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Barely Balanced

Katherine Hay, Shelley McKenzie

Booking Overview

This is a host-led health and wellness show focused on motherhood, nutrition, postpartum recovery, and women’s hormones, with occasional interviews featuring qualified health practitioners. Credible pitches include nutritionists, naturopaths, women’s-health clinicians, postpartum specialists, and experts on maternal mental health or hormone health; booking difficulty is likely low because the show features accessible professional experts rather than highly prominent public figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 119

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: Australia

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

hello@freedomwellness.coma.au

info@frankiejohnson.com

hello@freedomwellness.com.au

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Host

Katherine Hay - Qualified nutritionist and mother covering practical nutrition, postpartum health, breastfeeding, and family wellness.

Shelley McKenzie - Qualified nutritionist and mother covering family nutrition, maternal wellness, hormones, and practical health guidance.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Qualified health and wellness practitioners with specialized expertise in women’s health, hormones, nutrition, perimenopause, postpartum care, or family wellness.
Required Achievements:  

Recent Guest Discussions

Nat Kringoudis - Perimenopause Symptoms And Timing, Hormone Changes, Nervous-system Regulation, Lifestyle Strategies, Personalized Testing, And Western Versus Natural Approaches.

Recent Topics

Health, Maternal Health, Nutrition, Postpartum, Women's Health

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Barely Balanced
:

Goldie's Solids Journey: The Shortcuts Katherine Swears By

October 07, 2026

Starting solids can feel like a full time job you never applied for.This week Katherine is sharing exactly how Goldie's food introduction is going so far, and spoiler, she's not making everything from scratch. We chat about the convenient options she's leaning on, how she saves time without compromising on nutrition, and why choosing easy doesn't make you any less of a great mum.If you're time poor, a bit overwhelmed, or just want permission to make life simpler, this one's for you.This episo...

Katherines Recent Pregnancy Loss - Trigger Warning

September 30, 2026

Trigger warning: this episode discusses pregnancy loss.This one is close to our hearts. Katherine recently lost a pregnancy and today she's sharing all of it, openly and honestly. The grief. The relief, and how confusing it is to feel both at once. How Goldie started rejecting the breast almost the moment it happened. And the trauma from her long fertility journey that she never really got the space to process until now.There's no neat bow on this conversation. It's raw and it's real, and if ...

The Postpartum-Perimenopause Clash Nobody Warned You About

September 23, 2026

This episode explores the complex relationship between postpartum and perimenopause, highlighting how hormonal changes can overlap and impact women's health. Hosts discuss real-life experiences, clinical insights, and practical tips to navigate this transitional phase with confidence.Key Topics:The relationship between postpartum and perimenopauseCommon symptoms and their overlapsThe role of thyroid health in hormonal balanceImportance of holistic testing and supportHow to prepare and support...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Barely Balanced
:

How do I get in touch with Barely Balanced?

Barely Balanced is hosted by Katherine Hay and Shelley McKenzie. Its publicly listed emails are hello@freedomwellness.coma.au, info@frankiejohnson.com, and hello@freedomwellness.com.au. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Barely Balanced?

The publicly listed emails for Barely Balanced: hello@freedomwellness.coma.au, info@frankiejohnson.com, and hello@freedomwellness.com.au.

How many listeners does Barely Balanced have?

Podseeker estimates Barely Balanced reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Barely Balanced?

Barely Balanced typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Qualified health and wellness practitioners with specialized expertise in women’s health, hormones, nutrition, perimenopause, postpartum care, or family wellness. Recent guests include Nat Kringoudis.

How hard is it to get booked on Barely Balanced?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Barely Balanced cover?

Recent episodes cover Health, Maternal Health, Nutrition, Postpartum, and Women's Health. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

hello@freedomwellness.coma.au

info@frankiejohnson.com

hello@freedomwellness.com.au

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