The Juggling Act

This week we're joined by one of the fittest (and foxiest) dads in Australia, Steve Willis, better known as Commando Steve. Steve gets emotional when he revealsthe biggest thing he’s learnt as a parent, and talks about the different things we can do as parents to help our children feel better physically and mentally. Plus, we talk sharenting - we're all guilty of sharing a little too much about our kids from time to time online, but what would you do if your child specifically asked you to stop? And, Mel gets smug about her roadtrip skills and Cassie talks adventures in Canberra. SHOW NOTESYour hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Giles Hardie and our huge thanksto Steve Willis. This podcast was produced by Sinead Barrett and 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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Today we’re joined by one of our fav mums and celebrities, she's a cook, a TV host, ambassador for Athlete's Foot and an all-around delight, Sally Obermeder. She opens up about how her cancer battle helped her to listen to her own body better, whether she would use the same surrogate to have a third child and how she manages to keep up her own juggle with some very handy back to school tips and tricks. Plus, is it ever ok to sneak a cheeky morning wine? Or has our mummy wine culture spun out of control. SHOW NOTES Your hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Emily Blatchford and our huge thanksto Sally Obermeder.This podcast was produced by Sinead Barrett and 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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When Nicole found herself suddenly single at 38-year-old she thought she might have missed the boat on becoming a mother. But an information night at a fertility centre put her on a path to becoming a solo mum through IVF. She gave birth to a beautiful little girl. 18 months later Nicole tried again to fall pregnant through the same process but after three failed rounds of IVF she gave up. That’s when she met someone who introduced her to the idea of fostering. She didn't realise just how quickly things would change.Nicole joins us on the show this week to tell us about her experience. Plus, we talk about one mum's grinchy online rant (it's never too early for Christmas trees!) and Mel admits she has changed her mind about Kids Clubs on holiday. SHOW NOTESYour hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Giles Hardie and our huge thanksto Kate Ritchie.This podcast was produced by Sinead Barrett and 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 got to fangirl over the gorgeous Kate Ritchie who opens up about how she would feel if her daughter Mae had a childhood li...

This week we’re joined by The Block power couple Michael and Carlene who tell us what it was really like competing on The Block, the sleep deprivation, insane hours and what it felt like to walk away with just $10,000. They also opened up about the rumours they wanted to use their winnings to have another baby. Plus, if your friend spelt their baby's name wrong, would you tell them? A mum took to Mumsnet' to share her dilemma when her friend announced she was naming her child Pheobe. Uh oh. And, when a Sydney based baby boy started daycare recently he was ejected from the centre after just a few days due to his crying and hair pulling behaviours. Is this fair? And what should the centre have done differently? SHOW NOTESYour hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Giles Hardie and our huge thanksto Micheal and Carlene Duffy.This podcast was produced by Sinead Barrett and 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 on the Juggling Act, we're joined by TV star Georgie Parker who shares everything from juggling a child and a career, to why she thinks dads should get more credit. Plus, Mel tells us why she's officially banning the band-aid at her house, Giles talks about the surprising bonus of having a broken back and Cassie tells us how one perfect gift idea is going to leave her massively out of pocket. SHOW NOTESYour hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Giles Hardie and our huge thanksto Georgie Parker. This podcast was produced by Sinead Barrett and 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 domestic goddess, political journalist and mum of three Annabel Crabb, who reveals where she stands on the ‘pop in’. She also shares her magic frozen peas trick and her secret to having a family friendly dinner party (without having to cook for kids). Plus, Candy Jacques from the Gender Centre is in the studio to talk us through what to do if your child finds themselves feeling confused or unhappy about their gender. And how would you react if you gave away a pram only to have the person ask you to cover the cost of their petrol to collect it? Buy/Swap/Sell sites bring out the monster in everyone!SHOW NOTESYour hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Giles Hardie and our huge thanksto Annabel Crabb and Candy Jacques.This podcast was produced by Sinead Barrett and 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 talking about the surprising benefits of having a sick toddler, the unsurprising discomfort of breaking your back and, we're asking the big questions, namely: Is it ever OK to lick your plates before putting them in the dishwasher? A debate will rage, is Giles right? Does bacon really excuse all sins? Or is there never a scenario when this behaviour is OK? We're also joined this week by mum-of-three and entrepreneur Cass Spies who talks about the risk she took quitting hercorporate job 14 years ago to follow her dream. Cass had a successful job in the finance sector. But shewanted more. She made the brave decision to throw it all in and pursue her passion. Shewanted a healthy snack for her kids, so as a food technician she decided to create it herself! Twisted Yoghurt was born and Cass is with us now to share her journey… SHOW NOTESYour hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Giles Hardie and our huge thanksto Cass Spies.This podcast was produced by Sinead Barrett and 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 absolutely brilliant Jessica Rowe. Jess is a journalist and TV presenter, this amazing lady has been broadcasting into our living rooms for the past 20 years on shows such as Sunrise, Today and Studio 10. Earlier this year, she took a step back from the limelight to concentrate on her passion projects, like Craphousewife.com.au, where she shares stories from her not-so-perfect life as a mother of two and wife to a high-profile news presenter. Now she's signed on as an Outdoor Classroom ambassador to encourage our kids to get outside to play AND learn. And, do you know how to spot the signs of Meningococcal? One mum shares her heartbreaking story and talks about how following her gut instincts helped to save her son's life. SHOW NOTES The interview about meningococcal disease in this podcast was brought to you by GSK. Speak to your doctor for more information on meningococcal disease and vaccination options. GlaxoSmithKline Australia. Melbourne, VIC. AUS/VAC/0112/18. Date of approval: October 2018. Your hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Emily Harry and our huge thanks to Jessica Rowe and Kylie Pochyly.  

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This week we’re joined by journalist Nina Young, host of one of the most popular podcasts in the country right now, My Father The Murderer, she’s opened up about the day she found out the worst secret imaginable. All her life, Nina had known her father was a bad man. But when she turned 26, she found out just how bad. Before Nina was born, her father killed a woman and was sentenced to life in prison. It was there that he met Nina’s mother. Nina tells us what it was like making that discovery, and why she shared her story with the world. Plus, keeping up with the changes to childcare and all the plans and proposals can be more exhausting than having a newborn. The latest proposal to make headlines has come from the Shorten Labor Government who has promised families access to free or subsidised preschool for children as young as three –IF they win at the next federal election. So how will it work? We’re joined by Shadow Minister for Early Childhood Education and Development Amanda Rishworth to talk it through. SHOW NOTESYour hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Giles Hardie and our huge thanksto Justine Clarke.This podcast was produced by Sinead Barrett and 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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