Family life is a constant challenge of working out where your priorities are at any moment: Justin and Kylie must choose between a quick weekend getaway and tackling their to-do list! Plus, the flow-on effect of reducing screen time usage, removing the family TV and cancelling Netflix has been revolutionary - but how did the Coulsons get all the kids on board?

In this episode:


A weekend of chores and to-do lists!
Creating margin
Being present
Super Saturday
Family meetings
Accountability and intentionality
Screens

Related Links:
The Screens Issue
#1045 – The Art & Science of Family Meetings

Doors are now open to the Happy Families Membership

NEW weekly kids’ ‘Print & Play’ subscription FELT (Fostering Emotional Learning Together)

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Family life is a constant challenge of working out where your priorities are at any moment: Justin and Kylie must choose between a quick weekend getaway and tackling their to-do list! Plus, the flow-on effect of reducing screen time usage, removing the family TV and cancelling Netflix has been revolutionary - but how did the Coulsons get all the kids on board?
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>
A weekend of chores and to-do lists!
</li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast/episode/866-time-crunch-moments-creating-margin">Creating margin</a></li>
<li>Being present</li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast/episode/44-super-saturdays">Super Saturday</a></li>
<li>Family meetings</li>
<li>Accountability and intentionality</li>
<li>Screens</li>
</ul>
Related Links:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/the-screens-issue">The Screens Issue</a></li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast/episode/1045-the-art-science-of-family-meetings">#1045 – The Art &amp; Science of Family Meetings</a></li>
</ul>
Doors are now open to the <a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/membership">Happy Families Membership</a> 
NEW weekly kids’ ‘Print &amp; Play’ subscription <a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/shop/product/felt-subscription">FELT</a> (Fostering Emotional Learning Together)
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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.

The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now.

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

#1062 - Who Let the Dog Out?

Halloween can be an equal mix of excitement for the kids and chaos for parents, right? And finding a balance between our children's desire for independence (to have fun, to explore, and to eat ALL the sugar) whilst maintaining a sense of safety is a challenge.

We share some practical tips to help make Halloween meaningful for your family, from building community connections to teaching social skills, plus some fun twists on the classic trick-or-treat! 🎃👻

In this episode:
Balancing fun & safety for kids
Setting boundaries & rules
Alternative Halloween celebrations
Trunk-or-treat
Cultural differences (gore vs fun)
Community & family bonding
Teaching social skills and life lessons

Related Links:
An Australian Halloween
Worried about too much sugar? Some helpful tips from 'Kids Eat In Color'

Don't miss the final intake for our Supporting Autistic Children Course with Dr Justin Coulson & Dr Joey Lawrence

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Halloween can be an equal mix of excitement for the kids and chaos for parents, right? And finding a balance between our children's desire for independence (to have fun, to explore, and to eat ALL the sugar) whilst maintaining a sense of safety is a challenge.
We share some practical tips to help make Halloween meaningful for your family, from building community connections to teaching social skills, plus some fun twists on the classic trick-or-treat! 🎃👻
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>Balancing fun &amp; safety for kids</li>
<li>Setting boundaries &amp; rules</li>
<li>Alternative Halloween celebrations</li>
<li>Trunk-or-treat</li>
<li>Cultural differences (gore vs fun)</li>
<li>Community &amp; family bonding</li>
<li>Teaching social skills and life lessons</li>
</ul>
Related Links:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/an-australian-halloween">An Australian Halloween</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=2438776656403137&amp;id=1883693531911455&amp;set=a.1897144497233025&amp;locale=hr_HR">Worried about too much sugar? Some helpful tips from 'Kids Eat In Color</a>'</li>
</ul>
Don't miss the final intake for our <a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/supporting-autistic-children-course">Supporting Autistic Children Course</a> with Dr Justin Coulson &amp; Dr Joey Lawrence
Find us on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/happyfamilies.au/"> Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@happyfamiliesau">TikTok</a>
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#1112 - Help for Halloween

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Is homeschooling right for your family? A rising number of Australian parents are questioning if this alternative path could truly work for them and their children’s unique needs. 

We delve into the realities of homeschooling with Brett Campbell, CEO of Australia’s largest homeschooling provider, Euka, as he shares insights, data, and tips that could transform the way you think about your child’s education.

In this episode:


Top reasons for homeschooling
Flexible schedule
Socialisation
Finding community
University Pathway – Grade 11 & 12 Options
Future Learners Podcast
Misconceptions about homeschooling

Related Links: 
#1042 – Work & Home School Life Balance
How to Help when School Sucks
#503 - Home Schooling 101

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Is homeschooling right for your family? A rising number of Australian parents are questioning if this alternative path could truly work for them and their children’s unique needs. 
We delve into the realities of homeschooling with Brett Campbell, CEO of Australia’s largest homeschooling provider, <a href="https://euka.edu.au/">Euka</a>, as he shares insights, data, and tips that could transform the way you think about your child’s education.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Top reasons for homeschooling
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Flexible schedule</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Socialisation</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Finding community</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://euka.edu.au/why-future-learning/university-pathway/#:~:text=This%20course%20includes%20Teacher%2Dmarked,course%20through%20alternative%20entry%20pathways">University Pathway – Grade 11 &amp; 12 Options</a></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://euka.edu.au/future-learners-podcast/">Future Learners Podcast</a></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Misconceptions about homeschooling</li>
</ul>
Related Links: 
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast/episode/1042-work-home-school-life-balance">#1042 – Work &amp; Home School Life Balance</a></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/how-to-help-when-school-sucks">How to Help when School Sucks</a></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast/episode/503-home-schooling-101">#503 - Home Schooling 101</a></li>
</ul>
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#1111 - Home Schooling 101 With Brett Campbell of Euka

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Are the classic birth order stereotypes of the responsible eldest, the overlooked middle child, and the free-spirited youngest really grounded in science—or are we just buying into myths?

Join us as we unpack the surprising research behind these family labels and discover what truly shapes your child’s personality, beyond their place in the sibling lineup.

In this episode:
Birth order stereotypes
What your sibling birth order does—and doesn’t—explain | VOX
Birth Order Theory - Alfred Adler
Gender roles & family dynamics
Family size, age gaps, & unique circumstances
Confirmation bias
Personality traits & birth order
Avoiding rigid labels

Supporting Autistic Children Course with Dr Justin Coulson & Dr Joey Lawrence

Find us on Facebook or TikTok

Subscribe to the Happy Families newsletter

Leave a voice memo here or email your questions/comments to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au

Are the classic birth order stereotypes of the responsible eldest, the overlooked middle child, and the free-spirited youngest really grounded in science—or are we just buying into myths?
Join us as we unpack the surprising research behind these family labels and discover what truly shapes your child’s personality, beyond their place in the sibling lineup.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr">Birth order stereotypes</li>
<li><a href="https://www.vox.com/even-better/353422/what-your-sibling-birth-order-does-and-doesnt-explain">What your sibling birth order does—and doesn’t—explain | VOX</a></li>
<li dir="ltr">Birth Order Theory - Alfred Adler</li>
<li dir="ltr">Gender roles &amp; family dynamics</li>
<li dir="ltr">Family size, age gaps, &amp; unique circumstances</li>
<li dir="ltr">Confirmation bias</li>
<li dir="ltr">Personality traits &amp; birth order</li>
<li dir="ltr">Avoiding rigid labels</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/supporting-autistic-children-course">Supporting Autistic Children Course</a> with Dr Justin Coulson &amp; Dr Joey Lawrence
Find us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/happyfamilies.au/">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@happyfamiliesau">TikTok</a>
Subscribe to the Happy Families <a href="https://happyfamiliesfamilyeducation.activehosted.com/f/40">newsletter</a>
Leave a <a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast">voice memo here</a> or email your questions/comments to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au

#1110 - Is Birth Order Legit, or a Sham?

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa326977-3de5-4283-9b8b-af3500c58607/clips/77628965-ae59-4e9f-ab84-b21600d0071d/transcript

#1062 - Who Let the Dog Out?

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