The Juggling Act

Got a soft mum tum? Arms that jiggle? Boobs that seem to have migrated south in the past few years? If you're having trouble appreciating your amazing body, you're far from alone. That's why we were lucky to be joined by the incredible Taryn Brumfitt this week to talk all things body love and empowerment. Plus, should employers try to get a little more flexible with working mums? And, Mel admits she just doesn't get the Toy Story hype. Do you agree? SHOW NOTESYour hosts this week are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer and our huge thanksto Taryn Brumfitt.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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We’re joined by former Bachelor winner Laura Byrne who is about to become a first time mum, anyday now! Laura takes us through her birth plan (or lack thereof) and reveals her and Matty J's future family plans. We also take a look at the Aladdin remake, and find out whether Will Smith measures up as the genie. SHOW NOTESYour hosts this week are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer and our huge thanksto Laura Byrne and Leah Goulis. 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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We’ve got the author of Taming Teens in the studio, Dr Anna Cohen, who has some brilliant tips forhow we can communicate with our children betterChild psychologist, Anna, reveals the age we need to establish a connection with ourkids to have a good relationship when they’re teens. We're also joined by author, Jessica Sanders who gives us some easy tips to help our daughters love their bodies.SHOW NOTESYour hosts this week are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer and our huge thanksto Dr Anna Cohen and Jessica Sanders 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 are joined by the wisest parenting expert in Australia, the incomparable Steve Biddulph, Author of Raising Boys, and now Raising Girls in the 21st Century.Steve is here to tell us that our girls are in trouble and we need to step up be ready t help them out of the myriad of complicated situations modern girls face.Steve suggests starting by cutting ten percent off your to-do list and making yourself more available.We're also joined by Sarah Moran from the Girl Geek Academy to talk about getting more girls into tech.SHOW NOTESYour hosts this week are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer and our huge thanksto Sarah Moran and and Steve Biddulph.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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We all have our hobbies and passions, but how do you turn that into a business? Well, Lana Taylor, one member of Three Birds renovations, is here to tell us how she took a risk, walked away from the executive rat race and went into business with her best friends. We're also joined by gossip guru Craig Bennett who tells us about the unusual way he found out the story of his adoption. HOW NOTESYour hosts this week are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer and our huge thanksto Lana Taylor and Craig Bennett.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 are joined by two amazingly accomplished people. Lisa Burling is a mum of two whose partner left her while their second son was fighting for his life in the NICU. Despite facing constant obstacles, Lisa has gone on to become a successful business woman, and an author. We also had a visit from Professor David Isaacs who explains what a world without vaccination would be like, and warns us about the importance of not letting things slide. SHOW NOTESYour hosts this week are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer and our huge thanksto Lisa Burling and David Isaacs.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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We're back from our little break, and we are joined by the host of Studio 10 Angela Bishop, who reveals how she and her daughter aremanaging a year after the death of her husband.We're also joined by Fiona Katauskas, author of who tells us how to handle those toe curling words - ‘How are babies made’?Amazing Babies SHOW NOTESYour hosts this week are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer and our huge thanksto Angela Bishop and Fiona Katauskas,.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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We're taking a two week break to eat all the chocolate. Good luck surviving the school holidays with your sanity intact and we'll see you on the other side.  

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This week, we’re joined by author and father of six David Gillespie to talk about his latest book, , and whyTeen Brainportable devices are ‘the single most dangerously addictive thing in teen lives’. It's a scary conversation, but an important one for all parents to hear. Plus, when are hand-me-downs not actually hand-me-downs? Is it ever ok to expect people to give you your second hand baby items back when they're done. Plus, Mel and Cass both took their kids to see the new Dumbo movie, and it made them feel warm and gooey inside. SHOW NOTESYour hosts this week are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer and our huge thanksto David Gillespie.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 the incredible Turia Pitt, who has taken time out of her very busy schedule to tell us all about how she's finding motherhood. Turia has also written a book, Good Selfie, to help teenagers build up their self esteem and find the resilience inside. Plus, is Mel creepy for leaving notes for her neighbours? (Cass says maybe) and are Easter hauls just getting really freaking out of control? SHOW NOTESYour hosts this week are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer and our huge thanksto Turia Pitt.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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