The Juggling Act

Well. This week has been a bit of a doozy. Sarah is still raging after a doctor suggested her toddler was overweight! What would you do? Plus, we're joined by the incredible Tina Bruce, an author who battled an opioid addiction after a traumatic birth. And, when You're in a financial crisis, what steps should you take to dig your way out? We speak to financial expert Canna Campbell to get her advice. Our hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah McGilvray. This podcast was produced by Nina Young. We've got a bit of a favour to ask; we'd love you to Subscribe to The Juggling Act in your podcast app and leave us a review. It only takes a few secs and helps other people discover The Juggling Act. Have you got a story that you think our listeners will want love? We'd like to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial  

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This week, we've been yelling. That's it, just yelling. How do you stop? Let's talk about it. Plus, Ada Nicodemou stops by to talk about where she sees her Home and Away career going and how she let go of perfection in parenting. And, are employers allowed to lookover you for promotions because you're a parent? We speak to a lawyer to find out. Your hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah McGilvray.This podcast was produced by Nina Young.We've got a bit of a favour to ask; we'd love you to Subscribe to The Juggling Act in your podcast app and leave us a review. It only takes a few secs and helps other people discover The Juggling Act. Have you got a story that you think our listeners will want love? We'd like to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial  

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This week we help out a listener facing a dilemma with her son who doesn't want to go to school. Mel and Sarah debate about when how far parents should go intervening in our kids social lives if they're having problems. Plus, the lovely Matt Shirvington joins us to talk F45, secondary infertility and the secret to a long lasting marriage. Your hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah McGilvray.This podcast was produced by Nina Young.We've got a bit of a favour to ask; we'd love you to Subscribe to The Juggling Act in your podcast app and leave us a review. It only takes a few secs and helps other people discover The Juggling Act. Have you got a story that you think our listeners will want love? We'd like to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial  

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Who hasn't dreamt of quitting their 9-5 grind and jetting off on a round the world trip. It seems to good to be true, but Author Evie Farrell and her daughter made it happen. Hear how she did it and how it's working out for her in this week's ep. Plus, when does being thrifty turn into being a tight-arse? And Mel puts on her judgy pants about taking kids out at night, what do you reckon? Your hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah McGilvray.This podcast was produced by Nina Young.We've got a bit of a favour to ask; we'd love you to Subscribe to The Juggling Act in your podcast app and leave us a review. It only takes a few secs and helps other people discover The Juggling Act. Have you got a story that you think our listeners will want love? We'd like to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial  

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Social media often only shows us the positive parts of life, but as parents, are we letting each other down by not being more honest? This week we're joined by Sally Obermeder and her sister Maha, who tell us why they are open about all parts of their lives. Plus: We talk to an expert about how to organise your schedules when you're having trouble co-parenting with an ex, and Sarah talks about in-law insecurity.Your hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah McGilvray.This podcast was produced by Nina Young.We've got a bit of a favour to ask; we'd love you to Subscribe to The Juggling Act in your podcast app and leave us a review. It only takes a few secs and helps other people discover The Juggling Act. Have you got a story that you think our listeners will want love? We'd like to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial  

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This week we're joined by our fabulous new co-host Sarah McGilvray and we talk everything from our fears about work shelf life, to whether or not you should 'dose and drop' at Daycare. The wonderful Ryan Fitzgerald (AKA) Fitzy also stopped by to talk about tough love parenting, mentors and the lessons he learnt from his own dad.Your hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah McGilvray.This podcast was produced by Nina Young.We've got a bit of a favour to ask; we'd love you to Subscribe to The Juggling Act in your podcast app and leave us a review. It only takes a few secs and helps other people discover The Juggling Act. Have you got a story that you think our listeners will want love? We'd like to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial  

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Let's face it, some days we don't have time for a shower, let alone a few burpees and lunges, but former Biggest Loser trainer, Libby Babet stopped by the studio to tell us about how she makes time for fitness as a new working mum and how you can too. Hint: It's about priorities and saying goodbye to things that don't matter. Plus, Mel and Sarah talk about death, school choices and separation anxiety - it's a big ep, so dive in and join us. Your hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah Harris.This podcast was produced by Nina Young.We've got a bit of a favour to ask; we'd love you to Subscribe to The Juggling Act in your podcast app and leave us a review. It only takes a few secs and helps other people discover The Juggling Act. Have you got a story that you think our listeners will want love? We'd like to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial  

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What's it like to go through a painful divorce with the whole country watching? Cass thorburn drops by to tell us all about it. She also tells us what it's been like getting back into the workforce and why we need to find a new name for co-parenting. Your hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah Harris.This podcast was produced by Nina Young.We've got a bit of a favour to ask; we'd love you to Subscribe to The Juggling Act in your podcast app and leave us a review. It only takes a few secs and helps other people discover The Juggling Act. Have you got a story that you think our listeners will want love? We'd like to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial  

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Ever wanted to know how to become the ultimate boss mama? We're joined by Ella Bache CEO Pippa Hallas to get all her secret tips for juggling work and family life and find out what it takes to get to the top. Plus, should you tell a potential employer you're pregnant? If you aren't sure, make sure you listen because we chat to a lawyer to get the definitive answer. Your hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah Harris.This podcast was produced by Nina Young.We've got a bit of a favour to ask; we'd love you to Subscribe to The Juggling Act in your podcast app and leave us a review. It only takes a few secs and helps other people discover The Juggling Act. Have you got a story that you think our listeners will want love? We'd like to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial  

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Hey Juggling Act family! If you want to hear about Sarah Harris ripping her pants in a skateboarding accident, you've chosen the right episode. Also, we're in for a treat this week as we sit down with Michelle Bridges who tells us about the one thing she won't compromise on - time for herself. Plus, are you a 'money moron'? We get the downlow from the brilliant Canna Campbell on how you can make your money work for you. Sound scary? It's not, she told us exactly where to start. Your hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah Harris.This podcast was produced by Nina Young.We've got a bit of a favour to ask; we'd love you to Subscribe to The Juggling Act in your podcast app and leave us a review. It only takes a few secs and helps other people discover The Juggling Act. Have you got a story that you think our listeners will want love? We'd like to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial  

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