Anonymous asks, "My 3-year-old is asking questions about his absent father. How do I answer in a way that supports my young son's mental health and self-esteem?". Justin gives examples of a healthy and developmentally appropriate response to this difficult situation in a way that honours the father, supports the child, and also advocates for our anonymous listener.

Lisa, from Canada, is concerned that catching the school bus will potentially expose her 11-year-old daughter to explicit material. Justin shares some suggestions that will help every parent safely lead their child along the path to independence.

In this episode:
Single parent
Absent father
Mental health 
Answering sensitive questions age appropriately
Honesty and transparency
Children need to feel safe, secure, loved
Building independence, confidence & self-efficacy
Cocooning, pre-arming, deference
The Three E's (Explore, Explain, Empower)

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Related links:
How Do I Support My Daughter Now That I'm Divorcing? - Happy Families
Pornography Is The New Public Health Crisis - Happy Families
#898 Porn-Proofing Your Kids, with Kristen Jenson
Creating Confident Kids - Happy Families
Navigating Your Teen's Quest For Independence - Happy Families

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Anonymous asks, "My 3-year-old is asking questions about his absent father. How do I answer in a way that supports my young son's mental health and self-esteem?". Justin gives examples of a healthy and developmentally appropriate response to this difficult situation in a way that honours the father, supports the child, and also advocates for our anonymous listener.
Lisa, from Canada, is concerned that catching the school bus will potentially expose her 11-year-old daughter to explicit material. Justin shares some suggestions that will help every parent safely lead their child along the path to independence.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>Single parent</li>
<li>Absent father</li>
<li>Mental health </li>
<li>Answering sensitive questions age appropriately</li>
<li>Honesty and transparency</li>
<li>Children need to feel safe, secure, loved</li>
<li>Building independence, confidence &amp; self-efficacy</li>
<li>Cocooning, pre-arming, deference</li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/parenting-made-easyer">The Three E's (Explore, Explain, Empower)</a></li>
</ul>
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Related links:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/how-do-i-support-my-daughter-now-im-divorcing">How Do I Support My Daughter Now That I'm Divorcing? - Happy Families</a></li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/pornography-is-the-new-public-health-crisis">Pornography Is The New Public Health Crisis - Happy Families</a></li>
<li><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>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/shop/product/creating-confident-kids">Creating Confident Kids - Happy Families</a></li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/navigating-your-teens-quest-for-independence">Navigating Your Teen's Quest For Independence - Happy Families</a></li>
</ul>
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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.

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