Madeleine West on juggling six kids and dealing with the haters
Self-proclaimed ‘Mother of Chaos’ Madeleine West admits she never wanted a big family.This week, she reveals how she ‘accidentally’ became a mum-of-six and the one little thing that keeps her sane through it all.She also shares the inspiration behind her new book series Lily D, V.A.P.And we’re joined by the hilarious Kristen Toovey to chat about embracing her single mum status. Hello Tinder!Plus, should we celebrate our post-birth baby bumps? Controversial blogger Constance Hall says hell yeah we should!SHOW NOTES Your hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Giles Hardie and our huge thanksto Madeleine West and Kristen Toovey.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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