Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Topics discussed in this episode:Each member of the Happy Families team shares their most memorable ChristmasPurchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families MembershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families MembershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Material Parenting: How the Use of Goods in Parenting Fosters Materialism in the Next GenerationPurchase How To Unspoil The Kids This Christmas or find it in your Happy Families MembershipPurchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in your Happy Families MembershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in your Happy Families MembershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Purchase Teens, Tweens & Screens or find it in our Happy Families MembershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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? For a happier family, try our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen!Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: 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 Purchase Teens, Tweens & Screens or find it in our Happy Families MembershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 For links to the studies Justin mentioned, please click here & here.For a happier family, try our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen!Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Purchase a ticket to How To Unspoil Your Kids This Christmas or find it in your Happy Families Membership.Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in your Happy Families Membership.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Listen to episode #169 I'll Do Better TomorrowPurchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: 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 For a happier family, try our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen!Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Find Marc on his website.Marc's first and second episode on the Happy Families podcast.For a happier family, try our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen!Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in your Happy Families Membership.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode:Kylie shares some advice for parents who are tired of hearing the question "What's for dinner Mum?"For a happier family, try our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen!Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: 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 Head to our website for our Black Friday Sale.Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our Happy Families MembershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Marc's first episode on the Happy Families podcast.For a happier family, try our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen!Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: 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 Lucy Peach - The Power of The PeriodFor a happy family, try our Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen!Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: 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. For more information and resources, please visit: Nutricia Careline (visit the website to live chat, call on 1800 842 098, or email nutriciacareline@danone.com) AptaNutrition’s Parents' Corner #AptaExpert #AptaPartner #SponsoredFor a happy family try our Happy Families MembershipFind us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Purchase a ticket to The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our Happy Families Membership.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Purchase a ticket to The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our Happy Families Membership.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.