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 balanced, calm, and connected — and in this episode, we dive deep into the beautiful intersection of food and mood.We chat about:• How your daily food choices can influence your mood and mental clarity• Whether food alone is enough to support your mental health• The role of supplements — when they’re helpful and which ones to consider• How to work with cortisol, not against it• Simple lifestyle tips to support your nervous system• How to tune in to your body and spot the signs that stress is taking a tollFind Malissa here:www.malissafedele.com@malissafedele on InstagramThis episode is proudly sponsored by:✨ Nourishing Your Bump — our signature program to support you and your baby on the journey from pregnancy to postpartum. Learn more at: freedomwellness.com.au/nourishing-your-bump🥩 Chief Nutrition — clean, high-protein snacks made with real food. Use code barelybalanced for 20% off at wearechief.com
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Trimester Two: The Real Talk with Katherine
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 (hello chronic constipation and insomnia)?As a nutritionist, she shares the shifts she’s made to her food and supplement routineplus we dive into the key blood tests worth considering during this stage of pregnancy.Whether you're in your second trimester or just curious about what’s to come, this chat is both informative and reassuring. Plus we share lots of lifestyle tips to support your sleep, night routine and why that is so important. Episode Sponsor:A huge thank you to Chief Nutrition for supporting this episode. We’re longtime fans of their clean, high-protein snacks (hello collagen bars 👋). Use the code BARELYBALANCED for 20% off at wearechief.com.
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Collagen: Hype or Health Essential? A No-BS Chat with Chief Nutrition’s Laura
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 must-listen for anyone wanting to support their gut, joints, skin, and overall wellbeing—without the fluff. Laura brings the facts, cuts through the noise, and gives you practical, no-BS insights into how collagen can (or can’t) play a role in your health journey.We chat about:What collagen actually is and how it functions in the bodyThe key benefits of collagen for gut health, skin, joints, hair, and nailsThe different types of collagen (Type I, II, III) and which to look forHow to read a collagen product label and avoid marketing fluffCollagen as we age—why it’s especially supportive as we age into our 30's and beyond.The best ways to incorporate collagen into your daily routineDebunking common collagen myths and misinformationLaura’s top tips on choosing a high-quality collagen supplementWhy Chief’s approach to collagen is different (and better!)Check out Chief Nutrition:🌐 Website: wearechief.com📱 Instagram: @wearechief✨ Use our exclusive code BARELYBALANCED at checkout for 20% off your order!
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Making Breastmilk Last: The Magic of Freeze-Drying // Jessica from The Milk Fairy
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 how this innovative process allows parents to preserve their breastmilk in powdered form—perfect for travel, returning to work, or extending its use well into toddlerhood. We chat about why breastmilk remains beneficial beyond the baby stage, how freeze-drying compares to formula, and the real-life stories behind why more families are choosing this option. If you’ve ever wished you could make your milk last longer, this one’s for you.To learn more about this amazing option, follow this link https://themilkfairy.com/
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Fussy Eaters? This Episode Has You Covered // Lisa Baker
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 Lisa Baker, a Clinical Nutritionist and the creative force behind @the.coffee.table.nutritionist (https://www.instagram.com/the.coffee.table.nutritionist). Lisa is also the author of the Dinner Plate Pals children’s book series — designed to make mealtimes less of a battle and more of a bonding moment.Together, we dive into: • Why toddlers become fussy eaters (spoiler: it’s not your fault) • Practical tips to reduce mealtime stress • How to foster a healthy relationship with food — without forcing a single bite • The magic of storytelling and play in nutrition educationWhether you’re dealing with food refusals, dinner table meltdowns, or just want to feel less alone in the chaos, Lisa brings the goods with compassion, humour, and evidence-based advice.Mentioned in this episode:🧠 The Dinner Plate Pals books (https://www.thedinnerplatepals.com)📲 Follow Lisa on Instagram: @the.coffee.table.nutritionist (https://www.instagram.com/the.coffee.table.nutritionist)Show Sponsor:Chief Nutrition — the brand that actually gets what modern health looks like. They’re not here to flog fad diets or throw kale in your face. They’re about real, evidence-based supplements and nutrition support that works for real life.Think premium Aussie-made formulas, no BS ingredients, and straight-up support for energy, stress, focus, and gut health. Their products are built by actual experts, not TikTok trends.Use our discount code BARELYBALANCED for 20% off on the website. And stay tuned as we bring you weekly updates about how you can use these supplements into your everyday routine. Website:https://wearechief.com/💬 Loved this chat? Share it, tag us, and let us know what resonated!🎧 Subscribe to Barely Balanced so you never miss an episode.
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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