In this episode Justin speaks with Kristy Thomas about being mindful of who is having a hard time this Mother's Day

Topics discussed in this episode - 
Feel The Magic
Insensitive questions from well-meaning kids & adults
What to say to your children that are struggling
Future planning is helpful
Validation
Avoidane reinforces anxiety (but be aware of timing & context)
Empower them to make their own choices
1/20 children have lost a parent by the time they're 18

Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au

In this episode Justin speaks with Kristy Thomas about being mindful of who is having a hard time this Mother's Day
Topics discussed in this episode - 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://feelthemagic.org.au/">Feel The Magic</a></li>
<li>Insensitive questions from well-meaning kids &amp; adults</li>
<li>What to say to your children that are struggling</li>
<li>Future planning is helpful</li>
<li>Validation</li>
<li>Avoidane reinforces anxiety (but be aware of timing &amp; context)</li>
<li>Empower them to make their own choices</li>
<li>1/20 children have lost a parent by the time they're 18</li>
</ul>
Find us on Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/happyfamilies.au/">Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families</a>
Email us your questions and comments at <a href="mailto:podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au">podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au</a>

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. 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

#759 Missing Mum on Mother's Day

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