This week we’re joined by Lauren Patterson who is the mum-of-two behind Mad Max Mum. She opens up to us about how her daughter saved her life and the battle she faced with postnatal depression after the birth of both her babies. Lauren and Mel also share why co-parenting can sometimes be pretty sh*t.Plus, should you lick your newborn after giving birth? Some mums do, but Cassie says it's just not hygienic for anyone involved.And, do you know how to spot the symptoms of the most common daycare bugs? Dr Sam Hay is here to help and offer his advice for stopping the inevitable spread of germs this winter.SHOW NOTES Your hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Giles Hardie and our huge thanksto Dr Sam Hay and Lauren Patterson.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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