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Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Dr Justin Coulson
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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.
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#1005 - 2 Books on Neurodivergence That You Must Read
Life can be really challenging for neurodivergent kids growing up in a world where they don't seem to fit in. Justin speaks with two authors about their fabulous books, and why representation in literature is so important for our children.
Square Me, Round World by Chelsea Luker is a collection of short stories describing what life can feel like when you are a person growing up in a world not built for you and Wonderfully Wired by Stacey Lucas-Toumbourou celebrates the strengths and differences of 100 neurodivergent individuals who changed the world
In this episode:
Square Me, Round World, by Chelsea Luker | Booktopia
The importance of representation
Raising neurodivergent children
Wonderfully Wired, by Stacey Lucas-Toumbourou
Related links:
Championing Neurodiversity: Helping Your Child Thrive in a Neurotypical World [Webinar]
'Supporting Autistic Children: Nurturing Neurodiversity' with Dr Justin Coulson & Dr Joey Lawrence [The Course]
Parenting an ADHD Child
7 Insights for Parents of Autistic Children | Chris Bonnello
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#1004 Ditching Screens as a Grown Up
Screen struggles are something that every family is dealing with - and not just with the kids! We share some small changes you can make to help you find a healthier and more balanced relationship with your phone.
Does it feel like your child knows exactly which buttons to push to trigger you? News flash: YOU are the only one that can choose how YOU respond! Learn how to increase your competence (and confidence!) in holding personal boundaries and regulating your own emotions, and watch your relationship with your child improve in the process.
In this episode:
We Are Social 2023 Digital Report
How to turn your phone screen to grayscale
Parental triggers
Neurodiversity
Setting and respecting boundaries
The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey
You choose your response
Parenting competence
Building relationships
Related links:
#565 Pushing Our Buttons
Why Our Kids Need Us to Set Limits
How To Be Less Tired
#379 How I Work with Amantha Imber
#240 Phones & Family Life with Dr Kathryn Modecki
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#1003 When the 3 E's Don't Work
Dr Justin’s 3 E’s (explore, explain, and empower) are the pillars of autonomy-supportive parenting. But there are times when they just do not work (we are all only flawed humans after all!). Today's tips will help you calmly and confidently navigate through the heat of these challenging moments.
In this episode:
The 3 Es of Effective Discipline: Explore, Explain, and Empower
Self-determination theory
Basic psychological needs of every human
Relatedness, competence, autonomy
Need-supportive parenting
High emotions = low intelligence
Being ok with our children's discomfort
Patience and practice
Fast is slow, and slow is fast
Neurodiversity
Turn towards your child in challenging times
Related links:
The Parenting Revolution, by Dr Justin Coulson
The Secret to Regulating Emotions
How to Fix a Problem Child
Little People, Big Feelings [The Free Webinar]
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#1002 Why Kylie Loves Snapchat
Connecting with your teenager on their terms gives you the opportunity to engage with their world in a meaningful way. Being on the same digital platforms as your child allows for greater understanding, better conversations, and stronger connections, keeping them safe along the way.
In this episode:
Connection - feeling seen, heard, and valued
The joy of Snapchat filters
Understanding our teenager's world
Doing housework with your child
Daddy-daughter dates
Related links:
Miss-Connection 7 Day Connection Challenge [Free Download]
Miss-Connection: Why Your Teenage Daughter “Hates” You, Expects the World, and Needs to Talk, by Dr Justin Coulson
You Did WHAT on Snapchat?!
Settle Down About Selfies
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#1001 Gentle Parenting Under Fire
'Gentle Parenting' is a mindset with an emphasis on the child’s feelings. It may sound lovely and calm, but in reality, this "way of being" has a tendency to indulge emotions at the expense of effective family functioning, leaving parents feeling like they are hanging on for dear life—exhausted, incompetent, and emotionally drained!
Justin and Kylie share four essential steps for parenting gently in a way that ensures our children feel safe, secure, and loved.
In this episode:
Defining "gentle parenting"
Parental Guidance Season 1
Different parenting styles
Gentle parenting the polar opposite of authoritarian
“The Rise of the Accidentally Permissive Parent
Anne Pezalla – Gentle Parenting Can Be Really Hard On Parents | The Conversation
John Gottman - Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child
Emotion coaching gone wrong
Indulging emotions at the expense of all else
Autonomy-supportive parenting
Kind and present parents
Boundaries and limits
Related links:
Emotion Coaching | The Webinar
The Secret to Regulating Emotions
What’s Your Parenting Style? - Happy Families Quiz
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#1000 Reflecting on 1000 Episodes!
Reflecting on 1000 episodes of Australia’s leading parenting podcast, we cover the highs and the lows of family life, from farewells to celebrations and everything in-between.
Today’s episode is a celebration of Kylie's big heart, Justin's big brain, the best of some really bad jokes, and of course, you, our wonderful listeners—our Happy Families family!
(With a special appearance from Hamish Blake!)
Related links:
#282 Better Together
#562 The Pursuit of Happiness
#853 Developing Yourself or Finding Yourself?
10 Things Every Parent Needs To Know - Happy Families
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