Julia Smith

Julia Smith

Julia is a Sydney born-and-raised mum of three girls. With over twenty years in the media industry, including four years with parenting publishers, she’s passionate about creating entertaining content that connects with parents.

When she’s not working or parenting, you’ll find her binge watching TV and revenge-procrastinating about bedtime… or nerding out at gigs with her husband.

Articles written by Julia

Vaccine Complacency is Dangerous
Health & Safety
Vaccine Complacency is Dangerous
It's disappointing to see what's happening in the US right now.
Dog Man: The Musical – A Tail-Wagging School Holiday Adventure at the Sydney Opera House
Entertainment Technology
Dog Man: The Musical – A Tail-Wagging School Holiday Adventure at the Sydney Opera House
Looking for the ultimate school holiday activity in Sydney? Dog Man: The Musical brings Dav Pilkey’s beloved books to life in a laugh-out-loud live performance the whole family will love.  
“You Are Here” reminds us what really matters in the early years
Lifestyle
“You Are Here” reminds us what really matters in the early years
In the whirlwind of toddlerhood, it’s easy to lose sight of how important those early moments are. But in those fleeting, sensory-rich experiences, so much of a child’s foundation is built.
Meet the Aussie-made smart ring rewriting the rules of women’s health
Health & Wellbeing
Meet the Aussie-made smart ring rewriting the rules of women’s health
When you think of wearable health tech, your mind jumps to step counts, stress scores, or sleep stats. But for a growing number of women, those features miss the mark.  
Adolescence: Another reason to rethink giving your kid a phone
Parenthood
Adolescence: Another reason to rethink giving your kid a phone
Like many parents, I sat down to watch Adolescence on Netflix and felt my heart sink. It’s raw. Uncomfortable. Heartbreaking. And yet, it’s exactly the wake-up call we need. Because if we’re honest with ourselves, we’ve seen this coming.
Big wins for Aussie families: What the 2025 federal budget means for childcare
Parenthood
Big wins for Aussie families: What the 2025 federal budget means for childcare
If you're a parent to little ones, chances are you’re really feeling the cost-of-living pressures, especially regarding childcare costs.