Barely Balanced

Author: Katherine Hay and Shelley McKenzie

Welcome to Barley Balancedthe podcast thats mostly healthy with a side of chaos! Were your hosts, Katherine Hay & Shelley McKenzie. Both qualified Nutritionist and Mothers and around here, were 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 youre knee-deep in motherhood, navigating hormones, or just trying to remember where you left your coffeethis 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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Gestational Diabetes & the New Guidelines with Solaine Douglas
Tuesday, 18 November, 2025

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 nextWhether 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.