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Barely Balanced

Katherine Hay and Shelley McKenzie

Welcome to Barley Balanced—the podcast that’s mostly healthy… with a side of chaos!

We’re your hosts, Katherine Hay & Shelley McKenzie. Both qualified Nutritionist and Mothers and around here, we’re all about finding that sweet spot between green smoothies and wine nights, kids' lunchboxes and grown-up dreams, wellness hacks and real-life mess.

Whether you’re knee-deep in motherhood, navigating hormones, or just trying to remember where you left your coffee—this is your space. Expect real talk, expert tips, belly laughs, and the occasional overshare.

So grab your matcha… or your margarita

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  • 22 episodes
  • weekly
  • Avg 31 min
  • English
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  • Nov 18, 2025 · 26 min

    Gestational Diabetes & the New Guidelines with Solaine Douglas

    This week we’re joined by the brilliant Solaine Douglas, Nutritionist and women’s health expert, for a deep dive into gestational diabetes — what it actually is, why it happens, and how women can support their bodies through it. We unpack the new reference ranges now being used in Australia, what they mean for testing, and why more women than ever are being diagnosed. Together, we chat about: ✨ What gestational diabetes really means for you and your baby ✨ Why blood sugar balance matters long before the test ✨ The new Australian guidelines — explained simply ✨ Nutrition strategies that actually help ✨ Why diagnosis isn’t a failure — and what to do next Whether you're currently pregnant, planning to be, or supporting someone who is — this episode will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and far less anxious about the GTT. This episode is proudly sponsored by: ✨ All Things Better – A carefully curated online wellness store bringing together the best in natural products, home essentials, and feel-good finds. They source brands that align with health, sustainability, and style, so you can shop knowing you’re choosing better for yourself, your family, and the planet. ⁠Explore their range⁠. ✨ This episode is brought to you by Chief Nutrition — the brand we’re a little bit obsessed with. Their clean, high-protein snacks are made from real food, nothing fake or processed, and they actually taste amazing. Whether it’s their beef bars, collagen bars, or liver capsules — we’re huge fans. Use the code BARELYBALANCED for 20% off your order.

  • Nov 11, 2025 · 37 min

    Labour Prep 101: What Actually Works (and What’s Just a Myth)

    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 another pregnancy myth. Katherine shares exactly what she’s doing to prepare her body for birth (and why), while the girls unpack some of the most common tips and tricks floating around the internet. They chat about: - Raspberry leaf tea — when to start and what it really does - Medjool dates and how they can support a smoother labour - Evening primrose oil — helpful or hype? - Acupuncture and colostrum harvesting - The benefits of sex (yep, you read that right) ...and so much more! It’s an open, honest, and slightly cheeky chat designed to help you feel informed, empowered, and ready for birth. Show sponsors: This episode is proudly brought to you by Comfy Koalas, our go-to low-tox nappy and wipe brand. If you haven’t tried their subscription boxes yet, they’re a total game changer — no more running out of nappies mid-week! You can get $35 off your first box with the code BARELYBALANCED, which pretty much means two free bags of nappies. This episode is brought to you by Chief Nutrition — the brand we’re a little bit obsessed with. Their clean, high-protein snacks are made from real food, nothing fake or processed, and they actually taste amazing. Whether it’s their beef bars, collagen bars, or liver capsules — we’re huge fans. Use the code BARELYBALANCED for 20% off your order.

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