Hosted by Kidspot writer and mum-of-two Melissa Wilson, and businesswoman and mum-of-one Jules Robinson, The Juggling Act covers the latest opinions, challenges, expert advice, celebrity interviews, real-life stories plus much more for busy parents. This supportive, informative and totally relatable podcast aims to offer insight and advice for mums and dads to help them navigate their professional and parenting lives, plus the mess in between.
Today we’re chatting with the lovely Rachael Finch about juggling a rapidly growing business and a million extracurricular activities for kids, plus who is the 'boss' in her house! Mel reveals the dumb thing her kids did and we share other hilarious stories from listeners. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we’re talking about what happens to our kids when we fail to grow up. It's a fascinating look at parenting from a perspective we don't often think about. (Ever felt resentful sometimes about adulting?!). And Jules and Mel reveal which of the five love languages they respond to and how they change the way they communicate with their kids and partners. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Today we are celebrating Mel’s birthday which is on the 15th (yup, exactly a week after Jules turned 40!) We have turned the tables and Jules is asking her anything. Grab a cuppa and settle in, it’s going to be a wild ride… We’re also speaking with the author of a new book called Skin Deep, about how much what's on the outside, impacts us on the inside, and how we judge people simply by looking at their skin. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener f...
Today we’re chatting with the fabulous Tova Leigh - author of F*cked at 40 - about what it’s like to feel trapped in your life. And have you noticed how many shows about scammers are screening right now? Jules shares the shocking story she was almost fell for a car scam and sleazy scammer. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Today we’re asking how far you would go for your child? It's the premise of a fabulous show on Foxtel called The Cleaning Lady, and we’re joined by the Aussie star Martha Millan to tell us more. And why a playcation is the new staycation. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Today we’re chatting about the hurdles we’ve had to overcome in life as part of International Women’s Day tomorrow. We also hear from an amazing mum who shares the story of her son’s transition and how she feels about it all five years down the track. Plus with Jules celebrating her 40th on Tuesday, she reveals that she never had parties growing up! Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Today we are celebrating the one and only Julie Alice Robinson as she slides down the slippery slope of her 30s towards her 40th birthday on Tuesday March 8. It's also International Women's Day which is fitting for someone who is all about empowering and backing other women. She answers your 'ask me anything' questions and Mel fires her own random questions at her (strap yourselves in!). Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...
Today we’re talking manifesting and how you can use it to live your best life. While our guest, Betty Andrews , opens up about being haunted since childhood. Jules and Mel share their stories of manifestation and ask whether co-ed or single-sex schools are better for kids. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Today we meet Sarah Borg from Mama Vibes Podcast, a mum on a mission to normalise the challenges of motherhood (no clean faces and white linen outfits on her Insta feed…) Jules and Mel open up about what aspect of motherhood they find the most challenging, and reveal the personal care routine on Euphoria that left then shocked! Is anyone else doing this?! Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Today we’re chatting with the queen of routine who admits she’s actually a hot mess when it comes to being organised! Jules and Mel open up about whether they’ve got their own lives under control or also slowly spiralling. And Mel has come up with a genius solution to communicate with her troubled 9yo. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Today we meet the woman teaching people to let go of productivity guilt. Why are we so obsessed with being busy? While Mel and Jules talk about how our role as parents change as our children get older. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jules has been getting up early to get more done, but today’s guest is going to reveal how we can get ONE WHOLE DAY BACK A WEEK ! Witchcraft, surely… Mel and Jules also reveal the hacks they use to make that juggle a little bit easier. They're also talking PMS, what symptoms do they get and why do we fail to recognise them every. single. month. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
This episode we're joined by mum-of-one and Goodness Me founder Peta Shulman who reveals how her autoimmune diagnosis lead to her starting the healthy snacks subscription box service. While Jules and Mel get real about the hardest part of the mental load. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we've got an advice needed question about how to handle a competitive sibling. While Jules is struggling to manage the logistical nightmare that is swimming classes with a small human. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This episode we're joined by homeschooling single mum of six Deb from Parental Guidance who gives us an insight into the homeschooling way of life, why she started it, and how she didn't initially know the show was a competition. While Jules and Mel laugh about the things they would absolutely never do in front of a partner. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb sees the highest number of kids hospitalised with asthma complications. We find out why… And Euphoria. Woah. If that’s how kids are behaving these days, Jules and Mel are locking theirs in their room til they're 18. Join in the chat in our Facebook group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we've got an advice needed question about how to handle a group of school mums slagging off a teacher . Mel spent all weekend at a little athletics carnival and says she's now calling time on sporting activities longer than 45 minutes. But Jules says she's happy to be a cricket widow! Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Today we've got feeding expert Simone Emery on the show with fantastic, practical tips on starting your baby on solids . While Jules admits that she's finding it harder than she thought to stick to her new year's resolution (and she's not alone). Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Today we meet a mum who shares the story of her life-saving brain surgery after years of blinding headaches and numb feet. While Jules and Mel chat finding out the gender after yet ANOTHER gender reveal has gone wrong See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we’re talking anxious children, how to help them and what the cause might be. And ponder why little boys are so damn charming and whether that means they'll be mummy's boys as adults. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we’re talking Married at First Sight, yup a new season is starting and Jules has some words of advice. We’ve got futurist Ross Dawson on to chat about what the future looks like for our kids. And Mel reveals how much easier it is to care for one child when you normally have two. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we hear from other parents about the prospect of school being delayed and homeschooling again. David Beckham is winding up the internet - again - by sharing a picture of him kissing his daughter on the lips. And we’re asking the big questions - what the hell is in your handbag? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we’re talking about kids exploring their sexuality, and Mel and Jules chat about what they think their best age has been so far. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we’re talking teeth and how on earth to care for your child’s. And Jules has recovered but it has also come at a financial cost! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s ep we’re chatting with a mum about what it's like being an immunocompromised parent during a pandemic. We’re doing maths and while we're not really very good at numbers even we know that our annual leave and school holidays just DO NOT ADD UP. And we have an advice needed question about a racist teacher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we’re joined by David Campbell, who has some fabulous tips on how to help children adjust to school (he is a busy dad of three primary school-aged kids after all). And we share the books and shows we've been binging over the holidays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we’re talking Covid with Jules struck down on their way home from the Gold Coast. She shares her experience and how fearful she was that Ollie would get it. We're also joined by a paediatric emergency nurse who should hopefully alleviate some of those fears. She talks about the symptoms to look for, how to manage them and what the long-term impacts might be. We also hear from other mums who share their experience of testing positive with Covid and how it has impacted their families. See om...
Today we’re talking private schools and whether or not they're worth the cash. Mel asks why the mother / daughter relationship is such a rollercoaster. And Jules wants to know whether getting baptised or christened is important for a child. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we’re talking about how to tell if kids are faking it or whether they're really sick (we're blaming Ferris Bueller for this problem...). Mel opens up about mum guilt and wonders why on earth do we do it to ourselves. While Jules admits she gave it a good nudge over the holidays eating and drinking all the things - as we all did - but says we should all just embrace it guilt-free. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we’re talking guns as toys and whether or not kids should be allowed them. Jules is determined to teach Ollie gratitude but wonders if doing it at Christmas is a bit mean. And we talk about whether flying or driving is the best holiday transportation with kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
