Parenting Seminar With Dr Justin Coulson

Manningham Council

Join us for the 2026 Manningham Parenting Seminar: Resilience – Building stronger kids through life’s challenges.

At this free seminar, leading parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson will share practical ways to help children manage setbacks, build confidence and grow stronger through life’s ups and downs.

When: Wednesday 5 August, 7 pm to 8:30 pm

Where: Manningham Function Centre, 699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster

Cost: Free. Registration is required.

Reserve your spot

Dr Coulson is a psychologist, author and co-host of TV show Parental Guidance and popular podcast Happy Families.

He believes challenges are an important part of growing up. With the right support, children can learn to manage setbacks, build confidence and develop resilience.

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Dr Coulson will explore:

• what resilience is and why it matters

• why resilience is declining in our screen-focused world

• how play and face-to-face connections support life skills and resilience

• how low resilience affects children now and into adulthood

• practical ways to help your child build confidence, skills and hope.

This free event is for parents, carers and professionals.

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