The secret ingredient every child craves for feeling loved and understood is their parent's undivided time and attention.

Discover why making small sacrifices in your busy schedule to connect with your kids can have a profound impact on your relationship with them.

In this episode:


Halloween


Fathers of Girls


QLD politics & corporal punishment


Kylie's riding, Justin's writing
Love is spelt T.I.M.E


Making time for the things that matter most


Intentional connection

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

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The secret ingredient every child craves for feeling loved and understood is their parent's undivided time and attention.
Discover why making small sacrifices in your busy schedule to connect with your kids can have a profound impact on your relationship with them.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>
Halloween
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://fathersofgirls.org/&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjg6uW2rLiJAxV7UGwGHRWxLigQFnoECAoQAQ&amp;usg=AOvVaw2MO7mN9JqP-LJUu85q1bQ9">Fathers of Girls</a>
</li>
<li>
QLD politics &amp; <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;amp;source=web&amp;amp;rct=j&amp;amp;opi=89978449&amp;amp;url=https://fathersofgirls.org/&amp;amp;ved=2ahUKEwjg6uW2rLiJAxV7UGwGHRWxLigQFnoECAoQAQ&amp;amp;usg=AOvVaw2MO7mN9JqP-LJUu85q1bQ9">corporal punishment</a>
</li>
<li>
Kylie's riding, Justin's writing
</li>
<li>Love is spelt T.I.M.E</li>
<li>
Making time for the things that matter most
</li>
<li>
Intentional connection
</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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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.

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#1113 - Connection is King

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*Listener discretion advised*

A concerned parent, Emily, has sent in a sensitive but increasingly relevant question. Emily’s seven-year-old son confided that his friend was suggesting inappropriate behaviours, including taking photos of private areas.

Listen in for guidance on handling difficult conversations, protecting children’s safety, and fostering trust.

In this episode:
Importance of a trusting parent-child relationship
Developmental appropriate behaviour
Girlfriend/boyfriend in primary school
Guidance on sensitive conversations
Steps for addressing friend's behaviour
Age-appropriate education on bodies, boundaries, consent
Empowering children
Ongoing vigilance and support

Related Links: 
Should our Young Children have Boyfriends or Girlfriends at School?
#1071 – Body Boundaries With Jayneen Sanders
7 Strategies For When Your Child Accidentally Finds Pornography
#898 Porn-Proofing Your Kids with Kristen Jenson

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*Listener discretion advised*
A concerned parent, Emily, has sent in a sensitive but increasingly relevant question. Emily’s seven-year-old son confided that his friend was suggesting inappropriate behaviours, including taking photos of private areas.
Listen in for guidance on handling difficult conversations, protecting children’s safety, and fostering trust.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Importance of a trusting parent-child relationship</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Developmental appropriate behaviour</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Girlfriend/boyfriend in primary school</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Guidance on sensitive conversations</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Steps for addressing friend's behaviour</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Age-appropriate education on bodies, boundaries, consent</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Empowering children</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Ongoing vigilance and support</li>
</ul>
Related Links: 
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/should-our-young-children-have-boyfriends-or-girlfriends-at-school">Should our Young Children have Boyfriends or Girlfriends at School?</a></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast/episode/1071-body-boundaries-with-jayneen-sanders">#1071 – Body Boundaries With Jayneen Sanders</a></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/7-strategies-for-when-your-child-accidentally-finds-pornography">7 Strategies For When Your Child Accidentally Finds Pornography</a></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast/episode/898-porn-proofing-your-kids-with-kristen-jenson">#898 Porn-Proofing Your Kids with Kristen Jenson</a></li>
</ul>
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#1115 - Q&A: Inappropriate Photos

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Why do our kids seem like they're never listening, no matter how many times we repeat ourselves? 

Today, we share nine practical strategies that can help you to communicate more effectively with your kids, reduce those frustrating moments, and strengthen family connections... without repeating yourself over and over (and over!) again.

In this episode:
Why repeating instructions doesn’t work
Common misunderstandings between parents and kids
How to improve communication

Related Links:
What To Do When Kids Won’t Listen
How to Get Your Kids to Really Listen [Ebook + AudioBook]

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Why do our kids seem like they're never listening, no matter how many times we repeat ourselves? 
Today, we share nine practical strategies that can help you to communicate more effectively with your kids, reduce those frustrating moments, and strengthen family connections... without repeating yourself over and over (and over!) again.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>Why repeating instructions doesn’t work</li>
<li>Common misunderstandings between parents and kids</li>
<li>How to improve communication</li>
</ul>
Related Links:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/what-to-do-when-kids-wont-listen">What To Do When Kids Won’t Listen</a></li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/shop/product/how-to-get-your-kids-to-really-listen">How to Get Your Kids to Really Listen</a> [Ebook + AudioBook]</li>
</ul>
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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#1114 - How Many Times Do I Have to Tell You?

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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:
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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Subscribe to the Happy Families newsletter

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

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>
Subscribe to the Happy Families <a href="https://happyfamiliesfamilyeducation.activehosted.com/f/40">newsletter</a>
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#1112 - Help for Halloween

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#1113 - Connection is King

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