The Juggling Act

The Juggling Act

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The Juggling Act episodes

  • The politics of kids parties and finding the right daycare fit

    In this episode, Mel and Jules are joined in the studio by Kidspot's Parenting Editor Nama Winston. This week they talk about the obsession with Bluey on TikTok, when to give up a seat on public transport and the stress that comes with planning a kids’ birthday party. 

    Want to share your thoughts on the episode? Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast. 

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    27 min
  • Roald Dahl is getting a sensitivity check and we have thoughts

    On this episode, Mel and Jules dive into the latest development in the Madeleine McCann case, Kate and Will’s cheeky PDA at the BAFTAs and the MAFS episode that gave us all a 101 on gaslighting. They also give their two cents on the Roald Dahl rewrite that has the internet all fired up. 

    Have something to say about the episode? Join the conversation via our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast.

    Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast

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    26 min
  • When a parent’s biggest fear becomes a reality

    On this episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Jules are joined by the incredible Madeleine West to talk about her powerful new podcast series and the harsh reality of child sexual abuse in Australia today. 

    Content warning: this episode will include discussions of child sexual abuse which some people may find distressing.

    To listen to Predatory, presented by Madeleine West and Gary Jubelin, head to CrimeX on Apple Podcasts or visit predatory.com.au

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    37 min
  • How do we go about sharing photos of children in 2023?

    Mel and Jules are joined by Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis to talk about the stories that got the internet all fired up this week. They talk about setting boundaries when sharing pictures of your kids on socials, how to go about taking kids out of school and the jump from mum-of-two to mum-of-three. And, of course, they give their totally objective thoughts on the latest installment of Magic Mike. 

    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 have a read.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min
  • Tokenism, ‘coregasms’ and the world’s best baby announcement

    On this episode, Mel and Jules talk about Rihanna's show-stopping performance at the Super Bowl, brands that won't stock larger sizes in-store and the Steph Claire Smith confession that had us all reinvesting in our gym memberships. They also get fired up over a controversial opinion piece about working mums in the public eye. 

    Have something to say about the episode? Join the conversation via our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast.

    Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast

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    32 min
  • Having the ‘money’ talk and meeting Healthy Harold (kind of)

    Mel and Jules are joined by educator Lisa Woodward to talk all things Healthy Harold and explore how the iconic school program is tackling topics like friendships and conflict for a new generation of kids. They also dive into managing social media for your children and the uncomfortable conversation on MAFS that we all needed to see. 

    Want more from Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast

    Have thoughts on today’s episode? Jump into our Facebook to join the conversation facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast.

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    30 min
  • Adults-only suburbs and the downfall of ‘gentle’ parenting

    In this episode, Mel and Jules are joined in the studio by Kidspot's Parenting Editor Nama Winston. This week they talk about the allure of child-free suburbs, a divisive new activewear range and the problems that arise with 'gentle' parenting.  

    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 have a read.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min
  • Marie Kondo does a 180 and no more mummy wine time

    Coming up on today's show, Mel and Jules dive into the stories that piqued their interest over the week. In this episode, they chat about yet MORE revelations from Spare, how stressful colouring-in can be and all their favourite bits from Pamela, A Love Story. 

    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 a read. 

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    26 min
  • The transition to big school

    Mel and Jules are joined today by Chloe Blake, an author and mum-of-three who wrote A Girls Guide to Starting High School after watching her daughter struggle with the reality of moving from Year 6 to Year 7. They also dive into the latest topic to divide TikTok: sleep school. 

    Want to get your hands on the book? Head to www.agirlsguidetostartinghighschool.com to purchase, where 20% of the proceeds for each book will go to supporting One Girl Charity.

    Have thoughts on today’s episode? Jump into our Facebook to join the conversation facebook.com/groups/thejugglingactpodcast.

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    23 min
  • Little kids, little problems

    Mel and Jules are joined behind the microphone by wonderful Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis, and this week they look at child-free weddings, 'hippy-dippy' baby names and all the bits of parenting they've found the hardest They also chat about two of the hottest stories out of the Royal Family this week.

    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 have a read. 

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    26 min

About The Juggling Act

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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…

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