fiercely
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How young boys are treated in our schooling system
Societal norms about boys
Formalised learning
Evidence shows that we speak more harshly to boys
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In this episode Justin and Kylie respond to a question about an eight year old with body image issues.
Much of the information in today's podcast comes from Miss-Connection by Dr Justin Coulson which is available for purchase here. Purchase a copy of 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 Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au
Topics discussed in this episode:
In this episode Justin & Kylie chat about ways we can be more playful with our kids.
Creating margin
Intention
Mindset
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On this week's instalment of I'll Do Better Tomorrow Kylie's very, very large bath
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie's learning to play the piano
Making margin
Recreation = re-creation
Learning when to say yes & no
Getting enough sleep
If you can't have it all, be intentional about your priorities
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How the best parents learn to let go in order to let their children succeed
The emotional toll on parents when their child isn't doing well
Autonomy supportive vs directive parents
Low thresholds for frustration
Desirable difficulties
Top tips
Chores/duties
The perils of praise
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Warning - Content involves mature themes Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin responds to an email from a listener who is struggling with how to help their child
Gender dysphoria
100% affirmation model within the medical field
Gender fluidity
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In this special Mother's Day Reflection:
Justin interviews his six daughters about why they love their Mum so much
Kylie dives deep into her journey as a Mum
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On this week's instalment of I'll Do Better Tomorrow
Justin's TV tale
Ditching family time to get those 'must do' jobs done
If stuff gets lost it will turn up
Everyone makes mistakes
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Topics discussed in this episode:
3 keywords that remind Justin's mum about stories from Justin's childhood
Kylie's first impression on her in-law's
One of the hardest lessons Dr Justin's mum has had to learn
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Parents are shoving obstacles out of their children's way, hoping it will help them avoid failure
Depriving kids of learning opportunities
Why parents insist on taking over?
Directive parenting
Competition in parenting
Parental investment
How do we overcome this?
Do I want _ now or do I want a child who can do _ well later?
Thinking long term
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie's Mum shares some of her favourite stories of Kylie growing up
Justin's first impression on his in-law's
Kylie asks her Mum some curly questions
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It's a holiday in Queensland, so we've almost taken the day off! So you can spend more time with your family, we've rolled out an uber short tip for the day - this time focusing on strengths.
It's a public holiday in Queensland today, so it's a quick tip around competence and confidence, so that you can get back to more time with your family! For a happy family, try 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 podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au
Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie is learning to juggle immediate family & extended family expectations
Justin speaks with his teenage daughters about pornography
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie's been up in the gym workin' on her fitness
Do kids under 13 need to be on social media?
Neurological highs
4 Neurochemicals - D.O.S.E
How to boost these neurochemicals naturally in our kids
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Content may be distressing for some listeners Topics discussed in this episode:
Domestic violence vs domestic abuse
A pervasive, systemic issue in the court systems
What is domestic abuse defined as?
Significant power balances
Coercive control
What we can do to help
Isolation
How to develop a Safety Plan
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin is struggling with the amount of devices & device time in their house
Justin & Kylie discuss a news report about an 8 year old who turned Pro at Fortnite
The 3 C's of screen time - Consumption, Connection & Creation
Active vs passive use of screens
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about her toddler's tantrums
Is there a detrimental impact from using bribery to get your toddler to do what you want?
Developmental realities
Theory of mind
Toddlers live in the present
Toddlers need more structure than any other age group
Using cues
Allow your toddler time to do things on their own
Autonomy supportive parenting
Don't take the kids shopping, if you can
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Littlest Miss Coulson was excited for a special Saturday chore
Justin took one of his daughters out for a special birthday ice-cream
Kids spell love T.I.M.E
Kylie left the kids with a list of chores and she came home to a wonderful surprise
If we don't give our children opportunities to surprise us, they never will
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Too much screen time delays school readiness
What does a child need in order to be school-ready?
22% of children are considered to be developmentally vulnerable
Is TV better than hand held devices?
Children need to be outside
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Punishment teaches power
Rewards, like punishments, can only get temporary compliance
The more you reward people for doing something, the more they tend to lose interest in whatever they had to do to get the reward
All rewards are sugar coated control
Intrinsic & extrinsic motivation
Talk less, ask more
Kids learn to make good decisions by making decisions, not by being obedient
You can get mindless obedience in the short term if the reward is juicy enough or the punishment is awful enough.
What you can never get is a child who is happy, more ethical, more compassionate, caring or more of an independent thinker.
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Why are manners important?
What is their purpose?
Manners & consent
Respect & consideration
Table manners
Bodily functions
Gratitude
Permission
Interrupting
Knocking before entering
Reading over someone's shoulder
Offering to help
Cover your mouth when you cough
Be an example
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie discuss the in's & out's of pocket money
How old should children be to get pocket money?
How much should we pay them?
Teach them to save
Teach them about charitable donations, sacrifice & delayed gratification
Be consistent
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie took the kids and spent some time getting away together
They took the kids to the Easter show
Justin shares about a difficult phone call with Kylie, who was very upset
Kylie shares about Miss Emily who received lots of presents for her birthday
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin speaks with Doctor Ethan Kross about teaching our children (and ourselves) how to learn to harness self control.
Diverting attention
The Batman effect
Inner mental mentors
Psychological self distance
The Toolbox Project
The implications of teaching children self-control strategies
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Parents have been struggling with their teenager's mood swings since the dawn of time. There is a better way!
Emotional regulation
The marshmallow experiment
Mood swings
Reflect their emotions
Emotion coaching
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Topics discussed in this episode: Justin speaks with Professer Sarah Coyne about her 20 years of study on the impact of media on children & families.
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Australia has recently been listed as the second in the world for bullying.
How did we let this happen?
What can we do about it?
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Whether it be Facebook, TikTok, Instagram or Snapchat, if your kids are on social media they ARE going to exposed to things you don’t want them to see.
What’s the appropriate age for social media?
How long can we keep our kids wrapped safely in bubble wrap?
When do we start to remove some of those layers?
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Topics discussed in this episode: Justin speaks with Dr Kathryn Modecki about the true impact of mobile phones on our families.
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This episode is not intended for children
Topics discussed in this episode:
The story of Chanel Contost
How can school & home collaborate on sex education?
Access to information
Sex education needs to be wholistic & comprehensive
Rape & Sexual Assault Research & Advocacy Spring Fever Big Talk Education For a happy family try 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 podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.
Topics discussed in this episode: Justin speaks with Ant Williams about his career in sports psychology, his accomplishments in free diving and how doing so has taught him life lessons that helped him become a better parent.
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Lenore Skenazy - president of Let Grow, a non-profit promoting childhood independence and resilience, and founder of the Free-Range Kids movement.
Lenore is a mother who lives in Queens and her controversial decision to let her then-9-year-old son take the New York City Subway home alone became a national story and prompted massive media attention. She was dubbed, "America's Worst Mom."
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Topics discussed in this episode:
What's the right age for a sleepover?
Get to know the families & ask the right questions
Talk to your child & go over the ground rules
Give them an out
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Coulson daughter #2 is working with children and getting a sense of what life is like post-school
Why traditions matter
Traditions give you a sense of identity
Traditions gather your family together
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Topics discussed in this episode:
I-spy
Spotto
I went to the shops and I bought
The alphabet game
Car cricket
Old MacDonald Had A Farm
Bingo
This Is The Song That Never Ends
Peel The Avocado
The Fart Game
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie's struggling with a particularly challenging child
The negativity bias
The importance of reflection
Justin plays Push Dad Off The Bed with his girls
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Problematic Internet Use and Depression
Fathers' Involvement in Infant Parenting
Over-responsive parenting
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Madonna shares about how she wrote her newest book Ten-Ager
What issues are 10 year old girls facing?
Friendships & the drive to fit in
Do our daughters know how to cultivate their friendships?
Labelling
Bullying
Physical fitness
Physical affection
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Topics discussed in this episode:
What happens to children whose parents pay them to succeed?
What are the cons?
Explore, Explain, Empower
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie shares the story of their first daughter learning how to drive. It didn't end well!
Fast is slow and slow is fast
Justin shares a story about working for his father & how he learnt about the process of induction
Kylie takes one of their daughters through the process of induction in laundry
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Does helping out our kids with forgotten items make us good or bad parents?
Justin shares how he dealt with a daughter who refused to put on her seat belt
"Autonomy supported parenting is hard work"
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Emotional work, admin work & project work
Kylie tests Justin on his level of involvement in the cognitive load
Justin & Kylie discuss what they do to share the load together
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Melinda shares about the story of Chanel Contost
Sexist culture grooms sexist boys
The porn industry is corrosive to connection
Consent education is setting the bar far too low
We must address the conditioning role of pornography
How can we teach consent in our own home?
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Watch Justin's viral Goalcast Video
Autonomy supported parenting
Do we trust that our children will make the right decisions?
Strength based parenting
Defining strengths
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Tonight's Happy Families Member Webinar on Parenting on the Same Page
John Gottman's research around how you not only take on a set of problems with your spouse or partner, but you become a set of problems for them
You can't change your spouse/partner
Trusting your partner
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Kylie went on a road trip with her girls & used some conversation starters with the kids
Kylie shares a story about something naughty she did as a kid
Justin has started running with his daughter every morning & they came across an obstacle
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie discuss 3 pieces of research
Teenagers & sleep
3 E's of effective discipline
Boys & reading
How our children have faired during Covid19
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Susie shares about how she got to this point in her career
Comparing how our parents parented vs how we parent
Permission to parent the way you want to
Learn to say yes/no when you want to
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Topics discussed in this episode:
A sneak peek into what they'll be discussing in Book Club tonight
Kylie shares about a not-so-nice memorable experience from school
We are wired for resilience
Fixed mindsets
Justin shares the story of Olly Neal
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Making friends gets trickier the older we get
Has it become taboo to just show up at a friend's house?
The positive impacts of sharing intimate relationships with those around us
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Justin took one of his daughters on a Daddy-Daughter date
Kylie shares about an experience she had with their youngest daughter
208 I'll Do Better Tomorrow
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Mature content warning. This is not an episode suitable for children Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie speak with Rebecca Sparrow
Who is responsible for teaching students about consent?
What are we missing when teaching our children about sex?
Consent isn't only about sex
Personal boundaries
Permission & respect
Justin reads from his book Miss-Connection, page 204-206
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Gossip is a healthy form of curiosity
How to foster boredom in your children with the down sides
Susan answers some rapid fire questions from Kylie & Justin
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Kylie shares some sneak peeks into this week's Book Club topics
The marshmallow experiment
Self control can be taught
Adversity, Belief & Consequence
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin's life motto is "Always bite off more than you can chew!"
3 tips to help you create margin in your life
"The things that matter most must never be at the mercy of the things that matter least." - Steven R. Covey
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Topics discussed in this episode:
The Coulson's experienced a first in over 20 years of parenting
Justin's decided he's not paying up anymore!
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Justin & Kylie had a rough night with their youngest in their bed
What is the best time to put the kids to bed?
Routine is everything
Sleep hygiene
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How do we help our children become more curious?
Allow children opportunities to be surprised
Let go of the idea that you need to be right and to know everything
Learn the pleasure of not knowing things
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Sneak peeks into what you'll be learning from 9 Ways to a Resilient Child
Responsive parenting
Why are winners less resilient?
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Cathy joins Justin & Kylie on the podcast & shares her thoughts on 21 Days to a Happier Family
Where does the sense of inadequacy come from for parents?
Justin shares an excerpt from his book 21 Days to a Happier Family
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Kylie shares a funny story about how her gym sessions are going
Justin shares about their quarterly getaway
The youngest Miss Coulson has been struggling getting back into structured life
Justin shares about how he apologised to one of his daughters
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Topics discussed in this episode:
A listener wrote into the show with a curly question for Justin & Kylie
Could there be an indirect impact on our children based on what we say about ourselves?
Intergenerational transfer of cognitive mindset
Tips on how to filter our own mindsets
Self-talk
Our words create our worlds
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Susan shares about her childhood & her family now
How do you balance the tension between letting children have a childhood vs giving their children opportunities via extra curricular activities
One of the most important things parents can do with their children (and it's not hard!)
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Topics discussed in this episode:
The theory behind homework
The benefits of homework
What are Justin's grievances with homework?
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Justin shares a sneak peek into tonight's webinar, Teaching Kids Kindness.
Justin & Kylie share what they were like as a big brother & sister
What are the skills a parent needs to be a good parent?
Justin shares a simple but effective technique for how to deal with sibling conflict
Why is 'punishing in private' terrible advice?
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin needs to do better at remembering to put the bins out
Parenting is not about the children, it's about the parents
Kylie shares the moments that make mother heart sing
Justin had a terrible, no good, very bad week
Parenting is the ultimate self developing course
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Topics discussed in this episode:
3 secrets to strengthening your relationship as a couple
Connection is being seen, heard & valued
Justin shares what he does every time he passes Kylie
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Justin & Kylie speak with Michelle Mitchell about her new books on puberty
Justin & Kylie share about their Birds and the Bees talks with their parents
Kylie asks Michelle a curly question
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin shares about a Facebook post that didn't quite go to plan
Kylie shares about a time she was completely misunderstood in a Facebook post
Get curious, not furious
Turn your hearts toward each other
The importance of face-to-face communication
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie have a listener call in and ask them a question about how to juggle extra curricular activities
What is an appropriate age to begin extra curricular activities?
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Kylie shares how she made the most of their Australia Day
We have to create moments - they don't always happen on their own
Hear the whole Coulson family serenade you with an Australian classic
Sometimes our biggest mistakes give us the best insights
Justin shares one of his recent parenting regrets
Sometimes it's really hard to practice what you preach
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Jessica Rowe joins the podcast for a special episode
Find out why Jess's daughter's lunchbox made national headlines
Lunchbox tips
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Micromotives
Is the standard path for you?
WHY are you passionate about the things you're passionate about?
The most important thing you can do for your kids.
Pursue what fulfills you
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin copped some slack for his music choices
Justin & Kylie answer a question from a listener about how to get her kids to do their chores
Kylie explains the 10 Minute Tidy and why it works for them, as well as other chore strategies
3 key principles to remember when it comes to chores
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Topics discussed in this episode:
The importance of couples discussing decisions that will impact on family life
Sacrifices that mums make
Timing - not now, but one day
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie share their first review under 5 stars
Justin shares how he turned around his bad mood & saved the night
Justin & Kylie have been reading Michelle Mitchell's puberty books with their girls
Download the Happy Helpers Chore Chart
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Topics discussed in this episode:
The bucket metaphor
Your morning starts the night before
How to wake up with connection, rather than correction or direction
Don't tell, ask.
Use gentle reminders
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How to get your kids engaged in learning
Should every child go through 13 years of school + university?
How to deal with children who want to make life choices you disagree with
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Ticking off the back to school checklist
Second hand uniforms
Should I really buy the expensive shoes?
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time
The difference between shame and guilt
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Justin practiced mindfulness with their 6 year old by using a special technique
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Justin & Kylie share a question from one of our Premium Members, whose daughter was involved in a terrible cyber bullying situation.
Justin offers his advice for parents in this situation
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Todd introduces himself and tell us how he got to where he is now
Justin & Todd relate to each other's stories of struggling in standardised education
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How we can make our New Year's resolutions work
What actually is the definition of a goal?
Goals vs habits
3 things that get in the way
Don't rely on willpower
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Kylie is going back to school!
Justin gives us a sneak peek into the Facing First Day Fears webinar
Orientation
Emotion coaching
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Kylie shares how she plans to slow down the pace in 2021
Justin shares a metaphor about juggling rubber & glass balls
Kylie has plans to go back to school in 2021
Justin & Kylie want to have more intentional conversations with their kids
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Topics discussed in this episode: Each member of the Happy Families team shares their most memorable Christmas
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Topics discussed in this episode:
If you tell your children the truth about Santa, are you ruining the magic of Christmas?
Children learn to lie through observation
Santa is often used to manipulate children's behaviour
How to tell them the truth
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How to avoid materialism in your children
Don't try to keep up with the Jones's
Get creative
Plan ahead
Change the focus
Be an example
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Winter Christmas vs Summer Christmas
Justin serenades us with his rendition of Aussie Jingle Bells
Justin & Kylie share some of their Coulson family traditions
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Things we never thought we'd say before becoming a parent
“The hours that ordinary people waste, extraordinary people leverage.” - Robin Sharma
Kylie gives us an update on how the kids' Christmas tree decorating went
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Topics discussed in this episode:
What time is it okay for the kids to start eating junk food?
How to stay out of the kitchen on Christmas day.
Should Santa bring the big or the little gifts?
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Justin & Kylie share some tips on how to survive the Christmas holidays with the whole family
Plan out your holidays and include the children in the planning
One activity a day
Change things up
Get the kids involved
Get your mindset right
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Kylie shares a great tradition that their family does together to give to others
Secret Sisters in the Coulson house
Brand new science released tells us that we can actually create kids who want to give
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Guess who is the gift-giver in the Coulson family!
What should the focus be on Christmas Day?
Focus on your faith, the family & others
Zero agenda
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie share some of the feedback they've been receiving for the podcast
Kylie learns to let go of the Christmas decorating control
The Coulson family have a new Christmas tradition
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Kylie shares her struggle with her mental health while being a young mother
Our mindset around the idea of Me Time is actually the bigger issue than the Me Time itself
Me-Time is supposed to help you recuperate, regenerate & reassess
Recreation time should re-create us
We Time = High quality, intentional family time
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Topics discussed in this episode:
How can we regulate our emotions and stop being triggered so easily?
Think about the parent that you want to be. Be your best self.
So much of emotion regulation is about being prepared
Talk positively to yourself in the third person
Marc's daily tips for parents who want to regulate their emotions
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin & Kylie answer some rapid fire Christmas conundrums
Gift giving
Gift cards vs gifts
Buying for the extended family
Present reveal vs letting everyone open their gifts at once
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Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie shares some advice for parents who are tired of hearing the question "What's for dinner Mum?"
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I'll Do Better Tomorrow - a time to reflect on what's happened over the last week & what we can learn so that we can be better parents tomorrow
It's so much easier to be a better parent when you have someone actively supporting you. Lean on your village
Kylie shares her struggle with not being able to give one of her daughters the love and support she needed in the moment
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Topics discussed in this episode:
What is emotional intelligence?
R.U.L.E.R
The difference between disappoint and anger
Are all emotions really okay?
Your children can't trigger you
How to validate your child's feelings
Emotion themes
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Choose your timing
Plan it out and present a united front
Highlight what is staying the same and what is going to change
Keep it as harmonious as you can
Signs to look for in children that aren't coping with the separation
How to build hope
Surround yourself and your children with your village
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Justin & Kylie speak with nutritionist, Sue Statham from Nutricia Careline about the importance of immunity in early childhood.
Foods that promote the growth of good bacteria.
How to encourage our kids to enjoy healthy foods.
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Topics discussed in this episode:
What is perfectionism?
Excessively high personal standards & extraordinarily critical in personal evaluations.
Self-oriented perfectionism, other-oriented perfectionism & socially prescribed perfectionism.
What to do if you are a perfectionist.
The Perfectionism Paradox.
When we avoid mistakes we limit our learning.
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Topics discussed in this episode:
A sneak peek into The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline
The fundamental flaw in the way people understand discipline
The actual definition of discipline
Children are people too
People matter, things don't
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Justin shares the story of a listener who had a parenting win
Kylie shares her feelings about one of their teenage daughters who has started dating
Learning to let go
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Justin & Kylie discuss who was the favourite child in their childhood homes
Whether there is a favourite or not, children's perception is actually what matters most
What are the triggers that make children feel like there's a favourite in the family?
Research shows that we're more likely have a favourite when the child is easy to get along with
There are no positives when it comes to favouritism
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Justin & Kylie open up about their personal struggle with Kylie's hormonal cycle
If you're struggling, please seek medical help
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Topics discussed in this episode:
The history of Time-Out
Praise and rewards, just like punishments, are really about power
The positive reinforcement we're removing during time out is LOVE
Time-out ruptures your relationship
Time-out communicates the conditionality of our love
We have to work out a way of doing things WITH children, rather than doing things TO them
Children should be loved for who they are, not what they do
What to do instead?
We need to move beyond behaviour
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Great holidays don't just happen. You need a plan.
Match your holiday activities with your family's energy levels
Check out your friends' holidays for ideas
Tripadvisor reviews
Local city council websites
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BDAS
Justin & Kylie discuss their journey as parents from where they started to now
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Kylie shares sweet stories of two of their daughter's emotional moments
Justin shares some tips on how to help our children through grief
Avoidance reinforces anxiety
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The Tooth Fairy made a visit to the Coulson household
What's an appropriate age to start dating?
Get curious, not furious. Ask questions.
Discuss the natural consequences of dating
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Marc shares about his traumatic childhood, his Uncle Marvin and how their relationship led him to his career in emotional intelligence.
How to encourage your child to open up to you about how they're feeling
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How to find your own village
Justin & Kylie discuss their multiple inter-state moves
Kylie shares ways that she has found to help make friends
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Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie both share an experience with two of their daughters.
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Justin & Kylie discuss how to making your afternoons run smoothly
Let them have some down time
When should you start homework?
How much screen time should you give your child?
When's the best time to go over your child's day?
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Is acceptance or rejection going to bring out the best in your child?
How to respond when your child does something completely 'unacceptable'.
The 3 most important words your child can hear
Your child may BE accepted by you, but do they FEEL accepted?
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When children are constantly praised for doing 'the right thing', they start to feel as though they're only lovable when they behave
If kids feel like there are strings attached to their parents love, it gets in the way of healthy development
Dr Justin shares a wonderful moment with one of his daughters
Care that has to be earned isn't worthy of being called care
If there's unconditional love present, praise is unnecessary. And if unconditional love is not present, praise is certainly not going to help
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Topics discussed in this episode:
Every family has their own rules
Strategies for parents
Find your village
Decipher if it's something you child is mature enough for
Involve your children in decision making
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Justin & Kylie receive some feedback about their podcast from their nieces
Justin shares the story of the gold flecks
What are the gold flecks in your family life?
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Kylie shares a story about her very difficult morning
What are your parenting triggers?
Triggers can be controlled
H.A.L.T.S
How did Kylie pull the morning together?
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Creating family traditions
The Coulson Christmas stocking tradition
Traditions don't just give us memories and roots, they also gives us optimism & hope for the future
Justin's favourite birthday traditions
Some traditions are born out of hardship
Be intentional with your family time & traditions will create themselves
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It's been a difficult year for the class of 2020
What motivates your child?
Is University right for your child?
How to help your child discover their passion & the skills they'll need to make it a reality
You need to know who your child is, not who they are 'meant to be'.
Our children are the experts in them.
Should we be encouraging gap years?
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Shane Warne's 21 year old son Jackson receiving heat on Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here for his fussy eating habits.
Justin & Kylie discuss their 10 year old fussy eater
Creating family food rules
Justin is regular human and thinks coriander is disgusting. Kylie is from another planet and says she enjoys it.
Food neophobia
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Intention is critical
Weekly couples inventory
3 questions to ask each other
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How we can help initiate our sons into adulthood
When contemporary culture doesn't offer rites of passage, they will create their own
Youth today are competing with the world, not just their community
Tribal instincts
What can parents/teachers/schools do?
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The bucket metaphor
Your morning starts the night before
How to wake up with connection, rather than correction or direction
Don't tell, ask.
Use gentle reminders
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Justin & Kylie's second daughter graduating year 12
Career or character?
Justin's transition from his successful radio career into psychology
University is not for kids, it's for adults.
It's not about getting your kids through university, it's about getting university through them.
Full time earning or full time learning.
Take the pressure off in year 12.
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How much is too much screen time?
It's okay to have screen time & to use social media.
6 C's of screen time - Consumption, Creation, Connection, Content, Context & your Child
Active vs passive screen time
How to pull your children away from screens & into quality family time
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Justin & Kylie tell us all about their terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day.
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You can get mindless obedience in the short term if the reward is juicy enough or the punishment is awful enough. What you can never get is a child who is happy, more ethical, more compassionate, caring or more of an independent thinker.
When the tradition of harmless pranks turns into despicable and illegal acts. How did we get here?
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Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Lenore Skenazy - president of Let Grow, a non-profit promoting childhood independence and resilience, and founder of the Free-Range Kids movement. Lenore is a mother who lives in Queens and her controversial decision to let her then-9-year-old son take the New York City Subway home alone became a national story and prompted massive media attention. She was dubbed, "America's Worst Mom."
Parents have been struggling with their teenager's mood swings since the dawn of time. There is a better way!
Dr Justin Coulson speaks with John Maclean - an Australian triathlete, rower, and motivational speaker. John had a promising rugby career in his youth but he became a paraplegic after being knocked from his bicycle by a truck in 1988. It was what he did next that changed his life.
Australia has recently been listed as the second in the world for bullying. How did we let this happen and what can we do about it?
Whether it be Facebook, TikTok, Instagram or Snapchat, if your kids are on social media they ARE going to exposed to things you don’t want them to see. So what’s the appropriate age for social media? How long can we keep our kids wrapped safely in bubble wrap? And when do we start to remove some of those layers?
Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Doctor Ethan Kross about teaching our children (and ourselves) how to learn to harness self control.
In response to the suicide that has been circulating on social media this week, Dr Justin spoke with the ABC about how to talk with our children about it.
In this special podcast, Justin guides us through:
- the different reactions our children could be having to being exposed
- how to respond to those who are trying to exploit the footage for social capital
- the questions to ask your kids that will help them express their own thoughts and feelings
- how to counteract the dehumanisation that often occurs when violence is portrayed through screens
- how to empower your kids to utilise their own moral compass when it comes to online content
Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Dr Renee Engeln about how our cultural obsession with appearance hurts our daughters.
Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Professer Sarah Coyne about her 20 years of study on the impact of media on children & families.
Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Mem Fox about her childhood growing up in Africa and how those experiences shaped who she would eventually become as not only an author, but a mother.
Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Dr Justin Patchin, a global expert on teens & technology, about adolescent online behaviour.
Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Jessica Rowe about the difficulties she’s faced as a mother and why she calls herself a ‘crap housewife’.
Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Dr Kathryn Modecki about the true impact of mobile phones on our families.
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Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Professor Wendy Grolnick about her work in the psychology of parental control. They discuss the 3 things that parents can do to make their families happier.
Welcome to Season One, Episode One of Parenting in Perspective. This week Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Ant Williams about his career in sports psychology, his accomplishments in free diving and how doing so has taught him life lessons that helped him become a better parent.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses the purpose of parenting experts and why it’s a good thing that modern day parents are so engaged.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses how parents can cope with their child’s changing moods and temperaments.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses what step parents can do to foster genuine connections with their new step children.
Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Dr Amy Graham about technology & our children, from the perspective of teachers.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses how we can best support our children in what they’re passionate about, even if we disagree with their convictions.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses how we can make sure our children have fond memories of their childhood.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses effective ways that we can manage our most difficult challenges.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses the best ways to help our anxious children return to school without tears.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses what we can do when we’re struggling with the uncertainty that comes with COVID19. He suggests ways that we can cope and even find peace.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses the best way to reduce conflict & disrespectful talk in the home.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses how extroverts & introverts can live cohesively in tight quarters.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses lowering expectations & taking the pressure off homeschooling, as well as 5 things that children need to be well.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses how we can create some respite for ourselves while juggling work and school from home.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses how you can manage your teenagers when they’re behaving like toddlers.
Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Renee Jain about how we call all learn to cope within the Coronavirus epidemic.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses how single parents can manage the daily struggle of the bedtime routine.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses how we can help our children find their tribe and in turn, find themselves.
Dr Justin Coulson & his wife Kylie Coulson on how to help your child who is struggling with low self esteem.
Meet Mrs Happy Families – Justin’s wife Kylie Coulson. Justin & Kylie discuss how their relationship & family are effected by Justin’s career as a parenting expert.
Dr Justin Coulson on how to get your kids self-motivated to play outside and away from their screens.
Dr Justin Coulson gives advice on how you can keep up with your child during the teenage years.
Dr Justin Coulson answers the question “When is the right time to tell your kids they need to fend for themselves and move out?”
Dr Justin Coulson on how Dads can navigate a relationship with their teenage daughters through an awkward time.
Just like dollars are the currency of our economy, attention is the currency of our relationships. Dr Justin Coulson on what Time Poor Families can do to connect effectively.
Dr Justin Coulson answers the question, If our child is feeling left out, what can we do?
Dr Justin Coulson discusses how to Explore, Explain and Empower to guide children’s behaviour.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses the 3 things you can do to help your kids find their tribe.
Contrary to what you might think, kids don’t like bickering with each other! They just don’t have the communication skills. Dr Justin Coulson on how you can guide them.
Dr Justin Coulson addressing autonomy in children and how to encourage them to live expansively
Dr Justin Coulson on Anxiety. How do we recognise it in our children, and what do we do?
Dr Justin Coulson discusses the blanket ban for VIC state primary schools on mobile devices and why this is in the best interests of the kids.
Dr Justin Coulson discusses the response to the 60 Minutes story “Won’t Stop, Can’t Stop” (2nd September 2018), about teenagers addicted to computers, and gives practical advice on how to handle your tech-addicted child or teen.
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Dr Justin Coulson and Julie Inman Grant: E-Safety Commissioner, discussing how to handle your children being exposed to inappropriate content and teaching them to react appropriately.
Dr Justin Coulson on setting boundaries, getting teenagers to “do as they are told”, and the 3 E’s of effective discipline.
As parents we have got to be having the conversations with our kids from around the age of 8 or 9, because chances are they are going to come across it in one form or another, on average, by the time they are 10 or 11. We’ve got to be talking to them early. And that means we’ve got to know how. Listen to Dr Justin Coulson’s advice on how to approach this sensitive topic. Please note: this podcast discusses explicit material
Dr Justin Coulson discusses why are our kids lacking motivation and what you can do about it.
“When I was a kid”… Dr Justin Coulson answers whether or not “I turned out fine” validates making some parenting decisions.
“Am I never supposed to be without him?” Dr Justin Coulson discusses the crucial developmental stage of We Time and gives practical ideas for exhausted parents.
When do parents step in when their children are being bullied? Dr Justin Coulson helps parents understand the best way to deal with their children being bullied.
Dr Justin Coulson helps parents to understand the difference between discipline and punishment and explains the three fundamentals of effective discipline – both in public and in our homes.
How do you help your child when they feel hopeless? Dr Justin recommends having a goal, a pathway and a belief. Listen to the episode to find out why. Find more like this in the Happy Families Shop:
The Fortnite craze has taken over the world! What should we do about it? Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop:
Little kids = Little problems Big kids = Big problems Adult kids = Well, that’s the topic for this week’s podcast. Find more like this in the Happy Families Shop:
Dr Justin says that punishing our kids makes them selfish – even if we are punishing them because of their selfishness. Listen to the episode to find out why. Find more like this in the Happy Families Shop:
I recently joined Kerwin Rae on his Unstoppable with Kerwin Rae podcast to discuss how to raise resilient kids. Warning: Kerwin drops some coarse language towards the end of the episode.
As parents, we want to make sure we give our children the best opportunities possible. But getting the balance of extra curricular activities right can be difficult. Find more like this in the Happy Families Store:
What do you do when your 2 year old refuses to go to bed? In this episode, Dr Justin provides some suggestion on how to calm our children and help them get to sleep. Find more like this in the Happy Families Shop:
How do you help your child develop critical thinking skills and feel confident in expressing their opinions? In this episode, Dr Justin Coulson looks at this question from lots of different perspectives from confidence to curiosity. Find more like this in the Happy Families Store:
!The adolescent years can be a difficult time. How can you, as a parent, help guide and protect your teenager? In this episode of the podcast, Dr Justin explains how to develop good relationships with your child. Find more like this in the Happy Families Store:
We spend a lot of time critiquing young people for spending too much time on their phones, yet we as parents are just as guilty. In this episode of the podcast, Dr Justin gives his thoughts on the matter. Find more like this in the Happy Families Shop:
When is a good time to step in, or when to step back and let our children handle the situation? In this episode of the podcast, Dr Justin discusses when and how it a parent should intervene. Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop:
How do we cope when our teens stop listening and start rebelling? In this episode of the podcast, Dr Justin discusses what to when teens want to break the rules and push the limits. Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop:
The number of prep kids getting suspended is growing at a concerning rate. In the latest episode of the podcast, Dr Justin discusses the reasons behind this and things we should think about. Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop:
Research has revealed that almost 9 in 10 Australians say that their smartphone is their number 1 companion- ahead of their parents and their pets! In this episode of the podcast, Dr Justin weighs in on this concerning fact. Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop:
Schoolies is known for teenagers making silly decisions. In this episode of the podcast, Dr Justin discusses how do we deal with this end of school tradition. Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop:
On this episode of the podcast, Dr Justin discusses the time when our daughters turn from little princesses into the spawns of satan. Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop.
In the episode today, Dr Justin discusses the phrase “post traumatic growth”, which is elaborated in more depth in his book “9 Ways to a Resilient Child”. Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop.
Is Halloween ok? Should we take part in this holiday? Dr Justin shares his thoughts on the topic in this episode. Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop.
In this episode, Dr Justin explains the importance of having down time for both children and adults. Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop.
Did you know that the way we set up our home can impact our children’s education? Dr Justin explains how something as simple as having books in your house can make all the difference. Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop.
This episode talks about balancing safety and fun- Should you be allowed to roll down a hill and risk getting hurt? Should we get rid of the monkey bars just because someone broke their arm? Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop.
Where is the line when it comes to discipling someone else’s child? Dr Justin gives some suggestions and thoughts on this topic in this week’s episode. Find out more on this topic in the Happy Families Shop:
How much privacy should you give a teenager? In this episode, Dr Justin talks about finding the balance between freedom and control. Find more like this is our Happy Families Shop:
What is the best way to discipline your children? That’s the topic of discussion in this week’s episode. Find more like this in our Happy Families Shop.
Love languages are often discussed when it come to romantic relationships, but what about in the family? In this episode, Dr Justin discusses the value of time and understanding.
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What do you want to be when you grow up? This episode discusses character vs career. Find more on this topic in the Happy Families Shops:
Spending time together as a family is extremely important. In this episode, Dr Justin talks about setting aside time every weekend for communal activities.
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In an ever-evolving world, we have become more reliant on technology. In this latest episode, Dr Justin discusses the use of screens and social media in the family. Find more on this topic at the Happy Families Shop:
Do you feel like you are being pulled in a million directions? Is balance in life really achievable? Dr Justin says no! Instead, let’s focus on being intentional. Listen and found out how!
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Is it ever OK to ignore your children? Typically people think that by ignoring tantrums the problem will go away. But does it? Here are some alternative strategies you can try.
How do we respond to our kids when they come to us with questions about the BIG ISSUES? Dr Justin gives us some great tips and insights that will arm you with the right tools when the need arises.
Dads and sons. It can be a very special relationship. How can we nurture that connection, especially as those bright eyed boys become troublesome teens?
Both mums and dads are spending more time with their kids than ever, which is great! But is the time we are spending with our children today “quality” time?
How do we warn our children of potential dangers without disempowering them? Dr Justin gives some practical suggestions on how to have those difficult conversations.
Every parent wishes their children would listen to them more. But, how well do we really listen to them? When we stop, look and listen to our children we are letting them know that they are worthy of our time. In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin Coulson shares some simple strategies for making sure your children receive the one-on-one attention and nurture they deserve. Links mentioned in this episode:
- What Your Child Needs From You
- Have Dr Justin speak at your school or organization
- Toilet Training: As easy as one, two, wee
- Stop, Look and Listen to Your Kids
- 7 Ways to Really Listen So Your Child Shares More
- 18 Ways to a More Resilient Child
- Please turn off your phone
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Sleep is not a luxury item, but many of today’s teens aren’t getting enough and it’s having a detrimental effect for many of them long into the future. Devices have crept into the bedroom and many teens are losing sleep because they’re spending all night on social media and playing games. A recent study has found that a teenager that is always tired is 4.5 times more likely to commit a crime as an adult. In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin looks at the research from this study and explores some of the circumstances that cause this link. Links mentioned in this episode:
- 21 Days to a Happier Family
- 21 Days to a Happier Family Online Video Course
- Have Dr Justin speak at your school or organisation
Related articles:
- Why a teenager’s brain is like a Ferrari with bicycle brakes
- Kids need smart parents, not smart phones
- My teen treats our home like a hotel
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We’ve all had ‘one of those days’ with our kids where we seem to butting heads with each other all day. There’s no avoiding it. Those days do happen. So how do we survive them as parents and ensure our children continue to thrive? There is no one simple answer – different situations call for different solutions. In this week’s episode Dr Justin Coulson shares some ideas to keep in mind and give a go next time you’re having ‘one of those days’. Links mentioned in this episode:
- Parenting workshop with Dr Justin Coulson (DVD/Download)
- Have Dr Justin speak at your school or organisation
- The kids are out of control
- How do I control my child’s outbursts
- My 4 year old goes from angel to absolute #devilchild
You talk and you talk and you talk and there’s a blank look on their face. You ask a question and they walk the other way as if they haven’t heard you. So you ask louder, then you yell and shout to get our child’s attention. Does it work? No. But you still do it over and over again. In this week’s episode Dr Justin Coulson shares his top 3 tips to get your children to really listen. Links mentioned in this episode:
- 21 Days to a Happier Family book
- 21 Days to a Happier Family online video program
- Have Dr Justin speak at your school or organisation
- How do I get my 3 year old to listen?
- Why doesn’t my 4 year old ever listen?
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Kids these days are addicted to their devices. My child spends way too much time on screens. How do I get my child to put down his phone and go outside? One of the biggest concerns for modern parents is the amount of time their children are spending on screens and the effect this is having on their health, relationships and wellbeing. But while we are all busy being so concerned, research tells us that parents aren’t setting a very good example and this is having a detrimental effect on our relationships. In this week’s episode Dr Justin will help you identify if you have a technology problem and shares some simple ways to modify your behaviour that will have a big impact on your relationships with each other and with your kids. Links mentioned in this episode:
- Have Dr Justin speak at your school or organisation
- Parenting Workshop (video seminar)
- Is my mother-in-law ruining my child with screens?
- 5 Ways to set screen time limits with your children
- How to banish tech and make mealtimes matter
- What do you get when you cross a toddler with an ipad
- Please turn off your phone
- Kids need smart parents, not smart phones
Resources:
- FREE Technology Tickets
- FREE Colourful Connection
- Super Solutions for Technology Troubles
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Does it matter how old you are when you have children? It’s a controversial topic and there is no definitive answer. In this week’s episode Dr Justin Coulson looks at the research, in particular a recent correlational study looking at the advantages and disadvantages associated with the age a mother is when she has a child. Dr Justin explains how health and physicality, stability of relationships, life experience, psychological maturity and psychological flexibility all play a part in the type of mother you’re likely to be, depending on your age.
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Time Out Is Not Your Only Option
- Have Dr Justin speak at your school or organisation
- Controlled Crying: Is it safe?
How to be the best parent you can be, no matter what age:
- What Your Child Needs From You
- 21 Days to a Happier Family
“When I was your age…” We’ve all heard our parents say it and some of us may have even said it ourselves. Every generation believes children are losing the art of respect. In this episode Dr Justin explores:
- the difference between obedience and respect and how it is unfair to our children to confuse the two
- how to deal with a child who has anxiety issues and whose behaviour may be perceived by others as disrespectful
- the problem with asking for respect in disrespectful ways
- the importance of modelling high levels of respect in our everyday lives
Links mentioned in this episode:
Have Justin speak at your school or organisation 21 Days to a Happier Family
You may also like:
- 6 Strategies for Respectful Relationships
If your child was the victim of sexting would they tell you? And if so, would you know what to do? In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin Coulson shares a personal story regarding one of his daughters who received a request for nude images from a so called friend. Find out how Dr Justin dealt with the situation and what he learned from the experience.
“Sexist, abusive and toxic messages are everywhere in the media. The exploitation of girls and young women rockets through primary school and into the teens. But it’s in the younger years that we can make girls strong and free. 10 Things Girls Need Most outlines a radically different girlhood – more connection with nature, more time, peace, affection, and no pressure to start school young, to compete or worry about their looks or clothes.”
Whether or not smacking children is effective or even acceptable is a topic that polarises people in today’s society. Many believe we’ve become too soft and need to bring back ‘old-school’ parenting – without shame or remorse. Those who are in favour often make the argument that they were smacked and still turned out fine. But, imagine if our children grew up saying they turned out well because of the way they were parented rather than in spite of the way they were parented. In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin Coulson explains how discipline is different from punishment.
If you’d like to discover simple strategies and ideas for disciplining your children in ways that work, and that reduce or eliminate parental guilt then download my ebook Time Out is Not Your Only Option today (just $9.99). The principles and strategies you’ll read are based on some of the very best psychological research that the world has to offer. And when you begin to practise them you’ll notice the difference in your children, and they will notice the difference in you.
Establishing a routine is important for children and adults. We do better and feel more secure when life is predictable, and we get more done. A lot of parents don’t like the idea of a routine because they think it means there is no room for flexibility and spontaneity. In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin Coulson explains how to implement a simple routine that allows you to have fun and flexibility, but also gives you a framework to come back to when things aren’t going right.
For more on the benefits of routine and how to implement one that works for your family, take advantage of our special offer to save $50 off my 21 Days to a Happier Family online video program. Click here and enter the coupon code ‘PODCAST’.
Family, parenting and marriage – all of these are important relationships in our home and they can be tough work sometimes. To make them work, we need to make them a priority. In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin Coulson talks about marriage. Quality time with our spouse or partner can often go by the wayside, especially when our children are of an age where they need a lot of attention. So how can we give our marriage the attention it deserves? This week, Dr Justin shares some simple to implement tips to keep your marriage on track.
Do you lose your cool with your kids? Do you feel like you’re constantly yelling? In this week’s podcast episode I share my top 4 tips for keeping our anger in check and stay calm and be kind to our children (even when we think they don’t deserve it).
No parent is perfect. We have all been totally terrible parents at some time or other. This week’s podcast episode is a humorous look at what makes a totally terrible parent (and a gentle reminder of how to be a great one).
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We all know the phrase “sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” And while this may be the case for adults (but not always), unfortunately, when it comes to our children, it’s just not true. The words we use with our children when they are displaying challenging behaviour can be just as damaging as if we were smacking them. Scientists have found that the same areas of the brain light up when we experience psychological pain from verbal punishment as when we experience physical pain. That’s why it is so important to choose the right words when speaking to our children. In this week’s podcast episode Dr Justin Coulson explains the 7 things we should never say to our children and what to say (or do) instead.
Do we need to teach our kids to “toughen up”? Are we molly-coddling our kids too much?
We all want our children to succeed but we are often so tired or busy that it’s often easier to do things ourselves. Unfortunately, this takes away all those small opportunities for our children to develop resilience.
In this episode Dr Justin Coulson explores the idea of resilience and de-bunks some common myths. He talks about finding the right balance between holding your child’s hand and stepping back to allow them to gain the competence, and thus the confidence, to do things for themselves or face challenging times.
For more on building resilience in your child check out Dr Justin Coulson’s book 9 Ways to a Resilient Child
In this podcast episode Dr Justin Coulson will help you discover your child’s love language so that you can always make sure they know they are loved.
Inspired by The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman, Dr Justin identifies the two major love languages that everyone speaks – TIME and UNDERSTANDING – and explores the three additional love languages – TOUCH ME, TELL ME, SHOW ME – which differ from person to person.
He explains that when we can identify someone’s love language and then express love to that person, in the way they like it to be expressed, it is wonderful for the relationship. And this applies to our children too.
What does it mean to nurture and admonish our children? In this episode Dr Justin explores the concept of nurture and admonishment and shines some light on the true meaning of admonishment and how it can help us in parenting our children. The dictionary definition of nurture is to “protect, support, encourage and give time and interest and affection”. Most would agree this is a pretty good description of good parenting if you want to raise a child who thrives. So what about admonishment? Most people think admonishment means to criticise or condemn. However, the dictionary definition of admonish is to provide “gentle or friendly reproof” or to provide “counsel or warning against fault and oversight”. This alternate way to look at admonishment is very useful when we apply it to parenting. In this podcast episode Dr Justin explores the concepts of nurture and admonishment and shines some light on how the true meaning of admonishment can help us in parenting our children.
In this episode Dr Justin talks about Time Out as a punishment and why it doesn’t work. If you want to learn more about effective discipline techniques, check out Dr Justin’s ebook Time Out is Not Your Only Option available for instant download.
Studies show that Australian kids aren’t doing enough active play and aren’t taking part in as much active transportation as they used to (eg. walking or riding a bike to school). The current obesity epidemic in Australia is just one symptom of this.
In this podcast episode Dr Justin discusses the reasons why Aussie kids are not spending enough time outside, the detrimental effect that this has on their wellbeing and what we as parents can do about it.
If you’re interested in learning more about a healthy digital diet for your children check out Dr Justin’s Super Solutions for Technology Troubles for Children from Toddlers to Teens and also his free Technology Tickets.
When life puts you in a tight spot, don’t ask, ‘Why me?’ Instead, stand tall and say, ‘Try me!’ We’ve all heard the term ‘Post Traumatic Stress’ but what about ‘Post Traumatic Growth’? What if instead of letting life’s challenges and difficult times make us anxious and stressed, we focused on how the experience would strengthen us? This simple change in perspective can be extremely empowering as it allows us to look at adversity as an opportunity to build strength and character. It reminds us that we are who we are because of the challenges we have overcome. But how do we nurture this resilient mindset in our kids, and in ourselves? This episode explores the term ‘Post Traumatic Growth’ and explains how it can help us, and our kids, become more resilient. Post Traumatic Growth is explored further in the first chapter of my book 9 Ways to a Resilient Child.
When you’re a parent who works full-time, or even part-time, how do you prioritise connection with your kids? Whether we work from home or outside the home, our children want us in their lives and we want to be in their lives. But of course, that’s not always possible. It’s not always practical to go to every school event and sports game. How do we know which ones matter most? And how do we overcome the guilt when we really can’t be there? Our children need to feel like they’re important in our lives. But how do we do that when we have so many competing priorities? Creating clear boundaries, getting creative and keeping communication open is key. And it doesn’t have to take long! This podcast provides some simple strategies for making sure your kids feel like they matter (because they do).
Think of the times that your parenting has been its best. Those times where you were unconditionally there for your child and it felt right. Show Notes When I ask parents to tell me about those times, these are the answers I hear:
- Dinner time conversations
- Holidays with no agendas
- Weekends at the park or the beach
- Playing games in the lounge room
- Walking and talking
- The last ten minutes each night when I tuck them in and we just chat
It seems that time together, really focusing on one another, is the most profound and powerful way for us to build strong relationships and feel like great parents. No parent has ever told me they felt like they were being the best parent they could be while they did overtime at the office, snuck away for an anniversary weekend, or watched a late-night movie. While getting some ‘me-time’ or providing for the family can help us to be good parents, it seems that ‘we-time’, or time together has the potential to bring out the best in us and our kids. This podcast looks at five research-backed ways to help you be the best parent you can be, and also bring out the best in your children. In Ask Dr Justin we’ll look at guidance-based discipline for a little boy who won’t stop hitting mum. And information about how you can access a HUGE discount on the 21 Days to a Happier Family online video program.
In this podcast we’re looking at how to make the Internet Invasion – the Screen Tsunami – less cumbersome, exhausting, and outright punishing on the entire family. Show Notes Screens are here to stay and our kids are all over them! They know more than us in many cases, and they want to be on there! And when I ask parents what their biggest challenge is with tech, the answer is almost universal – we just want them to turn it off!
- 1:17 60 second psychology – what rules should parents have for tech… according to the kids?
- 3:08 What’s the biggest issue that your children face with tech?
- 4:48 How much are your children on devices and screens?
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5:40 How do you deal with children refusing to get off a screen?
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7:10 The Screen Tsunami
- 7:45 Screens and Relationships
- 13:25 Screens and Sleep
- 16:01 Screens and Wellbeing
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17:45 Top Tips for having a Healthy Relationship with your Phone
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20:10 3 minute therapy – Oppositional Defiant Disorder
- 23:58 3 minute therapy – Reward charts
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27:00 Five suggestions to help challenging children
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31:05 $50 Discount for the 21 Days to a Happier Family online program
For episode 14 of the Happy Families podcast we’re looking into discipline. What is it? How is it working for you? What makes for the best kind of discipline? We’ll investigate the 7 reasons punishments don’t work, and take a close look at what great discipline is all about. Show Notes A new segment starts in this episode: 60 second psychology. Today’s research article looks at the impact of parenting style on teenagers decisions around prosocial behaviour, friendship choices, alcohol and other drug use, and academic efforts… and the results may surprise you. And in my 3-minute therapy session a mum asks how to stop the cycle of abuse in her home. It’s an important and challenging question.
- 1:43 60 second psychology
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3:55 Punishment as discipline
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4:22 YOUR SAY: What do you think of when you hear the word, discipline?
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5:29 YOUR SAY: What kinds of discipline do most parents rely on?
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6:58 The really unusual response
- 7:18 What is punishment?
- 7:28 What is discipline?
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7:58 7 reasons punishment is bad for our kids
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11:58 YOUR SAY: How long does punishment work for?
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12:58 YOUR SAY: How does your family feel when you use punishment?
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14:00 What to do for discipline
- 18:40 Three minute therapy – stopping the cycle of abuse
In today’s podcast: Innocence lost. We’re talking about the public health crisis that is pornography and the way that it’s affecting our children. Note – In this podcast I’ll be discussing content that is of a highly sensitive nature. In the past few weeks I attended a conference about pornography and the way it harms young people. On Tuesday February 9, activist group Collective Shout hosted Australia’s first symposium on the harm that pornography does to children. Experts from all backgrounds agree: pornography is hurting our children. I’m going to spend some time sharing things that were reinforced at the conference that EVERY parent needs to know about – because the reality is that your children WILL see pornography. And in today’s podcast, specific tips for every parent for how to deal with pornography in your children’s lives. Show Notes The following resources and people can provide additional information for people who are interested in this topic: Basically… porn is everywhere. A report from the UK Children’s Commissioner. Website: It’s time we talked. Maree Crabbe– Reality and Risk Melinda Tankard Reist
- 2:40 Am I the only parent worried about this?
- 6:45 How old are children when first see pornography?
- 7:45 How children see pornography at school
- 12:45 Children are seeing pornography BEFORE they’ve ever held someone’s hand
- 18:30 How old should your children be before you talk about pornography?
- 19:20 What does pornography teach our children?
- 26:50 How does a 14 year-old girl get convinced to send nude images to a boy at school?
- 31:15 How do we talk to a child about pornography?
- 34:30 A sample conversation about pornography with your child
- 40:25 Wrap up
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Show Notes I speak to people almost every day who are struggling with their family relationships. Parents are tired of their children’s challenging behaviour. Children are stressed and struggling to live up to the perfection their parents demand. And frankly, some of the families I deal with are in real trouble… I remember one parent of a teenager who was tremendously aggressive, and I could not do or say anything that could convince him to consider that his attitude was toxic to his relationship with his daughter. It was all her fault. He wasn’t doing anything wrong… but the sad truth is he barely registered just how much trouble their relationship was in. In this podcast, we’ll review 5 ways we can know that our relationship is in trouble.
- 0:00 Intro
- 2:47 5 Ways to Know Your Relationship With Your Children is in Trouble
- 10:20 Three minute therapy: How to handle angry children
- 18:34 Are parents servants?
In this week’s podcast – Do you know someone who is always right? They can’t be convinced otherwise, even when they’re absolutely wrong. Show notes To start off this podcast, we’re going to get a little deep, and investigate how we do this as parents, and what it does to our children. I hope you’re open to exploring a little inside yourself, and considering how you see the world… because this is going to be a challenging thing to consider. And do you ever find yourself telling porky pies – little lies – to your children? One mum has told her daughter a BIG ONE… and she’s asked me for some advice in Dr Justin’s three minute therapy.
- 2:24 – People who are always right
- 11:12 – Three minute therapy – is it ok to lie to children?
- 17:37 – Tips for a happy family
Is there a way to be happy that feels best for you? Do you seek happiness in the same predictable patterns? Over recent decades, researchers have considered the different ways we might be oriented to happiness. They’ve developed a model of 3 orientations – or pathways – to happiness and we’ll explore them briefly in today’s podcast. Show notes I think it’s fair to say that we all want to be happy… and perhaps even “happy – er”. But how do we get there? What can we do to make ourselves lastingly happier? Is it even possible. Today, we explore 3 orientations to happiness – or perhaps we might call them pathways. These pathways are:
- Hedonic Happiness
- Engagement/Flow
- Eudaimonic Happiness
Throughout this podcast we’ll take a close look at each of these ways of being happy, and explore some simple things you can do to implement them more into your daily life.
Forgiveness is a challenge. Someone does something you don’t like. Forgiving them is not a typical reaction. Whether it’s as simple as having someone cut you off while you’re driving, or something as dramatic and horrific as being hurt, or having a loved one taken from you. Some might say, “Why should I forgive?” And others might say, “I refuse to forgive.” This podcast looks at what forgiveness is, what forgiveness is not, and then we dive into 5 steps to forgiveness that can eliminate resentment and anger in your life, and build greater positivity and happiness at a personal level, and in our families. I also offer some parenting advice to a mum whose daughter was involved in a car accident, and now she doesn’t want to drive in the car – and freaks out if things feel scary. Show notes Lack of forgiveness increases the body’s production of stress hormones, and impacts on our relationships and wellbeing. In contrast, choosing to forgive has a measurable impact on our physiology, and makes us happier. Here are my five steps to forgiveness:
- Acknowledge what happened
- Empathise
- Get perspective
- Let it go
- Repeat as necessary – and it will be necessary
We usually think that we’ll be ‘happy’ when we get that thing. It might be a job, a degree, a child, a child at school, a car, the house, the holiday, or something else we’re pining for. In this week’s Positivity Podcast, we take a look at something a little bit bizzare. While those things can – and do – make us happy, there’s something else much bigger, much more powerful, and far more life-changing that boosts our positivity AND makes the world (and the lives of others) phenomenally better. Also in today’s positivity podcast, I’ll chat with you about taming toddler tantrums. What to do, what not to do, and why. Show notes In today’s podcast there really aren’t any “tips” for me to share. However, you may be interested in the following links to articles that describe the research I’ve discussed here. Note, I’m not linking to the scholarly work if I’ve been able to find a simpler version to share. For more about giving money, see this article by Dunn and Norton. For more about how we spend our time (hedonic or eudaimonic behaviour), see this article by Mike Steger and Todd Kashdan. To know how helping helps make us happier when we are not being ‘controlled’, see this article by Netta Weinstein and Rich Ryan.
In this positivity podcast, I’m talking ‘optimism’ – not so much the glass is half full kind of optimism – although that’s important. Rather, I’m talking about looking for good things to come. And I’ll share some strategies to help you – and your children, your staff, or your students – to be more optimistic. For my Ask Dr Justin segment I’m answering a question from a mum who is thinking about leaving her partner, and wants to know if the kids will be ok. It’s a tough one, but I’ve got some ideas that should be helpful. Plus some announcements, and optimistic inspiration to finish off the podcast. Show notes Optimism is an antidote to depression, and it builds resilience. It gives us something to look forward to. Here are five strategies to develop and optimise optimism that I expand on in the podcast:
- Emphasise “yet”
- Focus on what you can control
- Focus on the end, rather than now
- Learn about mindsets, and our capacity for change
- Avoid the superficial
And the special bonus – talk with people about what they’re looking forward to! Especially the kids
In my last few podcasts I’ve talked about the problems with praise – and promised I would address the issue in full in a podcast. Now a warning – this one is a little sciencey, and I do talk about a lot of research. But that’s because praising children is something we’ve been told to do for decades, so for someone to say not to do it – well, that’s kinda weird. I’ll also help out a parent who is struggling with a toddler who keeps on lashing out and hitting. And I have one of those parenting hacks that are so obvious – but so easily overlooked – for when the kids are bored and need some stimulation. This week’s parenting hack Cushions and blankets… that’s all I’m saying here. You’ll need to listen to the podcast to find out why 🙂
In this week’s podcast we’re taking a look at the remarkably controversial topic of pocket money for kids. It seems like there’s no shortage of opinions about what age, how much, whether there should be increases and how often, whether it should be tied to chores… and so on. And parents devise some pretty elaborate pocket money schemes! I should know, because I’ve got one. In today’s podcast I’m going to tell you what researchers have discovered about pocket money, and how I have used that to develop a pocket money strategy that is stupendously successful for my family in terms of getting the kids excited about saving, but also helping them have a balanced, healthy approach to spending. I think you’re going to love it! In my Ask Dr Justin segment, we’ll take a look at what to do with a toddler who keeps getting into his parents’ bed in the middle of the night and interrupting EVERYONE’S sleep. And a cool parenting hack to keep your iphone safe from little hands exploring things you would rather they didn’t. Show notes How our family does pocket money:
- Create a budget for each child with savings, spendings, and donations.
- Set goals with each child to achieve with savings
- Track goals on a weekly or fortnightly basis in an exercise book so they can monitor their progress
- Offer mini-incentives to help them reach new and better targets
For more information about each of these, take a listen to the podcast. This week’s parenting hack Guided Access from Apple is a brilliant way of keeping your iphone safe, even when your children are using it.
In last week’s podcast, we were reminded of the wonderful things we can say to our children to build them up, make them feel amazing, grow their resilience, and improve family life. This week, we’re turning the tables and looking at some of those things we say to our kids in the heat of the moment – or because we don’t know any better – that can really hurt them. In this podcast, I’ll share 5 things our children need to hear from us as little as possible – or maybe even NEVER. Show notes What are the five things our children should never hear from us?
- You’re useless
- You’re so clever
- Why can’t you be more like…
- I wish I’d never had you
- Because I said so
For more information about each of these, take a listen to the podcast. This week’s parenting hack A great idea for helping little ones get their shoes on the right foot – placing a cut-in-half sticker into their shoes so that when the sticker matches up, they know they’re on the right feet.
The words we say have enormous impact on our children. All too often we get preoccupied and distracted, and struggle to talk with our children in the loving way they need. It’s one thing to eliminate the negative, but we need to know what to replace it with. In this podcast, I’ll share 5 things our children need to hear from us as often as possible. Show notes What are the five things our children need to hear from us every day?
- Thank you
- I’m sorry
- You tried so hard
- I love you
- What do you think?
For more information about each of these, take a listen to the podcast. This week’s parenting hack This week’s parenting hack is playing the “Yes/No” game… here’s a really fun youtube that shows you precisely how to play it.
Gratitude is a virtue that has received a LOT of attention from researchers in the past decade or thereabouts. It seems as though the most sure-fire way for many people to become happier is to be grateful. And because gratitude is such a simple concept for most people to understand (and because most people are fairly grateful anyway), it is a simple principle to practice in family life to improve everyone’s wellbeing, and make our families happier. Show notes How can gratitude make your family happier? In this episode I suggest that parents:
- Model grateful behaviour
- Have conversations about grateful things
- Create a gratitude tree
- Carry a gratitude rock
- Keep a gratitude diary/journal
This week’s parenting hack For great ways to connect with your kids, grab a copy of Hands Free Mama by Rachel Macy Stafford.
Welcome to this first episode of the Happy Families Podcast. In this episode, I’ll be chatting about habits around our routine that can make our family stronger and happier. Strong, happy families don’t happen by accident. We don’t wake up, do whatever we feel like, and magically have a family that functions just fine. Happy and strong families are the product of consistent, proactive efforts on the part of parents who make family a priority. In this podcast I’ll share 7 habits that happy families practice to strengthen their relationships and make their families function well. Show notes So what are the habits I recommend to make your family happier?
- Create a family focus. A shared vision makes decision making easy, and guides action.
- Have a parent retreat. Strong families are headed by strong couples who make time for one another.
- Take regular, simple, cheap time out as a family. Family holidays are achievable for most families with one person who qualifies for annual leave. And they can rejuvenate a family.
- Family dinner matters. Have a family dinner as often as possible.
- Device down-time. We need to disconnect so we can re-connect.
- Make weekends sacred. At least some of the time.
- Interview the kids. It’s amazing what we learn about their lives – and our families – when we really listen to our children.
And a bonus idea – family night once a week can make a big impact on the way your family interacts. This week’s parenting hack For great ways to know what movies and media are ok for kids, check out the following two sites:
- Common sense media
- Kids in mind