The Juggling Act

We are super excited to have today’s guest back on the podcast - Sarah Marie is one of the stars of Googlebox and we love how honest and relatable she is about parenting - this episode is no exception. Plus, we've had some grim weather on the east coast lately so Mel resorted to that life saving hell on earth - the play centre.Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook groupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest today is with us to talk about a topic all parents know well - navigating big emotions with our kids. While Ben Affleck’s 10-year-old son is crashing a half-a-million-dollar car into things, Jules and Mel open up about the relatable things their kids have broken.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest today is with us to share her story of raising three severely disabled autistic boys, how she’s managed to protect her relationship with her husband during all the challenges they’ve faced and what her greatest fear is for her boys. While Mel has been thinking more about her own biggest fear - aging and life passing by too quickly!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest today is rock star mum-of-six Jana Pittman, who after competing in both the summer and winter olympics decided to study to be an obstetrician. Jules and Mel now feel lazy for streaming and sipping wine every evening. She opens up about the days when she just can't, how she manages those days and why mother's need to talk more about how hard it is. While Jules' partner Cam has a bad case of man flu, and there's not a lot of sympathy coming his way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest today is just one of those good humans who has dedicated her time to helping others. Kirsty is a mum of three who has opened up about her time volunteering on the children’s oncology ward and how that experience has shaped her outlook on life and how she approaches motherhood. While Mel asks why it's so hard to teach kids gratitude after an afternoon spent cooking with her daughter for the homeless.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All parents know the name of today’s guest all too well - and probably send up a silent thank you to her every time their child eats! Annabel Karmel is with us all the way from London and looks back on her incredible 30 year career as the ‘Queen of Wean’ and the terrible event that led her to where she is today. And Jules opens up and the challenging past few weeks and how you can try to keep going when you really feel like you can't.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clench your pelvic floor for today’s guest, we’re joined by comedian Felicity Ward who had a baby during covid and with it a whole new comedy routine about the juggle of motherhood. From pregnancy to parenting and now chasing a toddler around - nothing is off limits. And we share stories of frightening moments parents have lost their children, after a horrifying CCTV captured the moment a toddler waddled towards a main road without the mother noticing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest opens up about her struggles with mental illness and explains why she felt it was irresponsible to have a baby. Plus Jules noticed something disappointing about the recent Logies, and something unusual about Tom Cruise's teeth!'Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMums and grab a copy of this fabulous book at jesscareywrites.com/books/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TV and radio host David Campbell is with us to talk about the cheeky inspiration behind his new project, and where the tooth fairy gets all her cash from! While Jules held a special event on the gold coast recently, and got some empowering messages from other mums.Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve got an amazing guest today who has made it her mission to make the world a kinder place for children, after her 12 year old daughter Billie passed away in a tragic accident. And Jules updates us on her attempts to have a baby girl.Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest today was told her little boy would not survive and to terminate the pregnancy. They left it to fate and Christopher was born in 2014. She’s with us to tell us all about the little-known virus that is the leading cause of disability in newborns - and the simple steps pregnant women can take to avoid it. While Jules shares Ollie's VERY annoying new habit.Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re joined by a brain doctor who shares his fascinating insight into what happens to our brains when we’re exhausted - and what to do about it… While Jules and Mel share their go-to vices when they’re tired. And - Jules asked family for help after breaking her arm, but it didn't go as planned. Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fabulous Shelley Craft is with us today - she’s currently juggling work on The Block, her podcast and motherhood across two states. She joins us to share her tips to staying sane and feeling younger. And f**king hell, Mel's got some potty-mouthed kids and wonders how you deal with kids and swearing (pass the soap...).Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest knows what it’s like to hit a wall as a working mum. She describes the shocking things that happened to her body when she suffered burnout and what she did about it. While Jules hit the floor and broke her arm! She opens up about the challenges of caring for a child when you're injured or sick.Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re talking about why kids need to learn to code from a young age. And Jules opens up about being away from Ollie for the longest time yet and how she managed (spoiler alert, not well).Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest today is here to help us support our teen girls on the road to adulthood and shares the top three concerns our girls have. Plus Jules and Mel open up about how different those late teen years were for us compared to what girls are going through these days. And Mel reveals that she finds recommendations stressful, after one went very wrong...Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest had what looked like the ‘perfect’ married life, but then she fell for a woman. Sophie Cachia opens up about why her new ‘blended’ family works for her…While Mel and Jules talk about what has been keeping these mumbies up late this week.Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Any day that involves our favourite human on the planet - Maggie Dent -  is a good day! She’s with us to talk about her new book 'Girlhood' and shares her advice on how to raise strong, resilient girls (Mel is taking notes as she tries to harness her daughter's powers for good). Meanwhile, both Mel's kids are having birthday parties on the same weekend and she wonders how much you should spend and when parties should stop?Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest today shares her inspiring journey of quitting her day job to chase her dream of publishing a book and opens up about what it’s like dating as a single mum after a high profile split. It's the first day of winter and Jules is dealing with snot, so much snot, while Mel talks about the nightmare of kids who hate getting jabs.Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re joined by a guest who opens up about her biggest regret after uncovering her deceased father’s secrets. Jules and Mel chat about whether you ever really get to know who your parents were before they had you, plus baby name fails and what you can't call your child in Australia.Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group facebook.com/groups/KidspotWorkingMumsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re talking about sex - remember that? We’re joined by a sex therapist with some brilliant tips on how to get your mojo back after kids. Mel opens up about feeling 'touched out' after having a baby, while Jules says she's feeling pressure to get the chop now that she's in her 40s!Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest is a multi-millionaire and best-selling author, who is with us to talk about the often forgotten financial impact of becoming a mother. Mel and Jules talk about the challenge of going back to work after maternity leave. And why Jules needs to buy Ollie a helmet, elbow and knee pads!Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group Working Mums Australia. And check out the special list of resources financial expert Melissa Browne has pulled together just for The Juggling Act listeners here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re joined by TV and radio host Erin Molan, on how she’s managing one year on as a single mum and she reveals the daily practice she's started doing that has changed her mental health.Grab a pen, Jules and Mel are sharing their favourite books, while Mel is trying to break the co-sleeping habit with her kids.Make sure you join the chat on our Facebook group Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunday is International 'Being You' day, so today’s guest joins us with tips on how to encourage our children to be YOU in a world that tells them they shouldn’t. Jules and Mel open up about fitting in and the pressure they’ve felt to conform. And with the election on tomorrow, we asked a bunch of very clever kids what they would do if they were Prime Minister… (totally voting for them).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest is a powerhouse at juggling her career as a Fox Sports host and motherhood, now Lara Pitt joins us to share how she does it and just how wild life is with three young boys. Jules and Mel discuss why we put so much focus on sports over the arts for our kids, and give an emotional shout-out to their life wives!  Tell us all about your life wife in our Facebook group Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re joined by a guest who shares her tips for having that holiday AND getting a pay rise. Taking notes. Mel opens up about her own investing journey, while Jules talks about how she relaxes after discovering that 'stresslaxing' is the latest buzzword.Join our Facebook group Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re chatting with 90s covergirl Alison Brahe-Daddo about heading into the second half of her life and how she’s finding the majesty in the mayhem of menopause! Plus Jules and Mel love their mumbie sessions - mums who stay up too late watching TV - and they've found two new shows on Netflix they can't turn off.Join our Facebook group Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest has made her career dream a reality, and we’ll find out if it’s everything she hoped! Mel and Jules open up about whether they’ve ever felt like they’re faking it (at work, minds out of the gutter people)… And can people just cut parents some slack when it comes to the fine print?! Join our Facebook group Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re chatting with a mum about the incredible device that has changed the way they manage her daughter’s diabetes. Mel and Jules discuss how changes to the healthcare system have made things so much easier for families. While Mel wonders whether Mother's Day is more stress and heartache than it's worth.Join our Facebook group Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re finding all about digital nutrition - what is it and how do we achieve it? Plus Jules and Mel talk about whether they’re perfectionist and how to know when it’s turning toxic  Join the chat in our Facebook group working mums Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re joined today by Gogglebox star Isabelle Silbery who talks about the heartbreak of being away from her son after separating from her husband. Jules and Mel talk about that special bond between children and their grandparents and why adulting is so damn boring!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest says we can change our lives in just ten minutes a day - and we are all ears… Jules and Mel reveal their own experiences with meditation, while Jules is going to try for another baby and shares the wild and wonderful things she's been reading up on to get a girl!Join our Facebook group Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re finding all about helping our children be great learners (hint, it’s not how you think…) And Jules opens up about about Ollie's first trip to the emergency room!Join our Facebook group Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re asking whether there’s actually more ‘joy’ to be had in embracing mess.Jules and Mel open up about whether they're perfectionists, dissect the transgender athlete debate plus the latest online horror frightening parents and children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re joined today by the new host of Selling Houses Australia, Wendy Moore, who also happens to be juggling twins! Jules and Mel open up about their own experiences buying and selling property, while Jules is back from Fiji for the first time and shares her verdict.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re learning all about self-hypnosis and how it can help our kids. And with Jules thinking about expanding her family, we talk about the pros and cons of multiple and only children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re chatting about the rise of motherway ceremonies and conscious conception - what they are and why you should care. While Jules opens up about the joy (sarcasm) of flying with kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re joined today by racing royalty Kate Waterhouse who talks about how she’s teaching her daughters to believe in themselves. Mel and Jules ask whether it’s realistic to tell kids they can be and do whatever they want. While Jules opens up about the difference between planning for a baby and it happening unexpectedly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Such an interesting topic of conversation today… how do you know if you’re parenting correctly? We're joined by the founder of Teen Seen to share her thoughts. And Easter is just around the corner so Jules and Mel talk about how they celebrate and why hat parades are the worst. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode we’re chatting with a psychologist and author about the heartbreaking rise in the number of kids with depression and anxiety, and what we can do to help them. While Jules asks what the etiquette is with kid's clubs on holidays. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s ep we’ve got the spiritual CEO Betty Andrews back on the show to talk about children and ghosts, while Jules and Mel open up about whether they had an imaginary friend growing up. Plus discuss the double-edged sword that is daycare. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re chatting with the winner of The Great Australian Bake-off about what made her apply for the show (could be getting a break from her 3 kids under 4!). Jules and Mel get nostalgic about baking and discuss whether it's ever okay to use violence to defend your family (spoiler alert - Will Smith, it's not ok). Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re chatting with dad and chef Darren Robertson about how we can whip up, easy, delicious meals for our kids (he clearly hasn’t met us…). And Mel's daughter finally has covid, so they talk about the timing and getting sick with kids. Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s ep we’re chatting with a mum who had to completely change her lifestyle and career after she was hospitalised with severe post-natal depression. Jules opens up about how much she relates to burning the candle at both ends. While her 40th bday celebrations are coming to an end, so they're talking hangovers with kids (not fun). Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’ve got a guest who says you can use self-hypnosis to ditch negative thoughts, stress and insomnia… while Mel shares the 'thrilling' time she was hypnotised in the Canary Islands. And Jules shares her extensive star sign knowledge and the one alternative treatment she swears by.Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re having a hilarious chat about a new kids' book helping us start the awkward sex chat.  Jules and Mel share their favourite books helping parents have difficult conversations with their kids. And Mel had to fill out a medical form recently and wonders why we're still being asked our marital status and title.Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia and read more about Elise's work here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s ep we’re chatting about the rarely talked about (or supported) transformation every woman goes through when they become a mother. It's called matrescence and neither Mel or Jules had heard of it (or know how to say it!). While Mel opens up about the day from hell.Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia and read more about Elise's work here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re chatting to an incredible mum who has made her career dream come true while juggling three children with disabilities. Mel and Jules are still reeling from the Euphoria season two finale, plus they list the other TV shows that shocked them.Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re chatting with Jules' good mates Mark and Mitch from The Block about the gorgeous way they’re helping families talk about sexuality and gender. While Mel opens up about being sprung by her daughter and the hilarious way she reacted.Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re chatting to a multi-tasking mum about how she’s making her business goals a reality, plus Mel and Jules share their side hustle stories and why you should never put all your financial eggs in one basket. And they're talking about embracing your bump after Rhianna stepped out wearing a lace-up Jean Paul Gaultier cardigan, which showed her growing bump - and woah mumma!Join in the chat in our FB group, Working Mums Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.