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
Why does my son bite when he's unhappy?
This mother’s 16-month-old is a happy boy. But when things get tough, he bites. Dr Justin Coulson tells us how to deal with...more
Is it my fault my son won't speak?
What can we do to help a toddler who just won’t use their words? Dr Justin Coulson helps this concerned mother. more
Help! Why does my son keep waking up at night?
Dr Justin Coulson helps this mum solve the mystery of night waking in her two-year-old son. more
Is it OK to discipline other people's kids?
Catching other people’s kids behaving badly can place parents in a sticky situation. If you’re not sure how to handle...more
Help! I really can't handle my interfering mother-in-law anymore!
After years of putting up with her interfering mother-in-law, Marianna is now fed up and needs help. Here’s how Dr Justin...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
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
