Parenting is a tough gig.  But when doctors discovered Melinda Hildebrandt's daughter was deaf at age two and autistic just a couple of years later, things got even harder.  Melinda joins us in the studio to share her honest and inspiring story and reveals how writing about her journey, helped her heal.  This one's left us a little confused. A woman has lost a friend after inviting a mum and her child on a playdate and failing to foot the bill. So are you coughing up when you organise a catch-up? Plus, the Commonwealth Games are on and we find out if it's got you and your family on the edge of your seat or reaching for the remote.  Tune in! SHOW NOTES  Your hosts are Mel Wilson and Cassie Hamer with special guest Giles Hardie and our huge thanks to Melinda Hildebrandt. 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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