Dr Justin Coulson
Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
Deciding which parenting advice to follow? Join the thousands of mums and dads who turn to Australia’s most downloaded parenting podcast. Dr Justin Coulson and his wife Kylie bring real parenting solutions every day, cutting through the noise of modern advice with clear, practical guidance for every step of parenting. From early childhood challenges to the complexities of the teenage years, each daily episode offers simple, evidence-based strategies to help you feel more confident in your decisions and more connected to your kids.
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Dr Justin Coulson
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Latest episode
Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
#819 Collecting & Connecting 03.08.2023 9:06
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Discussing the response to the Barbie podcast Justin recycles Kylie has a moment with each of her 3 youngest daughters Highs & lows Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...
#818 The Most Ken-ergetic Movie Review of the Year 02.08.2023 21:10
Justin and Kylie give their reviews of the Barbie & Oppenheimer movies Topics discussed: Justin was not keen for the movie The recommended age to watch the movie The Patriarchy Femininity & masculinity Being the main character of your own story Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au See omnystudio.com/list...
#817 The Secret Sex Lives of Busy Parents (Part 2) 01.08.2023 15:59
*Content warning - This episode is not intended for children* Justin speaks with Dr Jennifer Finlayson-Fife about sex & intimacy Dr Jennifer Finlayson-Fife How parenting impacts your sex life Creating a space of rejuvination What to do when your child walks in on you What more people need to understand about sex Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions...
#816 Tween Relationships: How Young is Too Young? 31.07.2023 20:58
Justin and Kylie respond to a listener question regarding their daughter having a boyfriend at the age of 10. Topics discussed: Minimising access to smart phones Talking to our kids about relationships early and often Listening to anxiety and following that to stay safe Knowing that delaying relationships is in general a good idea Teaching kids to know their worth Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin...
#815 Boredom Bloggers Busted 30.07.2023 17:32
Justin & Kylie speak about whether or not children need to be bored Providing an environment that encourages learning Justin & Kylie confess what they got up to when they were bored as children What the data shows A boredom experiement What DO kids need? Being in relationship with others Change things up Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and...
#814 Fine, Fantastic or Flourishing? 27.07.2023 15:20
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time A gender reveal in the Coulson family Kylie's listening to all the old podcasts The Coulson's need to slow down Getting on the same page Purchase a ticket to Parenting ADHD [The Course] Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.co...
#813 Book Backlashes & Smacking Smackdown 26.07.2023 17:34
*Content warning - This episode contains topics that are not intended for children* Justin & Kylie share what's happening this week in parenting Controversial sex book pulled from Big W shelves after staff abused Psychiatrist claims parents should be allowed to give kids a 'little smack' Longitudinal study of kindergarteners suggests spanking is harmful for children’s social competence Find us...
#812 The Secret Sex Lives of Busy Parents (Part 1) 25.07.2023 23:12
*Content warning - This episode is not intended for children* Justin speaks with Dr Jennifer Finlayson-Fife about sex & intimacy Dr Jennifer Finlayson-Fife Shared responsibilities in the home Cognitive load Division of labour High/low desire Men vs women's sexual desires Justin shares a recent study about being mindfully present Virtue of desire & pleasure Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin...
#811 Who's Your Favourite? 24.07.2023 13:12
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about favouritism Do Justin & Kylie have a favourite child? Unconditional love Kylie shares an analogy about treating everyone the same What the research says about favouritism Being seen, heard & valued Explore, explain, empower Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happy...
#810 Structure vs Autonomy 23.07.2023 16:14
Justin and Kylie discuss a hot topic on social media Justin reads a listener's email about The Parenting Revolution Structure & boundary setting Competence Creating a sense of predictability Justin shares a story from his new book Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...
#809 It's What You Leave Out That Counts 20.07.2023 15:06
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Justin takes too much on and ends up crashing and burning The Coulson's go on a holiday without Justin Justin's washing machine analogy The Coulson's create a new game Time confetti Purchase a ticket to Parenting ADHD [The Course] Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questio...
#808 A 'Solid' 4 Stars AKA Kylie's Literary Smackdown 19.07.2023 18:57
Justin & Kylie share their list of favourite books they're reading at the moment Justin's reading Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir The Emotional Lives of Teenagers by Dr Lisa Damour Parenting Like an Australian by Damien Cave Just Kids by Patty Smith The Whole Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson Kylie's reading The Parenting Revolution - Dr Justin Coulson Grace Where You Are...
#807 She'll Be Right, Just Parent Like an Aussie 18.07.2023 20:42
Justin has a conversation with Damien Cave about his new book Parenting Like an Australian Damien talks about how he began surfing Understanding risk How adults live their lives Is Australian parenting leaning towards American parenting? Optimism Competence builds confidence Perfection vs proficiency Damien shares how he & his family are taking risks Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson'...
#806 You're Always Telling Me What to Do! 17.07.2023 19:30
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about autonomy Little People, Big Feelings Theory of mind Basic need for autonomy Reactance Importance of transitions Moments of connection Celebrating successes Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#805 Are Relationships Really 50/50? 16.07.2023 15:56
Today's podcast is inspired by Brene Brown's statement that marriage and relationships are never 50/50 in terms of energy, patience and kindness. So Justin and Kylie sat down to unpack this statement, and whether it holds true in their marriage. Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au See omnystudio.com/liste...
#804 Getting Out of the Rip 13.07.2023 19:14
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Justin & Kylie make a listener cry Justin goes for a surf Kylie shares how she struggles to support Justin when he's having a hard time The youngest Coulson gives a poignant prayer Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com...
#803 This Week In Parenting: Gentle Parenting Under the Microscope 12.07.2023 15:42
Justin & Kylie share what's happening this week in parenting Parenting is the perfect leveller Gentle parenting Parental Guidance viewers are slamming gentle parenting and I'm confused Devilish Dilemmas by Ginger Fox Mum shaming on Tiktok Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au See omnystudio.com/listene...
#802 Making Cents of Money Management for Kids 11.07.2023 13:54
Justin speaks with Yish Koh, MD from KIT Inflation, cost of living, interest rates New study published - Financial Capability Australian parents are talking to their kids about money Spending strategies Donating to charity The take-home message Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au See omnystudio.com/listen...
#801 Teen Boys - Yes, You Can Calm Their Farm 10.07.2023 20:37
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about angry teenage boys Self regulation Empathy. Congnitive vs affective. Power Masculinity High emotions = low intelligence Male role models Expanding your emotional vocabulary Atlas of the heart - Brene Brown Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au See omnyst...
Kill Stress with No Stress: How I Work Crossover 09.07.2023 18:28
Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. In this episode of the How I Work crossover series you’ll learn some low-effort and high-impact ways to remove reoccurring stressors in your life. Become a member of the Happy Families family Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...
#800 Me Time vs We Time 06.07.2023 14:09
Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Justin is struggling being a parent right now Justin's focusing on we-time Kylie is struggling with one of her daughters preparing to move out Autonomy supportive parenting Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au See omny...
#799 Un-brr-lievable Winter Winners 05.07.2023 17:23
Justin & Kylie chat aboout what to do during the cold Winter months The average teen uses 7-9 hours of screen time What Justin & Kylie did in Winter as kids What we can do when it's cold Fire in the backyard S'mores Camp out inside Paint n Sip sessions Crochet/knitting Beading Baking Slumber party Visit the elderly Guitar lessons Building websites Local library Puzzles Board games Card gam...
#798 When the Going Gets Tough 04.07.2023 11:02
Justin speaks with Brad Morgan from Emerging Minds Mental health What Emerging Minds has to offer Helping children make sense together Practical strategies to help Available resources Emerging Minds Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#797 Is Anxiety the Problem? 03.07.2023 18:12
Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about a traumatic family experience Happy 4th of July to our American listeners! Happy Canada Day to our Canadian listeners! What is anxiety? Anxiety is a healthy response to a stressful situation How to respond to anxiety Anxiety & trauma disorders Don't fight the emotion Say what you see - Name it to tame it The Emotional Lives of Teenagers by...
Keeping Fit and Staying Healthy the Easy Way: How I Work Crossover 02.07.2023 15:24
Staying healthy doesn’t need to be a pain. In this episode of the How I Work crossover series you’ll hear some tips and tricks to get exercise into your life in a meaningful way – no matter how busy your home and work schedules are. Become a member of the Happy Families family Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.c...
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