Barely Balanced
Episodes
Gestational Diabetes & the New Guidelines with Solaine Douglas
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re joined by the brilliant Solaine Douglas, Nutritionist and women’s health expert, for a deep dive into gestational diabetes — wha...
Labour Prep 101: What Actually Works (and What’s Just a Myth)
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Katherine and Shelley dive into all things labour prep — what’s worth doing, what’s backed by evidence, and what might just be anothe...
The Baby Question: Shelley Opens Up About Wanting a Fourth Child
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Katherine and Shelley have a real and honest catch-up — and things get personal. Shelley opens up about her feelings around wanting a fourth ...
For the Overwhelmed Woman: A Moment to Breathe with Nicola Laye
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by the incredible Nicola Laye — a breathwork coach who specialises in guiding women to reconnect with their bodies and find cal...
Reclaiming Your Energy & Rediscovering Yourself // Davina Rankin
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re joined by the beautiful Davina Rankin for a conversation that every woman — and especially every mother — needs to hear.Together...
Second and Third Trimester Deep Dive with Katherine Hay
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this honest and informative episode, Katherine and I sit down to catch up on how her second and third trimesters have been so far. From navigating ...
The Hidden Weight of Stress: Healing, Resilience & Motherhood // Deborah Freudenmann
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by the wonderful Deborah Freudenmann naturopath, author, and mum who is passionate about root-cause health and disease preven...
Pregnancy, Postpartum & Family Nutrition // Leah Itsines
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast we’re joined by the amazing Leah Itsines – recipe developer, cookbook author, businesswoman, and mum. Leah is passionate ...
Baby’s First Bites: How to Introduce Allergens with Confidence // Dr Rob McLeod
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re joined by Dr Rob McLeod, a Specialist General Paediatrician based in the Illawarra, who works across Wollongong Public and Private Hospitals a...
Healthy Habits on Autopilot: What Nutritionists Do Every Day // Katherine & Shelley
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re pulling back the curtain on our everyday lives as nutritionists — sharing the healthy habits we’ve built for ourselves and our famil...
Creatine: Hype or Helpful? A Nutritionist’s Take
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Creatine isn’t just for gym junkies and bodybuilders — but is it really all it’s cracked up to be? In this episode of Barely Balanced, we’re b...
Flipping the Packet with Laura from A Life Worth Nourishing
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by the incredible Laura from @alifeworthnourishing and @chiefnutrition. Laura is a Nutritionist who has made a name for herself w...
Food, Behaviour & ADHD: The Nutrition Link Every Parent Should Know // Katherine & Shelley
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Katherine and Shelley dive deep into a topic so many parents are curious (and often overwhelmed) about: how food can influence your child’s b...
Your IVF Questions Answered with Katherine
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wished you could sit down with an expert and ask all your burning IVF questions? In this episode, I do exactly that. I ask Katherine, who generou...
Cortisol: Friend or Foe? // Katherine & Shelley
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s talk about cortisol — the hormone that gets a bad rap but actually plays a vital role in keeping us alive and functioning.In this episode, w...
PCOS & Fertility: What You Need to Know // Solaine Douglas
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Barely Balanced Podcast, we sit down with the wonderful Solaine Douglas, a clinical nutritionist who specialises in women's healt...
Redefining You With.... Body Image, Babies & The Shift in Self // Kayla Gane
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Barely Balanced Podcast, we sit down with the beautiful Kayla Gane — mum to little Vera and currently expecting baby number two!Tog...
PCOS, Rethinking Alcohol & Living Fully // Tara Pavlovic
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Barely Balanced Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Tara Pavlovic (@tarapavlovic) for a beautifully raw and real conversation. 🌱...
Living with the Silent Disease: Laura’s Journey Through Chronic Fatigue
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome — the silent disease that so often gets overlooked, misdiagnosed, or dismissed entirely. In this deeply personal episode, w...
Feed Your Calm // Malissa Fedele
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the pod, we’re joined by fellow Nutritionist and all-round legend Malissa Fedele.Malissa is passionate about helping women feel more ba...
Trimester Two: The Real Talk with Katherine
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we catch up with Katherine to chat all things second trimester. How has she really been feeling? What symptoms have popped up (h...
Collagen: Hype or Health Essential? A No-BS Chat with Chief Nutrition’s Laura
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Laura, fellow Nutritionist from Chief Nutrition, to deep dive into all things collagen. This is a mus...
Making Breastmilk Last: The Magic of Freeze-Drying // Jessica from The Milk Fairy
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Jessica, co-founder of The Milk Fairy, to explore the fascinating world of freeze-dried breastmilk. Jessica shares h...
Fussy Eaters? This Episode Has You Covered // Lisa Baker
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with a toddler who thinks broccoli is a personal attack? You’re not alone — and this episode is for you.This week, we’re joined by Li...
Our Screentime Story: Finding Balance Without the Guilt // Katherine & Shelley
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into the messy, relatable world of screentime—from two different family setups. One of us is parenting one child, th...
Managing your 1st Trimester Pregnancy Symptoms // Katherine & Shelley
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The first trimester… where the only thing growing faster than your baby is your list of symptoms. From constant nausea to sore boobs, exhaustion tha...
I’m Pregnant! The Raw Reality of IVF, the 2-Week Wait & First Trimester Anxiety
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply personal episode, I’m finally sharing something I’ve held close to my heart… I’m pregnant!After a fresh embryo transfer, the in...
Inside IVF: Egg Collection, Fresh Transfers & Insights from a Clinical Nutritionist Who's Been There!
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, Katherine takes us inside her personal IVF journey.This is such an insightful episode as we dive into not only the personal ...
The Journey to IVF // Katherine & Shelley
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Katherine bravely shares her journey through the highs and lows of trying to conceive. From living with ...
Coming Back to the Breath with Nicola Laye
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by the incredible Nicola Laye — holistic health practitioner and breathwork coach — who is passionate about helpin...
We're Back for 2025 Baby!!
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are back for season 4 of the No BS podcast and we are excited. We have so much goodness lined up for this season but to kick things off for 2...
Navigating Pregnancy Nausea // Katherine & Shelley
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but for many expectant mothers, morning sickness can make those early months challenging. Join us on our podcast as ...
Managing Hashimoto's Through Diet and Lifestyle // Katherine & Shelley
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Living with Hashimoto's thyroiditis can present unique challenges, but taking control of your health through proactive diet and lifestyle choices ...
The Emotional Side of the Two Week Wait // Kate Caddle
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Caddle - Kate Caddle is an award winning Conception and Pregnancy Coach and has personally supported hundreds of women through the challenges of ...
Prioritising your Peace // Katherine & Shelley
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a world filled with fast-paced lifestyles and constant distractions, prioritising our health can sometimes take a back seat. But what if we told yo...
Embracing Support: How can a Doula Work for You // Vanessa Salerno
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The No BS Approach to Motherhood, we delve into the profound impact of doulas on the birthing journey and beyond. Join us as we exp...
Healing Little Skin: Nourishing Childhood Eczema with Nutritional Medicine
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we delve into the world of childhood eczema and explore the root causes of childhood eczema and how nutritional medicine can be used to treat lo...
Mums on the Go - Prioritising your Nourishment // Katherine & Shelley
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let's face it: life can get hectic, and taking care of ourselves often falls to the bottom of the to-do list. Yet, as the cornerstone holding ever...
Unlocking the Power of Nutritional Supplements: Insights from Clinical Nutrition Experts
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed by the supplement industry's vast array of options and conflicting information? Unsure about which supplements are truly benef...
Addressing Adult Acne from the Root Cause
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we deep dive into adult acne. Acne is one of the most common skin conditions. It is multifactorial in terms of the root cause and how it may be ...
The Silent or Not so Silent Stress Response // Katherine & Shelley
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we dive into the effects of stress. We feel sometimes stress can be glorified. We live in a rushing society. Sometimes that stress can be preven...
From Paddock to Plate // Katherine & Shelley
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On todays episode we explore the topic of paddock to plate. As clinical Nutritionists we prescribe organ meat supplements all of the time in clinic an...
The Personal & Clinical Side of Endometriosis // Katherine & Shelley
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode is proudly brought to you by Eye of Horus and honestly we feel like we are doing you a disservice not to share this incredible bran...
The 101 on endocrine disruptors and how chemicals affect our health // Katherine & Shelley
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode is proudly brought to you by Eye of Horus. Honestly we feel like we are doing you a disservice not to share this incredible brand w...
Pregnancy Insomnia Management // Katherine & Shelley
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode is proudly brought to you by Sleepy Belly. A 3 piece adjustable pregnancy pillow that has been proven to help expecting Mummas get ...
Things you think but don't say // Katherine & Shelley
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode is proudly sponsored by Once Upon photo Books. If you also wish to do create your own books full of beautiful memories, you can use...
Our First Catch up for 2024 // Katherine & Shelley
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are back for 2024 and we thought we would start with a catch up to fill you in on where we have been and what's been happening. Today we chat a...
Investing Back into Your Body // Katherine Baquie
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are chatting to mum of 3 young girls, a physiotherapist for women and Physio Katherine Baquie all about investing back into your body as a wo...
Relationship Changes & Mum Rage // Bernadette Lack
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
B joined us some time ago and it was one of our favourite episodes yet. Today she is back and we have a raw and real conversation around mum rage, how...
Moving Through Motherhood // Angela Baklis
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined by the fabulous Ange from The A Life and Movin Mama to talk us through how exercise should look at each stage of motherhood. From pre co...
A Deep Dive into PCOS // Solaine Douglas
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are diving into PCOS. This is a topic so many women have questions around. From how is it diagnosed to signs, symptoms, the different types of PCOS...
Catch Up - Health Checks, Preconception Journey, Parenting Course // Katherine & Shelley
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are catching up and letting you guys in on what has been happening in our lives. We are talking about important health checks we have had don...
A Deep Dive into Third Trimester & Labour Prep // Katherine & Shelley
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is the final episode of our three part series on pregnancy nutrition. This can be a confusing time for many mothers. There is so much conflicting...
A Deep Dive into 2nd Trimester // Katherine & Shelley
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are bringing you a three part series on pregnancy nutrition. This can be a confusing time for many mothers. There is so much conflicting informatio...
A Deep Dive into 1st Trimester Pregnancy // Katherine & Shelley
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are bringing you a three part series on pregnancy nutrition. This can be a confusing time for many mothers. There is so much conflicting informatio...
Transitioning into Motherhood - Birth & Beyond // Aliza Carr
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Aliza Carr. Midwife, perinatal mental health specialist, and Mumma. We have loved following Alizas newest journey as she has st...
The Challenges & Choices of Egg Freezing // Lola Berry
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today Lola Berry joins us to openly share her raw and real journey on IVF and how her and her partner Matt choose to freeze her 37 year old eggs in or...
Holistic Oral Hygiene Health for Children // Charlie Rice
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m todays episode we speak to Charlie Rice who is a registered Dental Hygienist and passionate oral health advocate. Charlie is on a mission to rai...
Navigating Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum with Cerivcal Cancer // Anastasia McBride
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode we are joined by one of Katherine’s clients Anastasia McBride. Anastasia shares her journey through pregnancy and hearing the news...
The 101 on Thyroid Health // Katherine & Shelley
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the podcast Katherine and Shelley dive into thyroid health. In clinic we see many woman with diagnosed and undiagnosed thyroid conditions. So...
Iron Deficiencies in Children. What to look out for // Katherine & Shelley
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to our first episode of 2023. We are so excited to be bringing you more episodes this year. Today we kick off with our first catch u...
Motherhood Uncut & the Transition from One to More Babies // Madelyn Carafa
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Madelyn Carafa. Madelyn is the mother to two beautiful babies Georgia and Rocco and the creator and host to the amazing podcast...
Rhiannon's Stillbirth, Grief & Navigating a World without Her Son Stevie
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tomorrow we are joined by Katherine’s dear friend Rhiannon Holmes. We have never recorded an episode like this and it requires a trigger warning** R...
A Little Bit of Life Lately // Katherine & Shelley
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whoooza, it has been a hot minute since we were on here with a life update. And, let us tell you... a lot has been going on. This episode is hilarious...
Sustainable Living Made Easy & Family Friendly // Natural Harry
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You will hear our genuine excitement in this episode chasing to Harry. She shares the easiest, family friendly tips for sustainable living, among so m...
Keiras 2nd IVF & Pregnancy Journey Thus Far
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode we are joined by Keira Rumble, Mumma to 18 month old Hunter and owner of Krumbled Foods and Habitual Beauty. Keira has had a rocky r...
Debunking Myths Surrounding Pregnancy Nutrition & Gestational Diabetes // Lily Nichols
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We have been waiting to share this epic episode with you guys. This week we chat to the amazing Lily Nichols and debunk myths surrounding pregnancy nu...
Returning to Work Post Baby // Chi from S-kin Studio
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a real and raw conversation surrounding returning to work after having a baby and choosing who will be the primary career and income earner wi...
Boosting Your Childs Immune System // Katherine & Shelley
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is proudly brought to you by Partum Panties. Disposable maternity underwear, providing women comfort and convenience in the early days of...
Katherines Health History - IBS, Laparoscopy, Endometriosis Diagnosis
25 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Katherine has had an extensive health history. since a baby she has had gut issues, as a teenager and adult suffered from hormonal acne, chronic const...
Preparing for IVF Nutritionally // Monique Cormack
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we speak with Monique Cormack. Monique is a Clinical Nutritionist who specialises in IVF and preconception. She became interested in this area a...
The Things You Think, But Don't Say // Katherine & Shelley
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a light and fun episode with your hosts Katherine and Shelley to normalise many of the things we think but don't say out allowed in motherhood...
The Answers you Need on Postnatal Depletion? // Solaine Douglas
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This Episode is proudly brought to you by Bubba Bump. A brand created for mothers by a mother. Bubba Bump is committed to nurturing the mother and pre...
Placenta Encapsulation. Is It Worth The Hype? // Anna Papadakis
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are exploring if placenta encapsulation is worth the hype. The placenta is an organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy. This struct...
Reoccurring Miscarriage, Surrogacy, Marriage Breakdown, Emotional Healing // Dr Sarah Jane
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we speak to Dr Sarah Jane Perri who is a chiropractor and has studied a range of different degrees and modalities that have led h...
Catch Up - Travel with kids, juggling work & mum life, breastfeeding update // Katherine and Shell
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are back. It has been a hot minute between our catch ups and A LOT has been happening in our personal lives. So today we thought we would share it ...
Navigating grief through pregnancy & birth // Katherine Hay
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode Katherine shares her story through grief during her pregnancy and how that influenced her birth and postpartum period. This does re...
Preparing Your Partner For Parenthood & Introducing Siblings // Nourishing those who Nurture
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In more recent years, postpartum preparation and support for mother and baby in our western culture has definitely become a topic that has been explor...
Defining Endometriosis // Amanda Waaldyk
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Dr Amanda, the founder and director of Angea Women’s Health clinic, an integrative Chinese medicine practice with a focus on ...
Toddler Nutrition Tips, Tricks and Hacks // Katherine & Shelley
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Todays episode was a very hot requested topic.... how to navigate toddler nutrition, especially with the fussy eaters?! As Mothers we are constantly n...
Miscarriage, IVF, Pregnancy, Postpartum & Endometriosis // Keira Rumble
17 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode we are joined by Keira Rumble. Keira is not only the founder and CEO of Krumbled Foods and Habitual Beauty but she is the Mumma to g...
Shells 3rd & Final Birth Story with Audrey May // Shelley McKenzie
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode we chat to Shell about her birth story with her 3rd and final birth of Audrey May. We chat about her birth preparation and how the f...
Navigating Toddler Tantrums & The Meaning // Jacintha Fields
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode we speak to Jacintha Fields from Happy Soul Kids. Jacintha is a Mumma, family and child counsellor and has studied meditation, breat...
Pregnancy Nutrition for Each Trimester // Katherine & Shelley
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode we talk you through the ins and outs of pregnancy nutrition. Nutrition during pregnancy is often overlooked and we are usually told ...
Exploring Fertility & What it Means // Nat Kringoudis
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is proudly brought to you by Cacao Mumma. Cacao is high in magnesium, calcium and antioxidants and helps to calm the nervous system. Simp...
Exploring The Possibility of a Pain Free Birth // Emma Maidment
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we really wanted to explore the concept of a pain free birth. We talk to Emma about tools and techniques that we as women and mothers can use to...
Shelley's Pregnancy & Home Birth Stories // Katherine & Shelley
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Shelley has had 4 pregnancies and will have had 3 births in 3 and a half years. Today we talk about the differences between each pregnancy and birth.
Soothing Small Sleepers // Alyssa Easdown
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk to a sleep consult to help explore sleep regressions, key features to sleep cycles and how every baby is different.
Introducing Baby to Solids // Katherine & Shelley
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Todays episode is proudly brought to you by Bouchee. Bouchee offer delicious and nutritious frozen finger food delivered straight to your door for chi...
Relationship Breakdown During Postpartum & Navigating Co-Parenting // Elizabeth Anile
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode requires a trigger warning as we dive into grief, trauma and the trials and tribulations of co-parenting and navigating postpartum period...
Advocating for your Birth, Masturbation, Mind Body Connection, Emotional Healing // Bernadette Lack
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the foundations of a womens right to birth and opened up the conversation around postpartum birth debriefing, masturbation and high sex dri...
A Positive Birth Story & the Benefits of a Postpartum Doula // Steph Geddes
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are sharing Steph Geddes most recent birth story, chatting about the difference between her two births, hearing of the mental work she did be...
The Fundamentals of Preconception Nutrition & Care // Katherine & Shelley
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as we dive into the importance of the preconception phase and what you can do to support you and future baby.
The First 40 Days After Birth // The Golden Month
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Carla and Nadia from The Golden Month to talk about Postpartum and the first 40 days after giving birth. We hear about the impo...
The Things You Think, But Don't Say // Katherine & Shelley
24 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a light and fun episode with your hosts Katherine and Shelley to normalise many of the things we think but don't say out allowed in motherhood...
Monika Rad // An Incredible & Positive Birth Story
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Monika Rad as she shares her incredible and positive birth story and transition into motherhood with her beautiful son Luka.
Get to Know Us!
17 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get to know us, Katherine Hay and Shelley McKenzie. We are mother and clinical nutritionists coming to you with amazing health knowledge, funny storie...