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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

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00:50:07

Motherhood Uncut & the Transition from One to More...

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2022/12/04

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 'The Healthy Hustlers.' Today Madelyn opens up and shares her very raw journey and all of the emotions that came with her 2nd pregnancy. We chat about: - Transitioning from one to two - Doing the work during pregnancy to mentally prepare yourself for your next transition. - Gender disappointment - How it is ok if you don’t feel an instant connection

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Rhiannon's Stillbirth, Grief & Navigating a World...

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2022/11/27

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** Rhiannon shares her real life heart-wrenching grief and story around loosing her beautiful boy Stevie at 38weeks and 6days pregnant. Rhiannon shares so openly about her grief and trauma surrounding her stillbirth to Stevie. This is honestly the most raw and real episode we have ever recorded through many tears and emotions hearing Rhiannon’s journey

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00:56:38

A Little Bit of Life Lately // Katherine & Shelley

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2022/11/24

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 and esculated quickly so we hope you enjoy a good old LOL, especially towards the end. We chat about: - Katherines latest health diagnoses and procedure. - Shells trip to the GC and how it didn't go to plan. - Lennys febrile seizures that have began And so much more.

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00:49:33

Sustainable Living Made Easy & Family Friendly //...

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2022/11/21

You will hear our genuine excitement in this episode chasing to Harry. She shares the easiest, family friendly tips for sustainable living, among so many other things. This is something that we both used to prioritise pre kids but as life got busy and more expensive it just went out the window. In todays episode Harry shares: Easy and affordable tips to make sustainable living accessible again, even with a family. Cost effective ways to access product and produce without breaking the bank. How

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00:56:22

Keiras 2nd IVF & Pregnancy Journey Thus Far

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2022/11/13

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 road to parenthood. She has had 9 pregnancies including her current pregnancy and today she shares all about her journey this time. We talk about: Her journey through IVF this time and why it was perhaps a shorted journey to having a successful pregnancy. Why not comparing yourself and your IVF number to others is essential because it’s not about the

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00:49:53

Debunking Myths Surrounding Pregnancy Nutrition &...

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2022/10/23

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 nutrition & Gestational Diabetes. Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist , Certified Diabetes Educator and an absolute pioneer in the pregnancy nutrition space. Her approach to nutrition embraces real food, integrative medicine, and mindful eating practices. In todays episode we dive deep into the condition gestational diabetes in

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00:32:09

Returning to Work Post Baby // Chi from S-kin Studio

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2022/10/16

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 within your family. Chi, the founder and creative director of a jewellery company S-kin studio joins us today. She choose to return to work after 8 weeks of giving birth to their son, while her partner stayed at home as the primary career. In todays episode we cover: - Considerations to make when returning to work after having a child. - How to have

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00:35:27

Boosting Your Childs Immune System // Katherine &...

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2022/10/02

This episode is proudly brought to you by Partum Panties. Disposable maternity underwear, providing women comfort and convenience in the early days of postpartum. These have been developed by a Registered Midwife after she recognised that postpartum women needed a product that was soft on their wounds, absorbent and easy. These are practical alternative to wearing bulky maternity pads and loose or tight underwear and incontinence products. Recommended by mums and other health professionals as a

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00:32:15

Katherines Health History - IBS, Laparoscopy,...

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2022/09/25

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 constipation and heavy periods. After the birth of her daughter her period returned heavier than ever and with crippling pain. She decided to investigate further. In this episode we talk through what led Katherine do investigate further and what the process and outcomes for her were. This is a great episode, especially if you too are experiencing any gut

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00:40:07

Preparing for IVF Nutritionally // Monique Cormack

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2022/09/18

Today we speak with Monique Cormack. Monique is a Clinical Nutritionist who specialises in IVF and preconception. She became interested in this area after going down the IVF pathway in her own fertility journey and realising that there is a lack of nutritional knowledge and support, on how to prepare the male and female for the best IVF outcomes. Monique had 2 identical twins through IVF and went on to conceive her 3rd child naturally. In todays episode we chat about: Why a restrictive diet is in

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00:26:58

The Things You Think, But Don't Say // Katherine &...

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2022/09/14

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. Sometimes in the thick of it all we feel alone and feel guilty over certain thoughts that can come over us. But, let's face it... normally we are not the only one that have had these thoughts. We put the question of 'The Things You Think, But Don't Say' out there on Instagram and asked you to write in. So join us in this episode as we dive into your

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00:38:57

The Answers you Need on Postnatal Depletion? //...

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2022/09/04

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 preparing women for their postpartum journeys. The online store has a range of baby and mama essentials for Pregnancy, Postpartum + Beyond. One of our favourite products is the baby lounge. I have personally found this amazing to use with Audrey because it gives her a place to rest easy with a bit of a barrier from overly loving and smothering brothers

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00:31:30

Placenta Encapsulation. Is It Worth The Hype? // Anna...

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2022/08/28

Today we are exploring if placenta encapsulation is worth the hype. The placenta is an organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy. This structure provides oxygen and nutrients to a growing baby. It also removes waste products from the baby's blood. The placenta attaches to the wall of the uterus, and the baby's umbilical cord arises from it. It is pretty phenomenal really! So what, if anything should we do with our placenta once it is birthed? Culture to culture it varies and today we

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Reoccurring Miscarriage, Surrogacy, Marriage...

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2022/08/21

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 her into the healing techniques she practices today, which is called network spinal chiropractic. This episode requires a rigger warning. We explore: Reoccurring miscarriage due to immunological reproductive issues The process behind exploring surrogacy Marriage breakdown Trauma and her journey through emotional healing to come out the other end to find

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00:36:34

Catch Up - Travel with kids, juggling work & mum...

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2022/08/18

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 all in a bonus episode. Katherine chats about: Traveling with a toddler and what worked for her. How travel has brought a spark back to hers and Nicks relationship. Juggling life, and essentially being a part time mum. Toddlers swearing. Shell chats about: Her breastfeeding journey with Audrey. Her experience seeking help from a lactation

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00:41:56

Navigating grief through pregnancy & birth //...

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2022/08/14

In today's episode Katherine shares her story through grief during her pregnancy and how that influenced her birth and postpartum period. This does require a trigger warning. We explore: Loss and grief through pregnancy Grief being taboo Katherine's birth story Pregnancy and postnatal depression Tools and techniques to support herself during the hardest time she has known

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00:35:09

Preparing Your Partner For Parenthood & Introducing...

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2022/08/07

In more recent years, postpartum preparation and support for mother and baby in our western culture has definitely become a topic that has been explored and talked about more and more. This is absolutely incredible however, what we really wanted to explore in todays episode was how we can support the partner during their transition to parenthood as well as supporting other children who are becoming siblings. So today we are joined by Tahlia and Caitlin the authors of a postpartum bible called

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00:27:02

Defining Endometriosis // Amanda Waaldyk

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2022/07/31

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 fertility, female endocrinology and supporting Woman through every phase of life. Amanda is a registered Doctor of Chinese Medicine, yoga & meditation teacher and energy healer. She empowers and educates her clients to reconnect with their inherent body wisdom, navigate their way back to balance (naturally) and live the happiest and most thriving

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Toddler Nutrition Tips, Tricks and Hacks // Katherine...

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2022/07/24

Todays episode was a very hot requested topic.... how to navigate toddler nutrition, especially with the fussy eaters?! As Mothers we are constantly navigating this space as our toddlers adapt, change and learn to say NO. And, as Nutritionists we are constantly experimenting with ways to get all of their nutrients into their diet in the most toddler friendly way. Today we share: - Tips and tricks on how and what foods to sneak into your toddler to ensure they are meeting their nutrition needs. - We

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00:51:33

Miscarriage, IVF, Pregnancy, Postpartum &...

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2022/07/17

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 gorgeous one year old Hunter. Keira's journey to motherhood has been filled of turbulent times having experienced multiple miscarriages, ectopic pregnancies, navigating endometriosis and fertility, and going through IVF. Today Keira speaks to us about: - Her fertility journey. - How she advocated for herself and her family and found the right support

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