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The Juggling Act

Hosted by Kidspot writer and mum-of-two Melissa Wilson, and businesswoman and mum-of-one Jules Robinson, The Juggling Act covers the latest opinions, challenges, expert advice, celebrity interviews, real-life stories plus much more for busy parents. This supportive, informative and totally relatable podcast aims to offer insight and advice for mums and dads to help them navigate their professional and parenting lives, plus the mess in between.

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20:17

Smiling lessons post pandemic

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2023/07/11

Japan has lifted restrictions around wearing masks, but people have forgotten how to live life without them. One thing people are realising they have forgotten is how to smile, with more and more people taking up Smile Education classes. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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31:46

Yumi Stynes wants to talk about sex

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2023/07/09

Yumi Stynes is a mum of four, podcaster, presenter and the co-author of the fabulous ‘welcome to’ series, written alongside the OG Dolly Doctor. Her latest book is called WELCOME TO SEX, and she’s here in the studio to talk all about it. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:05

Shapewear jeans: a blessing or a curse?

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2023/07/06

Kidspot Lifestyle Editor Leah Goulis joins Mel and Sarah Marie to chat about the stories that got the most clicks on Kidspot this week. Today they're chatting about going from one child to two, how often you should be refreshing your first aid knowledge and the magical Kmart jeans that have taken Australia by a storm. Want to share your thoughts on the episode? Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast. Interested in this week's stories? Head to

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29:16

A 101 on how to rake it in as a professional girlfriend

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2023/07/04

On this episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Sarah Marie are chatting about the Chrissy Teigan trolls that just won't stop, the wildest celebrity baby announcements and the Perth mum who has the job that we all want. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:23

Scott Stuart reveals the number one worry for Aussie...

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2023/07/04

Scott Stuart is a dad and the author of a whole bunch of children’s books including My Shadow is Pink. On this episode of The Juggling Act, he chats to Mel and Jules about the importance of empowering our children and how to teach them that sometimes our brain isn't always right. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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30:12

What do you do with a partner who won't parent?

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2023/06/29

Kidspot Parenting Editor Nama Winston joins Mel and Sarah Marie to chat about some of the stories that had everyone riled up this week. They break down a list of the top 10 Aussie influencers, the strange behaviour we see at school pickup and the neighbour who helped a mum realise that her baby wasn't getting the care they needed. Want to share your thoughts on the episode? Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast. Interested in this week's

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22:05

We need to talk more about period poverty

The Juggling Act ·

2023/06/27

On this episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Sarah Marie are talking about the state that's making feminine hygiene products free for everyone, the very personal story shared by Annastacia Palaszczuk in the wake of an investigation into Queensland's hospitals and a 108-year-old woman's secrets to a long life. This episode of The Juggling Act contains discussions around miscarriage and pregnancy loss, so please listen with care. For support or more information, visit

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29:36

Lucy Durack on why we all need a little pep talk

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2023/06/25

Star of the stage Lucy Durack has played Glinda in WIcked and Elle in Legally Blonde on stage in Australia, but now the mum-of-two has turned her hand to tech. Lucy and her co-founder Elise have created a new app called Hey Lemonade which serves up short pep talks from psychologists and award-winning Aussie writers to help us deal with the stresses of the day. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them

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29:54

Why are kids so gross?

The Juggling Act ·

2023/06/22

Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis joins Mel and Jules to chat about some of the stories that had everyone talking over the week that was. This week they're talking about one family's unconventional approach to swearing, Jennifer Anniston's natural greys and the worst kid clean-ups we've ever had to do. Want to share your thoughts on the episode? Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast. Interested in this week's stories? Head to kidspot.com.au to

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16:53

Beige flags and 'sharenting'

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2023/06/20

On this episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Jules catch up on the latest from the Royal family, the French government's new ban on 'sharenting' and the beige flag trend that has taken TikTok by a storm. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:00

Jaimie Bloch on her non-negotiable rules for kids

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2023/06/18

Jaimie Bloch is a child psychologist with MindMovers Psychology, but she’s also a mum herself and has six strong rules that she's instilling in her children. Mel and Jules join her in the studio to chat about their non-negotiables as parents, and how to raise your children to be good humans. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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23:24

Our verdict on the four-day work week

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2023/06/15

Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis joins Mel and Jules to chat about some of the stories that have gone viral this week. Today they're chatting about unaccompanied children on planes, starting a side hustle on your maternity leave and the bride who took offence after she asked for an honest opinion on her wedding dress. Want to share your thoughts on the episode? Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast. Interested in this week's stories? Head to

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17:55

Channing Tatum is the best dad and our favourite...

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2023/06/13

On this episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Jules chat about what Susan Boyle has done with her iconic BGT win, acceptance amongst children and when you can stop bringing a present to kids' parties. They also have a (healthy) debate over whether Firefly Lane is worth the hype. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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33:07

Sean Szeps gets real about the lack of support for dads

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2023/06/11

Podcaster and author Sean Szeps is reinventing the rules of parenting, and on today's episode of The Juggling Act, he opens up about how he’s always been drawn towards 'mothering' and what life was like when he thought parenthood was out of the question for a gay man. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:57

Competitive parents and the green-eyed monster

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2023/06/08

Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis joins Mel and Jules in the studio to tackle some of the biggest stories on the website this week. They unpack the Keira Knightley clip that struck a chord with parents everywhere, the kid who was excluded from the birthday cake and how the internet has spawned a new era of ultra-competitive parents. Want to share your thoughts on the episode? Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast. Interested in this week's

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21:50

We are getting behind "bed rotting"

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2023/06/06

On today’s episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Jules talk about the return of Samantha to And Just Like That, the MP who thinks standard school hours are 'sexist' and a new Gen Z term that we can get behind. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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33:22

Justin Coulson is our hero

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2023/06/04

Psychologist Justin Coulson is something of an expert when it comes to parenting - he's written books about it, hosted podcasts about it and he's currently co-hosting a second season of acclaimed series Parental Guidance alongside Ally Langdon. On this episode of the podcast, Justin is chatting to Mel and Jules about the new season of Parental Guidance, the most effective parenting style and the way he deals with conflict amongst his six daughters. Have things to say about this episode? Join our

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29:58

The babysitter who went rogue

The Juggling Act ·

2023/06/01

Kidspot Lifestyle Editor Leah Goulis joins Mel and Jules in the studio to talk about the stories that got the most clicks this week. They dive into more Bluey fan theories, what to do when your after-school care gets a bit rough and the babysitter that went viral after she posted photos of the children in her care without the parents' consent. Want to share your thoughts on the episode? Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast. Interested in this

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24:24

Egg freezing, scammers and what marriage could look...

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2023/05/30

On today’s episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Jules are chatting about Vivid, Kourtney Kardashian's fertility journey and why Gen Z could have healthier marriages than any other generation. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:44

Big Miracles' Sheila Verijarasa on finding love in...

The Juggling Act ·

2023/05/28

Sheila Verijarasa and her partner Tyson met during lockdown in her 40s, and now the couple are battling fertility issues as they fight to have a baby on documentary series Big Miracles. On this episode of the podcast, Sheila joins Mel and Jules to talk about falling in love in her 40s, the various fertility challenges she and Tyson have faced along the way and the next step in their journey to have a baby. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your

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