The Juggling Act

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Is it ever OK to lick your plates before putting them in the dishwasher? Oct 31, 2018

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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 Kidspot.Editorial@news.com.au, join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial

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Jessica Rowe on life after television Oct 26, 2018

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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.
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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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Nina Young on the moment she found out her father is a murderer Oct 18, 2018

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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 Kidspot.Editorial@news.com.au, join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial

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Sarah Boulazeris on having a baby with Kris Smith Oct 10, 2018

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This week we're joined by the lovely Sarah Boulazeris and the personal trainer opens up about the excitement of preparing to have her first baby with model and former footballer, Kris Smith. The little one who's due in December is Smith's second child, his first is Ethan who Smith shares custody of with his former partner Dannii Minogue. Sarah chats about accepting how her body is changing and how her routine has changed with impending motherhood.
Plus, how would you react if your child told you they were gay? October 11 is national coming out day and one of our own Kidspot writers, Madeline Cox sat down with the team to share her own coming out story and offer up some advice for any parents who might be facing the same situation.
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 Kidspot.Editorial@news.com.au, join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial

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Imogen Bailey on finding your tribe Oct 03, 2018

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Today we’re joined by doula and former model Imogen Bailey who tells us all about the incredible things that can happen when women come together, and why she's started leading 'women's circles.'And, one very brave family shared the reality of what it's like to have a child facing cancer. ittle Harper's story had all of us in tears and we're so honoured to help the Kelly Family spread the word about the Leukaemia Foundation Light the Night event.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 Kidspot.Editorial@news.com.au, join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial

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Amy Molloy on the grief of losing her husband Sep 26, 2018

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This week, we’re joined by author and mum of two Amy Molloy, who shares her heartbreaking story of losing her husband just three weeks after they married – when she was only 23. But Amy isn't letting this tragedy be the defining story of her life, she' growing and healing and is here to share her knowledge. Plus, can everyone please stop mum-shaming Mel? She's had more than enough, and Cassie tells us she's ready to expand her family... Well, kind of. 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 Kidspot.Editorial@news.com.au, join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial

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Justine Clarke tells us how she stays silly Sep 19, 2018

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This week we're joined by the divine Justine Clarke, who talks staying silly, watching her kids grow up and how children react when they see her in real life…Mel also shares what life is like in toilet training hell and Cassie tells us how she's back from holidays with the kids - and is ready to take a holiday to recover.In the newsParents with children at Burrowes State School in QLD received an email last week which has left a bad taste in their mouths.New school principal has informed parents that as of term 4 – if they drop their kids at school before 8.30am – they must pay for the on-site before school care program which costs upwards of $2.60 per child.Some parents are outraged saying they can’t afford to pay up to $100 a month extra for half an hour. Mel thinks it's fair, Cassie isn't so sure!And, one couple from Belfast has got people talking with their very unique sleep setup.They’ve fashioned a 5.5-metre long bed that is long enough to comfortably fit the two parents and all of their four children, aged 11 to 5.Genius idea? Or total madness. Let us know what you think!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 Kidspot.Editorial@news.com.au, join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial

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Tiff Hall and Olivia White on the highs and lows of the first five years of motherhood Sep 12, 2018

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On a very special episode of The Juggling Act, we're joined by health and wellness expert and founder of TIFFXO, Tiff Hall. Also with us is the fabulous Olivia White who blogs at House of White. The ladies are here to get real about motherhood, the good, the bad and the ugly. The first five years of motherhood are all about surviving the trenches, celebrating milestones and worrying way too much!Tiff shares how her professional comedian husband Ed Kavalee was the one to win her son Arnold's first smiles, but on Father's Day, she was the one to be rewarded with his first word - mum!Olivia shares how her second child taught her patience and the knowledge that all children develop at their own pace.The ladies share not only their children's milestones, but their own milestones as new mums, (and no we're not talking that first poo - that’s a whole stand alone ep), more like the first time you leave the house without your baby and you feel like you're missing a part of yourself, or the first time you get to sleep more than four hours at a time (just kidding, that never happens!). This week's episode is brought to you by Children’s Panadol, which is also helping new mums through the first five years of parenthood.Show notesYour host this week was Mel Wilson with special guests Tiff Hall and Olivia White. 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 Kidspot.Editorial@news.com.au, join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial.

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Adele Barbaro on her infertility struggle and her surprise second baby Sep 05, 2018

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This week on The Juggling Act, Mel is about to embark on toilet training her toddler. She's armed with a tonne of prizes and a mountain of spare undies, but she has a feeling she's going to face a battle.We're also joined by the Real Mumma, Adele Barbaro, who keeps it real, sharing her honest and raw insights into parenthood with her many followers on Facebook and Instagram.Adele shares her story of infertility, IVF success and how she and her partner ended up falling pregnant naturally with her second child, just after she started a new job!Plus, do you know how to talk to your kids about stranger danger? Former police officer and author Kate Power is here to share her tips for child safety week.Kate is the author of the incredibly popular and very useful book, and she's on the show this week to talk about her fabulous new book, My Underpants RuleMy Tricky EYE-SPY!. Kate shares her tips and tricks for teaching your kids about stranger danger, and it all starts with a very fun rhyme!

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Jules Sebastian on the moment she knew she had to put down the chocolate Aug 29, 2018

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If you happened to catch mum-of-two Jules Sebastian recently posing with her husband Guy for Men's Health Magazine, I bet you couldn't help but notice that she looked incredibly buff.But, when Jules sat down with the Juggling Act this week, she was quick to tell us that her recent fitness journey did not come easily. First she had to find the motivation to put down the chocolate and put in the hard work for six days a week for eight weeks straight. She talked Mel through her plans to maintain her new bod and the common hurdles mums face in staying fit.instagramPlus, are you freaking out about when and how to buy a family home? We’re joined by star Veronica Morgan to help us deal with some of the biggest obstacles.Location, Location, LocationIn the newsA Mum-of-four has admitted to forgetting her daughter's name after changing it three times. She reckons she got it right with her first three children and attributes some of that to luck . . Her mum believes that it's perfectly fine to change your child's name until they start school, but our team doesn't agree.And, A NSW mum of three has opened about the heartbreaking decision to not tell her five-year-old son that he’s dying. Joshua will be lucky to be alive this time next year - but he has no idea. He has a rare form of soft tissue cancer which aggressively attacks his liver, with all treatment options exhausted and doctors admitting defeat in March this year. What would you do in this situation?Show notesYour host this week was Mel Wilson with special guests Giles Hardie and Emily Blatchford. Our huge thanks to Jules Sebastian and Veronica Morgan.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 Kidspot.Editorial@news.com.au, join the conversation on the Kidspot Facebook page or tweet us at @KidspotSocial

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