Ask the expert
Having an expert on hand to give you sound, reliable advice based on up-to-the-minute research whatever the time of day or night is just so handy when you’re a mum. Our trio of health experts can help with medical problems that you’d normally ask your GP about, pregnancy and birth issues when you need to ask a midwife a question but it’s 3am or sensible parenting advice when your little darlings are turning you grey. In short, you’re not alone.
The first thing you should know about me is that I’m a parent. My wife and I have six children! And I admit that I find parenting incredibly challenging. That’s how I got here. more
Help! My son doesn't speak. Does he have autism?
Should you really worry if your two year old doesn’t talk that much? Dr Justin Coulson responds. more
Ask Dr Justin: How do I manage meltdowns?
Dr Justin Coulson answers the question so many parents ask! more
Ask Dr Justin: How do I stop my 15 year-old having sex?
Scientists have found that the younger a person is when they begin a sexual relationship, the greater the risk of depression and...more
Ask Dr Justin: Why don't you like rewards charts?
Dr Justin Coulson has six children but doesn’t believe in rewards charts. Here’s what he does instead… more
Ask Dr Justin: My son is playing online games too much
Please help! My 11 year-old seems addicted to YouTube, Instagram, and Minecraft. He is skipping meals, staying in his room to play...more
Ask Dr Justin: Dr Google can't help us with our 3 yr old. Can you?
If only the answers to all our parenting dilemmas were as easy as typing them into the computer! more
Ask Dr Justin: How do we bring two families together happily?
Not every blended family works like the Brady Bunch, so Dr Justin Coulson has some tips on how to make your situation work better… more
Ask Dr Justin: How do I raise brilliant boys when they're so challenging?
This poor mother of two active boys describes herself as “exhausted”, “disappointed” and “brutally...more
Ask Dr Justin: Why is my daughter such a quitter?
Are kids today lacking tenacity, and what can parents do to teach them how to persevere when there are so many distractions in modern...more
Ask Dr Justin: Is my new baby destroying our happy family?
Many parents describe to me that “No!” has become their three year-old’s favourite word. When I quiz them, they often realise that...more
My name is Dr Jeni Wellington. I’m a busy mum who also works as a GP. I’m here to take all of the questions you might have about keeping your loved ones safe, happy and healthy. more
Ask the GP: It’s not JUST a Virus
Our bodies are constantly under attack. All the time, everyday. Everybody’s body – my body, your body, your baby’s body. “Under...more
Ask the GP: should I worry about my child’s weight?
Is it normal for a healthy and active child to start gaining weight before puberty? When should you worry and what should you do?...more
Do I really need a private GP, or is a medical centre just as good?
Do you have the right health provider for your family’s needs? Dr Jeni Wellington gives us the low-down on making the best...more
Ask the GP: Help! My colicky baby won't sleep
Dr Jeni Wellington advises this exhausted mum on how best to deal with a colicky baby, and whether diet is to blame. more
Ask the GP: I'm ready for a second baby. How can I prepare?
You have both finally decided it’s time to expand your family and you’re so excited. You can’t wait to get started. But what...more
How to make the most out of your GP visit
Sick of dragging your feverish, snotty children to the doctor only to leave with absolutely no recollection of what you are meant...more
Ask the GP: All things periods, blood and 'that' time of the month
Even though every woman goes through it – there’s something about getting your period that’s a little bit awkward....more
Ask the GP: How much bleeding after birth is normal?
Having a baby changes a lot about your body … and one thing it certainly messes with is your ‘downstairs region’....more
Ask the GP: Does my child need urgent medical attention?
Everyone knows that kids get sick all the time, but do you know at which point home care is not enough? Kidspot’s resident...more
