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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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36:46

New year intentions and the loneliest part of motherhood

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2022/12/27

On today's episode, Jules explains why she's making New Year intentions instead of resolutions, a mum defends letting her 11-year-old drink coffee while another slams a store for selling her daughter a revealing dress. While Mel relates to a video talking about the 'loneliest phase of motherhood'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:21

Christmas burn-out, performative parenting and...

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2022/12/20

In our last episode before Christmas, Mel admits she's burnt out from trying to create festive magic, while Jules shares her thoughts on 'performative parenting' for Instagram. They also chat about the new legislation in NZ banning smoking for kids over 14, a new mum's Christmas haul and whether schools need to do more to protect our kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:42

Kathy Lette on menopause and parenting neurodiverse kids

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2022/12/18

Mel, Nina and Jules are joined by the queen of comedy fiction, Kathy Lette, to talk about why the best years of her life have been post-menopause and how she goes about parenting her neurodiverse son. They also dive into the pros and cons of school holidays and Jules also chats about whether she'd do a family reality show. Have thoughts on today’s episode? Jump into our Facebook to join the conversation facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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19:10

Drew Barrymore cancels Christmas and the best (worst)...

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2022/12/15

Nina and Jules are joined by Parenting Editor Nama Winston to talk through the stories that are trending on Kidspot this week. They chat about Christmas rituals they dread (Elf on the Shelf anyone?), what toddlers really want in their stockings and whether they'll be subscribing to the Drew Barrymore school of thought when it comes to gifts. Want to be a part of the conversation? Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast. Interested in this week's

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21:46

The robots are taking over!

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2022/12/13

On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Jules and Nina jump into some of the biggest stories from the week that was. They share all their hot takes on the Meghan and Harry documentary, chat about why kids swearing is the funniest thing ever and test-run the AI tech that is worrying teachers. Make sure you come and share all your thoughts on the episode via our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:52

But does Grandma really know best?

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2022/12/11

Mel and Jules are joined by author Louise Cummins to tackle an age-old problem: how to talk to your kids about Santa and get them to help keep the magic of Christmas alive for those who still believe. They also have a very honest conversation about discipline and teaching kids right from wrong, and try to decide whether going old-school leads to better behaviour. Have thoughts on today’s episode? Jump into our Facebook to join the conversation facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast.See

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23:11

The best kids party ever + the fight for time off...

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2022/12/08

Mel and Jules are joined by Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis to talk through the stories that sparked conversation on Kidspot this week. They dive into those coveted parent parking spots, the one-year-old who had the birthday party of our dreams and whether mums and dads should get priority when it comes to Christmas leave. Want to be a part of the conversation? 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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31:06

Crazy Christmas lists and next-level Elf on the Shelf

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2022/12/06

Coming up on today's show, Mel and Jules chat about Roxy Jacenko's daughter and her wild Christmas list, the reason couples stop having sex and all the parents that take Elf on the Shelf too far. They also chat about all their expectations when it comes to Harry and Meghan's documentary series and dive into the reality of the couple's historic Netflix deal. Make sure you come and share all your thoughts on the episode via our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast.See

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29:18

Emma Memma on music, empowerment and life after the...

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2022/12/04

Mel and Jules are joined this week by ex-Wiggle and children's entertainer Emma Watkins to talk all about feeling like the odd one out growing up, her dreams of being a dancer and the huge responsibility that comes with working with kids. She also delves into the beautiful relationships she's cultivated with her fellow Wiggles and their families, and what life looks like now as Emma Memma. Listen to Emma Memma’s Picnic Beats and Treats Playlist, exclusively on Apple Music. Want to chat about the

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19:04

Child-free weddings and the scary side of schoolies

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2022/11/29

Coming up on today's show, Mel and Jules dive into all the best and worst stories from the week that was. They chat about the horrible stories to come out of schoolies this year, how Kimmy K ended up addressing the Balenciaga scandal and the child crimes investigator who has revealed all the things she would never let her kids do. Share all your thoughts on the episode via our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast. Interested in this week's stories? Head to kidspot.com.au to have

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41:43

The Barefoot Investor on teaching kids good habits...

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2022/11/27

Mel and Fiona are joined this week by Scott Pape to chat about the Barefoot Investor's origin story, the importance of financial counselling and how the hell he's going to keep it all together as he transitions to being the stay-at-home parent for his four kids. Scott also lets us in on a few little secrets and stories from his latest book, Barefoot Kids: Your Epic Money Adventure. If you are experiencing financial difficulty, you can speak to a free, independent financial counsellor in your state

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26:48

Is wearing white to a wedding still a cardinal sin?

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2022/11/24

Mel and Fiona are joined by Kidspot editor Charlotte Willis to talk about the stories that are trending across the news cycle. This week they talk about the rules you put in place for your mother-in-law, bringing your kids on your honeymoon and how many Christmas presents is too many? Want to be a part of the conversation? 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 have a read. See

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33:01

The body ‘trends’ giving us the ick

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2022/11/22

Coming up on today's show, Mel is joined by the fabulous Fiona Falkiner for some hot takes on the best and worst of the news cycle this week. They chat about the liberal senator who thought women wearing trousers qualified as grooming children, the pain of seeing 'heroin chic' returning to public consciousness and Chris Hemsworth's all-too-real revelation about his pre-disposition to Alzheimers. Share all your thoughts on the episode via our Facebook group

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24:31

The kiss that changed everything

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2022/11/20

Mel, Jules and Nama are joined this week by Casey, a mum who had her worst fears realised when her newborn's swollen gland turned out to be something far more sinister. Learn more about the Starlight foundation, and get involved with the Super Swim challenge at https://bit.ly/SuperSwimJugglingAct Want to share your thoughts on the episode? Head to our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:37

How not to co-parent when it comes to Christmas

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2022/11/17

Mel and Nama are talking about all the clickiest stories from the week that was, covering the realities of a 'yes' day and diving into loving work more than your children. They also chat about the little girl who brings up erections non-stop (yes, you read that right) and the dad who went behind his co-parent's back and told their five-year-old that Santa wasn't real. Interested in this week's stories? Head to kidspot.com.au to have a read. Have a hot take you want to share from the episode? Join

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28:41

How far would you go to have beautiful children?

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2022/11/15

Coming up on today's show, Mel is joined by the lovely Nama Winston to talk about all the latest and greatest in the news cycle this week. They talk about all the tea spilled in Jennifer Anniston's Allure interview, a mum on TikTok who has been a little too honest about her thoughts on motherhood and the horrifying lengths some parents go to so they can have 'beautiful' children. Share all your thoughts on the episode via our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast. Interested in

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31:33

The heartbreaking reality of pregnancy loss

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2022/11/13

Mel, Jules and Nina are joined behind the mic by Ann Maree to talk about the death of her son Xavier, grief literacy in Australia and how she dealt with such a traumatic loss. She’s also her to chat about the Rainbow Baby Project, an incredible programme that’s offering support to bereaved families who are hoping to have another child. This episode will discuss pregnancy and infant loss, so please listen with care. For support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 To learn more about the Rainbow Baby

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22:08

Hidden pregnancies, ditching the lunchbox and a new...

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2022/11/10

Mel and Jules are joined by Kidspot editor Charlotte Willis to talk about the stories that are trending across the news cycle. This week they talk about the mum who managed to hide her pregnancy from everyone apart from TikTok, an election promise to trial free lunches in Victorian public schools and the Danish babies that are being left to nap alone in the cold. They also chat about a primary school mum’s unconventional approach to teaching her children about stranger danger. Want to be a part of

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33:51

Stay-at-home dads and a reality check on sextortion...

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2022/11/08

Coming up on today's show, Mel and Nina talk about the scary reality of sextortion and our children, and how to talk about staying safe online as a family. They also chat about all the latest in reality TV, Tony Abbott's bizarre new proposition and whether pet parents deserve the same rights and working arrangements as human parents. Make sure you join the chat and share all your thoughts on the episode via our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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