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The Juggling Act

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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.

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Latest episode

Jun 3, 2026

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Episodes

Side hustles and embracing the bump 20.03.2022

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...

Dumb things kids do and Rachael Finch on the juggle 17.03.2022

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.

The love languages and failing to grow up 15.03.2022

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...

Celebrating Mel's birthday and getting skin deep 13.03.2022

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 jud...

Love scammers and F*cked at 40 10.03.2022

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 pr...

Playcations, and how far would you go for your child? 08.03.2022

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.

Overcoming obstacles and 'how I managed my son's transition' 06.03.2022

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...

We're celebrating Jules' 40th with your 'ask me anything' questions 03.03.2022

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 t...

Co-ed V single-sex schooling and how to manifest your best life 01.03.2022

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.

The challenges of motherhood and personal care routines 27.02.2022

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, W...

The worry book and the queen of routine 24.02.2022

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/l...

Ever-changing parenting roles and our obsession with being busy 22.02.2022

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.

The pain of periods and how to get one day back a week 20.02.2022

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 gro...

Drive to succeed and the hardest part of the mental load 17.02.2022

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.

Competitive siblings and swimming class logistics 15.02.2022

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.

Homeschooling life and partner do's and dont's 13.02.2022

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....

Asthma complications and the series every parent is talking about 10.02.2022

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.

Activity fatigue and critical school mums 08.02.2022

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 informatio...

Starting solids and new year's resolution pressure 06.02.2022

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.

Gender reveals and listening to your body 03.02.2022

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.

Anxious children and mummy's boys 01.02.2022

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.

MAFS advice, one-child families and future predictions 30.01.2022

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.

Handbags, school delays and kissing kids on the lips 27.01.2022

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.

Sexuality and your best age 25.01.2022

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.

The cost of covid and the struggle to clean kid's teeth 23.01.2022

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.

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