The Juggling Act

We're joined today by mum-preneur and mum of three Bianca Monley who started the ready-made meal service Lifely. She opens up about her passion for food, the secret to her success and getting kids in the kitchen. Mel's dad ended up in hospital after having a fall, and she admits it's the first time she's realised they're getting much older. While Jules reveals Oli's strange Ned Kelly inspired obsession (no it's not theft!).

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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'.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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.  

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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. 

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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. 

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