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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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    • Kids & Family
    • 4.9 • 134 Ratings

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.

    #857 Navigating Apps & the Digital World with Katie Davis

    #857 Navigating Apps & the Digital World with Katie Davis

    You can be a "good-enough" digital parent! Two questions every parent needs to ask when choosing apps or games for their child plus learn how to guide your child's relationship with screens in the best direction - guilt free! (Replay)

    Topics discussed in this episode - 


    Technology's Child: Digital Media’s Role in the Ages and Stages of Growing Up - by Katie Davis
    What are the risks for children under 3?
    Why are screens so compelling to kids?
    Using screens as the default "fix" when your child is upset or you just need a break
    Why screens are such an effective regulator (emotionally and behaviorally)
    Executive functioning and self-regulation
    'Bottom-up' vs top-down' process of attention
    "Educational" apps
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    • 19 min
    #856 What to Do About Mean Girls

    #856 What to Do About Mean Girls

    Girls can really struggle with friendship issues, particularly when lacking the maturity and skills to properly navigate these tricky situations. These powerful ideas and practical solutions will help you support your child when they encounter friend troubles - giving them options and building resilience without trying to jump in and "fix it".

     

    Topics included in this episode -


    The difference between boy & girl play
    Boys use their bodies, girls use their words
    Optionality equals resilience 
    Autonomy, and feeling seen, heard and valued
    When should the school get involved?
    Avoidance reinforces anxiety
    Things you can you do to help your daughter
    Why Your Kids Need a Tribe - a Happy Families article

     

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    • 19 min
    #855 Hitting Pause on Praise

    #855 Hitting Pause on Praise

    To praise, or not to praise, that is the question! Is praise actually decreasing your child's intrinsic motivation, and encouraging comparison and competition? Learn the science of how to praise a child - and why you really shouldn't! (Replay)

    Topics included in this episode -


    The way we give feedback to our children matters
    Why do people use praise?
    'Podcast Episode #150 "Unconditional Parenting, with Alfie Kohn"
    What is the right way to praise a child?
    Why we should end the praise craze - a Happy Families webinar
    The Most Important Words We Can Say To Our Children - a Happy Families article
    Asking questions
    How to help our kids listen to - and express - their inner voice
    The paradoxical effects of praise & criticism on perceived ability' - Meyer
    "That's Not Just Beautiful-That's Incredibly Beautiful!" - Brummelman
    'The effects of praise on children's intrinsic motivation' - Henderlong & Lepper

     

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    • 18 min
    #854 NY Times Bestseller Daniel Pink's Parenting Hacks

    #854 NY Times Bestseller Daniel Pink's Parenting Hacks

    Daniel H. Pink is the author of five New York Times bestsellers, including his latest, The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward. 

    His other books include the New York Times bestsellers When and A Whole New Mind — as well as the #1 New York Times bestsellers Drive and To Sell is Human. 

    Dan’s books have won multiple awards, have been translated into 42 languages, and have sold millions of copies around the world. He lives in Washington, DC, with his family. 

    Today on the podcast, Justin talks to Dan about his parenting style, parenting tips and thoughts on family life in a Happy Families Lightning Round.

    Hear more from Dan in Episode #629 as he talks with Justin about The Power of Regret

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    • 8 min
    #853 Developing Yourself or Finding Yourself?

    #853 Developing Yourself or Finding Yourself?

    Motherhood can often be accompanied by an overwhelming loss of identity. So how do you "find yourself" again?  Three things every mum should do in their quest to develop a sense of self; how to rewrite the script and the art of finding satisfaction and joy in life again. (Replay)

     

    Topics included in this episode -


    Kylie shares a recent article from Kylie's Corner (monthly articles written by Kylie exclusively for our Happy Families Premium Members).  
    Adult friendships
    Sense of identity - feeling lost or stuck?
    When life feels all-consuming
    Embracing discomfort
    Some big questions to ask yourself!
    Job satisfaction
    Who and what lights you up?
    Looking after yourself - a Happy Families article

     

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    • 15 min
    #852 Stop and Smell the Flowers

    #852 Stop and Smell the Flowers

    Are you constantly rushing your child? Is the "Mum guilt" creeping in? Practical solutions to building relationships, maintaining the fun AND learning how to slow life down a little.  (Replay)

     


    Intentional parenting
    Emotional regulation
    The importance of routine & structure 
    Breathing techniques
    Fast is Slow and Slow is Fast - a Happy Families article
    Transitions - a Happy Families article
    Creating margin - a Happy Families podcast
    What to do When Kids Won't Listen - a Happy Families article

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    • 15 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
134 Ratings

134 Ratings

jennymalanbarton ,

Love it

Thank you for a great podcast

3 Boys Mama ❤️ ,

A breath of fresh air!

Parenting is so hard, and everything I’ve ever heard from this lovely couple has been golden! They are real people who do real things and they share the good and the not-so-good. They make parenting feel so doable! Plus, their accents are just fun to listen to. Listen and you won’t regret it!

J. Cle. 216 ,

Fantastic show

I am an American in my 30s and the father to an 8 month old boy. I look forward to the new episodes every day. You all have made adjusting to parenthood extremely easy – regarding what information to believe and what to set aside.

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