Now that we’re around each other 24:7 and facing a whole different kind of stress and pressure than we were PP (pre-pandemic), it can be difficult to stay calm with our kids. I don’t know about you, but my shoulders and back are constantly tight, I’m drinking more wine than I should be, and my fuse, if I get interrupted while I’m trying to work, can be pretty damn short. So I reached out to Beth Borowsky, teacher and founder of The Karma Class, for some tips to help us keep calm and carry on dur...
Apr 13, 2020•6 min
Isolation has been a great eye-opener for my husband and I on this topic, because we have been throwing new toys and games at our eldest child almost on a daily basis to try and keep him entertained. He usually does a few days a week at daycare, where the set-up is exceptional, whereas at home, mum and dad are exhausted and trying to sneak in a few minutes of work whenever possible. Enter the influx of toys. So is it ok to make a problem disappear by giving our kids what they want? We got some t...
Apr 12, 2020•6 min
This Easter break is the time to stop and think. When you’re feeling like the whole thing is an inconvenience and you’re totally over it, which we all are, try to remember how privileged we are to spend this holiday period in a nice home, reading, eating, drinking and chatting to friends. It might not be what we had planned, but the alternative is much worse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 09, 2020•5 min
As parents, we are suddenly supposed to have vast medical knowledge and be able to diagnose ALL of our kid's ailments. Not to the point of prescription medication, but in essence, we are supposed to be able to fix everything. I still ask Mum what to do about an illness, rather than Dad (who actually has the medical degree)… And it’s nothing to do with his ability. It’s just some instinctual desire to ask mum and an innate belief that she will ALWAYS have the right answer on hand, medical or othe...
Apr 08, 2020•5 min
Hey Jugglers, this is our final pre recorded weekly ep for a while, but Mel Wilson will be with you on the daily eps for the next little while. In this episode our old friend Cassie Hamer pops by to tell us all about her new book, and why she believes parenting is the art of letting go. Stay safe everyone! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 08, 2020•25 min
Gone are the regular hair and waxing appointments, and in their place is... nothing. Just regrowth and um, more growth. I rang fellow working mumma and host of the So I Quit My Day Job podcast, Cath Mahoney, to find out how she's faring during these minimalist times (hint: it's not pretty). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 07, 2020•5 min
At the risk of sounding all 'woo woo', I can't help thinking that this has all happened because we've forgotten to take care of each other AND the planet. That somehow it's the Universe's way of making us check ourselves and to 'try' and remind us what's really important in life. I've also found a poem that's a beautiful reminder to make sure that we continue to take care of the world and ALL the people in it, once this is over. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 06, 2020•5 min
How have your kids been coping with this strange situation we find ourselves in? Our routine is a bit out of whack and I've noticed my youngest has become quite clingy? I reached out to some other kids to ask how they're feeling about Covid-19 and got some advice from a psychotherapist on how to talk to them about the big 'C' word. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 05, 2020•5 min
Have you been made redundant at work? Or even while you're on maternity leave? I'm joined again by Alison Dutton from Labour Pains Legal to explain what you can do about it and what you're entitled to. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 02, 2020•5 min
Hey Jugglers, during this stressful time we need all the help we can get to navigate our relationships with our partners and our ex-partners. Former olympian and all-round legend Lisa Curry swung by the studio to tell us her secrets for co-parenting with her ex-husband Grant Kenny. Plus, are reality shows REALLY rotting our brains? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 02, 2020•30 min
Have you been asked to work reduced hours or been stood down? Alison Dutton from Labour Pains Legal joins us to let us know what our rights are at work during these difficult times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 01, 2020•4 min
If you've started to feel like you're having panic attacks with all this uncertainty in the world, you are not alone. Mine started the first day we were sent home to work, and I'm still getting them. So I reached out to Dr Elise Bialylew for some advice and to find out whether we should hide our stress from our kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 31, 2020•6 min
I'm so guilty of rushing from one thing to the next (pre-pandemic) and feeling like I never got to see my kids! But now, self-isolating with them, I've discovered how nice it is to slow down and spend some quality time with them. In today's episode, other mums share the things they've been doing with their kids and the jobs they've finally got around to tackling! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 30, 2020•5 min
If you're wondering whether you can have a pupil free day yet, this episode is for you. If you're just winging it and popping your kid's in front of the TV or have a full schedule of learning organised, I've got some tips to help you nail homeschooling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 29, 2020•5 min
Today on The Juggling Act we're asking how you've been talking to your kids about Covid-19. Are you totally open with them, or trying to shelter them - as much as you can? We get some advice from the experts plus ask some adorable kids what they think is happening right now. It will bring some sunshine to a pretty bleak moment in history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 26, 2020•7 min
Today on The Juggling Act we're talking about adjusting to life working from home. We all thought it was going to be temporary but now it looks like we're in it for the long haul, so how can we work most effectively? Mel got some great advice from fellow working mummas (including how to avoid the fridge) and shares her own experience - straight from the kitchen table. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 25, 2020•5 min
Hey Jugglers! Is your little one the kind of kid who turns their nose up at everything? You're far from alone there. But are fussy eaters 'our fault' or are they just born that way? Celebrity chef and author Annabel Karmel pops in to tell us her secret solutions to the problem. Plus Mel and Nina debate about whether we have to go along with another parents white lies or if their lies are their responsibility. Your hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Nina Young filling in for Sarah McGilvray....
Mar 25, 2020•29 min
Hey Jugglers it's all anyone is talking about, so let's talk about it. We weren't immune to the Coronavirus madness that has hit everyone this week. One of our hosts, Sarah, as well as most of the Fitzy and Wippa news team spent the week in isolation after a virus scare, but thankfully they are all fine. Our producer Nina stepped in to host and she and Mel talked about parenting through scary times and our fears that our kids are missing out on an age of innocence. We also had Sky News reader Ja...
Mar 18, 2020•25 min
Jugglers, too often we fall into the trap of comparing ourselves to other people online. this week our guest is Marcia Leone, AKA the Not-so-mumsy mum. Marcia talks about the reality of what is going on behind those perfect pictures and why we need to be honest with our struggles as well as our wins. Pus, We talk to an expert about the pitfalls of dating as a single mum and Mel talks about the difficulty of helping her kids find the right boundaries. Our hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and S...
Mar 10, 2020•29 min
We all owe Jimmy Rees, AKA Jimmy Giggle, a debt of gratitude for providing ten years worth of babysitting as the host of Giggle and Hoot. Now, Jimmy is hanging up his pyjamas and taking his show on the road. He stopped by to tell us about his favourite memories, his plans for the future, and how he's feeling a year after near tragedy struck his family and left his 7 week old son fighting for life. Our hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah McGilvray. This podcast was produced by Nina Youn...
Mar 03, 2020•24 min
Hey Jugglers! Ever feel like the balancing act that is working parent life is a bit close to falling down? You're not alone! This week we're joined by the gorgeous Megan Gale who tells us how she uses mindfulness to get through chaotic moments, and the one message she would like us to stop sending to working mums. Plus, have you been hit by nits yet? Dr Sam joins us for the lowdown on eradicating them, and Mel shares her own mortifying nits moment. It involves being on TV... Our hosts this week ...
Feb 25, 2020•27 min
Jugglers, we put a lot of pressure on ourselves to be the best partner, the model employee and the perfect parent. But here's the secret: you'll never be perfect, so stop being down on yourself and try to enjoy the chaos of imperfection. This week we're joined by the amazing Jess Rowe who tells us how she embraced imperfection and What life is like two years after walking away from her full time television job. Plus, how do you know when it's time to walk away from a toxic family member? Psychol...
Feb 18, 2020•25 min
Hey Jugglers, we all know that this motherhood gig ain't easy. The fabulous Tracey Bevan stopped by this week to talk about her work with the McGrath foundation and shared with us about her struggles with post natal depression and how she overcame it. She also talked about how she makes co-parenting with her ex work, and how she's even friends with the new girlfriend! Plus, we talk role models and help a listener out on an awkward question. Our hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah McGil...
Feb 11, 2020•22 min
Jugglers, we all dream of packing up our desks, putting in our notice and running off to follow our dreams. But what is it like to actually quit without the safety net of a new stable job? We sat down with the lovely Cathrine Mahoney, host of the new podcast, 'So, I quit my day job' and heard the unfiltered truth about starting over. Plus, Belinda Williams, psychologist at The Bumpy Road, gives her advice on how to keep you cool and avoid yelling at your kids. Our hosts this week were Melissa Wi...
Feb 05, 2020•28 min
Hey Jugglers! This week we were lucky enough to be joined by the incredibly Kayla Itsines who found time in between managing her fitness empire and social media stardom to have a baby. Kayla shares with us what it was like for the "queen of abs" to face the realities of her new body and how she learned to adjust and adapt. Plus are you living paycheque to paycheque? We check in with our favourite money guru, Canna Campbell, to find out the basics on learning to save and budget. Our hosts this we...
Jan 29, 2020•21 min
Welcome back Jugglers! We're feeling that 2020 flavour and we're ready for another year of great shows. We're kicking things off with a visit from the always exciting, Tammin Sursok. Tammin talks about struggling as a new mum, the stigma around taking medication for depression and why romance doesn't "just happen" in relationships. Plus, we're talking innapropriate children's gifts and what to do if your child is having toilet troubles. Our hosts this week were Melissa Wilson and Sarah McGilvray...
Jan 22, 2020•27 min
Are you guilty of glancing at the clock and calculating whether it's too early for a wine? Plenty of parents are. In fact 'mummy wine time is big in Australian culture, as the thousands of memes and Facebook groups dedicated to the subject prove. Talitha Cummins wants us all to stop normalising the mum drinking culture and take stock of our drinking habits. Plus, our listener question this week is all about sex... or lack thereof. What do you do when you're too tired to get in the mood and your ...
Dec 18, 2019•25 min
We're all taught that losing your job is a sign of failure, but what if it isn't? What if it turns out to be exactly the shot of motivation you need to turn your life around and start winning. That's exactly what happened to Natasha Stewart, who joins us this week to tell us how getting fired was a blessing in disguise. Plus, Sarah has a neighbour problem that she doesn't know how to solve, and Mel gets the low-down on the benefits of the endless childcare plagues from Dr Sam. Our hosts this wee...
Dec 11, 2019•28 min
Ever feel like you're sleepwalking through life? Mel does, in fact she sleep walks quite often! Yikes. Plus, an expert tells us what to do if your child starts playing favourites, and we sit down with the fabulous Alex Fevola who tells us how she built her business empire from home with small children. 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 pod...
Dec 04, 2019•21 min
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 Y...
Nov 26, 2019•28 min
