Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis joins Mel and Sarah to chat about the stories that readers loved this week. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @kidspot.com.au And don't forget to vote for The Juggling Act at the Australian Podcast Awards - every vote counts 🩷 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 12, 2023•31 min
Jules Robinson is back on the podcast! On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Jules chat about all her stories from London, the Pamela Anderson moment that took over Instagram and their new-found love for one Posh Beckham. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @kidspot.com.au And don't forget to vote for The Juggling Act at the Australian Podcast Awards - every vote count...
Oct 10, 2023•39 min
On this episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Sarah are joined by the brilliant Mel Ramachandran who started her coaching business after she had a difficult time returning to work after the birth of her first child. And we also say goodbye to Sarah (and baby Lyon!) after three beautiful months of co-hosting. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @kidspot.com.au See omnystudio.com/l...
Oct 08, 2023•36 min
Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis joins Mel and Sarah to chat about the stories that readers loved this week. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @kidspot.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 05, 2023•33 min
On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Sarah chat about the celebrities stopping their kids from using cellphones, the list of babysitting demands that went way too far and the reason Angelina Jolie doesn't have many friends. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @kidspot.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 03, 2023•33 min
Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis joins Mel and Sarah to chat about the stories that clicked best this week, and special guest Aliza Carr chats about going unexpectedly viral after she tried to get her baby to sleep on a plane. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @kidspot.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 28, 2023•28 min
Dr Jo Prendegast is a triple threat: psychiatrist, comedian and an author. Her latest book is called When Life Sucks , and it's all about helping us parent our teens through tough times… Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @kidspot.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 28, 2023•32 min
On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Sarah are breaking down the break-up; they chat about the latest updates in Sophie Turner's messy divorce, all the celebs that split up in 2023 and the trend that has been pegged as 'on the rise'. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @kidspot.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 26, 2023•31 min
Declining self-esteem is one the most significant mental well-being issues facing Australian children, but what's the best way to combat it with our kids? Lauren Thompson might have a solution. The teacher and mum of three noticed that her primary school students needed help with positive self-talk, so she wrote a book - and it's doing magical things. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on Ti...
Sep 24, 2023•31 min
On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Leah have got some new Bluey fan theories to unpack, as well as a deep dive into Matthew McCounaghey’s latest children's book and a chat about whether their families could hack a year (or more!) of #vanlife. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @kidspot.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 21, 2023•27 min
On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Leah are chatting about teaching their children about politics, the Hugh Jackman split that devastated Australia and a sinister woman called Pearl who is taking the internet by storm. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @kidspot.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 19, 2023•30 min
Snezana Wood was a single mum to her then eight-year-old daughter Evie when she met husband Sam Wood on The Bachelor Australia. On this episode of the Juggling Act, she joins Mel and Sarah to chat about work/life balance, letting go and life with four daughters. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 17, 2023•31 min
Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis joins Mel and Sarah to chat about the stories that got readers hot and bothered this week. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 14, 2023•34 min
On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Sarah unpack all the rumours swirling around the Joe Jonas divorce and have a look at the name fast overtaking 'Karen' in the complaints section. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @kidspot.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 12, 2023•29 min
Hayley Markham is the founder and CEO of CODE CAMP, and she joins Mel and Sarah in the studio to talk about how parents can work with screens - instead of against them. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 11, 2023•23 min
Kidspot Parenting Editor Nama Winston joins Mel and Sarah this week to talk about all the things, including the Prime party bag that sent the internet into uproar and the mum who heard teachers gossiping about her child. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 07, 2023•30 min
On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Sarah are talking about everything from generational differences in our approach to work to Roxy Jacenko’s (self-acknowledged) reckless approach to her health. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 05, 2023•23 min
Mum-of-two Jane Lu started ShowPo from her parents garage, but a few years later her fashion business is turning over $100 million every year. Now, she's one of five sharks investing in businesses across Australia. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 03, 2023•30 min
Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis joins Mel to chat about all the trending stories this week, unpacking everything from mum-shaming to scaring your kids for clicks. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 31, 2023•28 min
On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Mel is joined by Leah Goulis to unpack everything from the And Just Like That… scene that got us thinking, to how dad’s can (and should!) talk about periods with their daughters. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 29, 2023•26 min
Father’s Day is nearly upon us, so who better to chat to than the wonderful Sean Szeps? The author of Not Like Other Dads shares his top tips on nailing the day (and ultimately your partner). Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 27, 2023•26 min
Kidspot's Lifestyle Editor Leah Goulis joins Mel and Sarah Marie to chat about all the trending stories this week, including the wedding that was ruined by a little boy in white and the bizarre Aldi ad that sold out their exercise bike. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 24, 2023•27 min
On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Sarah are talking about some of the stories that have taken the internet by storm. They unpack the Reddit post from a dad who said stay-at-home parenting takes two hours a day, the terminally ill patient who wants to sleep with their ex and the breastfeeding mum who was secretly filmed and shamed online. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on Ti...
Aug 22, 2023•19 min
With 1 in 3 women calling their birth experience ‘traumatic’, Sharon Stoliar is trying to change the way maternity care is provided to women. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 20, 2023•29 min
Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis joins Mel and Sarah Marie to chat about all the trending stories this week, including the astonishing price tag on the birthday bash Kyle Sandilands threw his son. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 17, 2023•26 min
On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Sarah jump on the bandwagon and talk about the Matilda’s obsession that has gripped Australia. They also chat about why Mum’s act as ‘emotional garbage collectors’ for their families and Mel investigates the strange character appearing in her son’s nightmares. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudi...
Aug 15, 2023•34 min
On this episode of The Juggling Act, Mel and Sarah Marie are joined by award winning journalist Tracey Spicer, who delves into the reality of AI. They also chat about why women suffer hair loss after they give birth, what breast milk can cure and Sarah Marie puts the happy dog hack to the test and reveals if it really works. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpod...
Aug 13, 2023•35 min
Kidspot Editor Charlotte Willis joins Mel and Sarah Marie to chat about all the trending stories this week, including how a seven year old boy managed to take an intimate photo at school. They also chat about prioritising kids in new relationships, sleeping arrangements, and Mel shares the puberty question that took her by surprise. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejuggli...
Aug 10, 2023•35 min
The Juggling Act has a special guest appearance from its youngest co-host as Sarah Marie does the ultimate juggle. Meanwhile, Mel quizzes Sarah Marie on the latest TikTok slang. They also chat about why one mum is offering her daughter money to go on 100 dates with 100 different men before she gets married. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see more of Mel and Jules? You can find them on TikTok via @thejugglingactpodcast See omnystudi...
Aug 08, 2023•28 min
On today's episode of The Juggling Act, Sarah Marie tells Mel how she reacted to her son asking her how a baby got in her tummy, and about the hilarious time Sarah Marie's mother-in-law asked David Guetta if he DJs at weddings. Dr Preeya Alexander also joins the studio to chat about her new book, Eat, Sleep, Play, Love, which is a non-judgemental guide to the first two years of a child's life. Have things to say about this episode? Join our Facebook group and share your thoughts! Want to see mor...
Aug 06, 2023•33 min
