
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 ho... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 99 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NutritionHealth & Fitness | |||

Today we’re joined by Davina Rankin — Certified Spinal Energetics Practitioner, Somatic Therapist and Embodied Counsellor — for a deeply honest conversation about love, healing and what it really means to reconnect with yourself before inviting someo... more
Ooo this is such a special one 🥹🎙️
After walking alongside Katherine through her extended fertility journey, navigating endometriosis, pregnancy, and all the in-between moments… today we finally get to hear the part we’ve all been waiting for — he... more
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 re... more
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), whil... more
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Just listened to the birth story ep. Many lols while listening, so relatable and just why I love listening to the pod in general. We are all about trying to live healthy but sometimes we just get Maccas chicken nuggets! Thanks ladies you’re the best!
I absolutely love the balance these ladies bring - informative, real and relatable. ❤️
This podcast literally feels like my little pocket support system. In my infertility, pregnancy and post-partum journeys, I have been able to listen to episodes that make me feel seen and heard and give me both educational information and a laugh when needed! So happy to have found this Podcast!
Recently discovered barely balanced from their episode with Tara and have gone back and binged them all! Love the real information they provide from their expertise as nutritionists, and that they get raw and make others feel they’re not alone! Please keep bringing out endless eps!
Wish these episodes came out daily! Love it!!
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This podcast navigates the contrasting aspects of motherhood and wellness with a focus on nutrition and real-life challenges. The hosts, both qualified nutritionists and mothers, weave together expert insights and relatable stories, offering guidance on topics such as gestational diabetes, labor preparation, nutrition for children, and managing stress. Episodes include candid discussions about personal experiences in parenting, emphasizing the balance between maintaining wellness practices and navigating the chaos of daily life. This approach not only provides listeners with valuable information but also fosters a sense of community and understanding, making it a go-to source for parents seeking both education and entertainment.
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Barely Balanced launched 4 years ago and published 99 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Barely Balanced include:
1. Davina Rankin
2. Deborah Freudenmann
3. Leah Itsines
4. Dr. Rob McLeod
5. Solaine Douglas
6. Kayla Gane
7. Tara Pavlovic
8. Malissa Fedele
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