Are you done having kids? Or just needing a pause from the potential of another one right now? Not quite ready for the snip? Or uncertain if hormonal birth control is suitable? So many questions that shouldn't be answered by Google, so this week we bring in the expert, Lara Briden - also known as the period revolutionary - to answer all the questions on contraception.

Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor and bestselling author of the books Period Repair Manual, Hormone Repair Manual, and Metabolism Repair for Women. She has more than 25 years’ experience in women’s health including PCOS, PMS, endometriosis, perimenopause, and many other hormone- and period-related health problems.

You can connect with Lara via her website or instagram

In this podcast we discuss:

• When women start thinking about contraception after having a baby
• What are the clues that ovulation has occurred, and when might this happen
• The forms of contraception available to women - including the pill, mini pill, mirena, copper IUD as well as pros and cons of each
• The forms of contraception available to men, and why it is important that the male partner take on some of the responsibility
• Whether a vasectomy is a good option when you know you're done having kids, and a less permanent option on the horizon
• How long before trying to conceive a woman should stop hormonal birth control
• and so much more!

Today’s episode was brought to you by Saya. We are often asked to recommend natural skincare that actually works, and Saya is a brand that we absolutely love and ticks all the boxes. Saya embodies the fusion of botanical wisdom and technology, combining only the best of Australian natives and botanicals with powerful active ingredients. Supported by research, backed by science, optimising skin health. The results? Skincare that works. Which is absolutely what you want when you may only get a few minutes to tend to yourself!

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Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.

Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.

Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

Mother's Day can bring such a mix of emotions - love, happiness, joy, but sometimes longing, grief and sadness. We send our love to all mothers or those wishing to be mothers at this time. In a very special tribute to Mother's Day we are joined by the beautiful Ashley Hart who so beautifully and vulnerably shares her journey to becoming a mother in the same year that she lost her own mother.

Ashley is an Australian model, yogi, mother and all round gorgeous human who sadly lost her own mother in January 2023 to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The very same year she became a mother to her own beautiful boy Priest, and we are so honoured to share her wisdom and learnings through this time of deep grief and immense joy.

You can connect with Ashley and follow her inspiring journey of motherhood on instagram

In this podcast we discuss:

• Ashley's mum's diagnosis of ALS and how she stepped into the role of caretaker with her sister during this time
• Lessons around generational patterns that became apparent through her mum's decline and passing
• The importance of nurture, introspection and rituals around death and grief
• Her experience of pregnancy and the continued lessons throughout this time
• The healing opportunity that presented through becoming a mum and the first few months of motherhood
• A vulnerable share about Kate's own experience and contrast of motherhood
• and so much more!

Today’s episode was brought to you by Once Upon. Both Luka and Kate have been creating photo books using the Once Upon App for years, and love not only how simple and fun it is to create beautiful books, but also to bring your photos off your camera roll and into your home. They have also just launched an individual photo printing service, which are such high quality (Kate has them lining the wall in her office) and make the perfect gift. To create your very own photo book today, just download the Once Upon app on your phone or tablet, and start adding photos – or collaborating on a book with family or friends.  Your order will even be and shipped from Australia (or one of their other printing houses around the world if you’re in a different country). Visit onceupon.photo to find out more.

Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.

Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.

Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

We have shifted gears this week from babies and toddlers to tweens and teens - and surprisingly there are many similarities! As this is an age group Luka and Kate know nothing about (yet!) we have picked the brain of super-mum of 5, Courtney Adamo to shed some light on what's to come...

Courtney is a mother of five with kids aged 7 to 19, so is more than experienced in this topic. She is also a creative businesswoman, blogger and author, and has worked in the parenting lifestyle arena for the past 17 years. She creates incredible online courses and eBooks for parents, and also offers a membership program for monthly inspiration, ideas and community connection. She is a wealth of knowledge and so beautiful to learn from.

You can connect with Courtney and learn more about her offerings on her instagram or website

In this podcast we discuss

• What age is considered a tween and what is going on for our kids during this time
• How we can keep them close, but still let them have their independence
• How to set boundaries with our kids without seeming like the ‘mean parent?’ and what to do when they push back
• Social media, screens and technology - when should they have it and what boundaries are recommended
• Having the tough or awkward conversations with our tweens, and when these conversations shoudl begin (hint... they keep going forever!)
• and so much more!

SOME ADDITIONAL RESOURCES WE MENTION OR YOU MIGHT ENJOY

• Courtney's tweens and teens course
• Where did I come from book

Today’s episode was brought to you by Keep Cup. 2024 marks 15 years for KeepCup, a lot has changed but the fundamentals are the same. KeepCup manufactures locally in Australia and continues to innovate recycled and recovered materials into their reusable product range. Our favourites are their iconic glass Brew Cork and the new insulated steel Thermal cups and bottles, perfect for drinking coffee and babycinos on the go!

Did you know it only takes 24 uses for your KeepCup Brew Cork to have a lower impact than single-use cups? 

You can purchase KeepCup's full range of reusable cups and bottles from keepcup.com. To help you on your reuse journey KeepCup have kindly given Boob To Food listeners a 20% discount for the month of May - use the code BOOBTOFOOD.

Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.

Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.

Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

Everyone speaks about "the village" in motherhood, but many women are wondering where this elusive village is hiding, and instead are facing feelings of loneliness or longing for more connection. So on this very special episode of the podcast we invite four of Luka's best girlfriends to chat all about making friends as a mum.

Welcome to Boob to Food the podcast Hannah, Katie, Judith and Kobe (Luka and Kate are here too to moderate all the chatting!)

In this podcast we discuss

• Moving from a different city and how to form connections
• Whether it is important to be extroverted and outgoing
• How to find new friends if you are more reserved or quiet
• The importance of showing up no matter what
• Why being authentic matters in attracting your people
• Where to hang and how to go from being mum friends to wine friends
• Navigating conflict (both the kids and the mums)
• and so much more!

The book Kate mentioned was “how to talk to anyone” by Leil Lowndes

Today’s episode was brought to you by The Memo. We love The Memo as a one stop shop for all your baby essentials and are excited to announce that we have collaborated with them for the ultimate starting solids set. 

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Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.

Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.

Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

Have you noticed pesky areas of mould or damp in your home? Do you just wipe it away and hope for the best, or have you been freaking out (like Kate) that it is negatively impacting your health? Or maybe mould has never crossed your mind! Whichever applies to you, today's episode will have you feeling informed and empowered.

Alexx Stuart spurred the Low Tox movement when starting her blog Low Tox Life in 2010 - She's now a 12 x best selling author with 2 books, Low Tox Life and Low Tox Life FOOD, a top podcast, 10 courses supporting people's health and sustainability goals and a thriving online community of judgement-free, empowering goodness. As a consultant, writer, speaker and coach, she never tires of supporting people where our common goals overlap to be healthier and look after our planet.

In this podcast we discuss

• What is mould and mould illness, and why Alexx is so passionate about it
• Why we get mould and whether all mould is bad for our health
• What makes certain people more susceptible to mould and when to worry 
• What makes a house more susceptible to mould and preventative measures you can take
• How to know if mould is present and what to do if we find it
• What to do if we suspect that mould is impacting our health 
• and so much more!

SOME ADDITIONAL RESOURCES WE MENTION OR YOU MIGHT ENJOY

• Alexx’s incredible Go Low Tox Course
• Alexx’s two in depth and insightful books - Low Tox Life & Low Tox Food
• Aus Climate de-humidifiers
• So you think you've got mould resources 

Today’s episode was brought to you by Bio-First. Bio-First is an Australian Family brand, who wanted better options for their family and to help as many people as possible. All products are manufactured locally within Australia. Their products are genuinely natural with no nasties like phthalates, petrochemicals, synthetics or chemical solvents, as well as being free of irritants and designed for little, hypersensitive skin and dermatologist certified

Bio-First have a range of skin and immune products for the whole family. You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 15% OFF the entire range. Visit www.bio-first.com.au

Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.

Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.

Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

We always hear that protein is important... but what even is it? Why is everyone on social media always talking about it? And how (and how much!?) do I get it into my diet when I'm a busy mum? Help!

On today's episode, we dedicate a whole "help me" segment to all things protein for mums. We took your questions on instagram, and answer the what, the why, the how and more.

For those who are tuning in for the first time, a little about us…

• Luka McCabe - founder of Boob to Food, author of Milk to Meals, registered nurse and midwife, as well as mum of 3
• Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist,  clinical director of Boob to Food and mum of 3

In this podcast we discuss

• What is protein and why we need it
• Daily protein requirements and how these change through pregnancy, postpartum, exercise and more
• Whether eating more protein is the key to weightloss
• How we can consume sufficient protein without weighing or measuring our food
• All about protein powders and whether these are safe for us and our kids
• Protein on a plant based diet and whether we need to do protein combining
• ... and so much more!

If you want to learn more about building a balanced meal, you can check our our masterclass HERE

Today's episode is brought to you by Chief. If you're looking for a high protein snack that you can throw in your handbag when you don't have time to stop, then the Beef Brisket bars are for you! High in protein, iron and vitamin B12 - they're a great snack for all mums, whether pregnant, breastfeeding or just keeping up with kids. Made with organic beef, clean ingredients and no nasty preservatives - and while the texture may take a little bit of wrapping your head around, once you get past expecting a date bar, they are so delicious.

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Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.

Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.

Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

Does your child struggle with poor sleep? Are they behind their peers with milestones? Or seeming to pick up every infection going around? If you have questions about ear, nose and throat health (or even if you don't!) then today's episode is for you.

We were honoured to interview the incredible and highly esteemed Professor Kelvin Kong - a proud Worimi man, otolaryngology, head and neck surgeon (in fact Australia's first Indigenous surgeon), NAIDOC person of the year, wonderful father, and passionate advocate for improving the health outcomes for children and adults everywhere - and honestly, that introduction doesn't even scratch the surface of the many amazing things that Kelvin does.

In this podcast we chat to Kelvin about:

• What an ENT doctor is and the common ailments seen in his practice
• Red flags when it comes to our child's hearing that warrant further investigation
• The importance of early intervention and the disparity in care across the nation
• Whether it is true that antibiotics are not necessary for ear infections
• What are grommets, and when they are necessary
• What would warrant a tonsillectomy or adenoid removal for a child
• Whether we should be concerned about snoring or open mouth breathing
• The work Kelvin does in the community and the disparity in health outcomes between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities
• and so much more!

Today’s episode was brought to you by ergoPouch. We are long time fans of ergoPouch - every mum knows the level of stress when trying to decipher whether your child will be warm or cool enough (and wanting to PERFECTLY recreate the exact environment from that magical night of sleep you had once upon a time), so being able to take the guess work out of the equation is such a relief! ergoPouch make natural fibre, premium, ergonomically designed sleepwear and sleep solutions for babies and kids that are TOG-rated for warmth. The range spans Newborn to 6 years old, and is designed to take the guesswork out of dressing your child safely for sleep, no matter the temperature.

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Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.

Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.

Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

As if starting solids isn't overwhelming enough, we also have to think about introducing allergens. Is my baby going to have a reaction? How will I know? When is the right time to start? Help!

On today's episode, we dedicate a whole "help me" episode to the hot topic of introducing allergens. We completely understand that this can be a stressful time for many families, and while we wish there could be certainty, the fact is there is no way of knowing 100% whether or not your little one will develop a food allergy. But we hope today's episode arms you with knowledge and some comfort around what to expect.

For those who are tuning in for the first time, a little about us…

• Luka McCabe - founder of Boob to Food, author of Milk to Meals, registered nurse and midwife, as well as mum of 3
• Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist,  clinical director of Boob to Food and mum of 3

In this podcast we discuss

• What is a food allergy and how it differs from a food sensitivity or intolerance
• What is FPIES (and Kate's personal experience with this)
• What are the top 9 allergens and some tips before introducing them
• When is the right time to start the introduction and which foods to introduce first
• The signs of an allergic reaction and what to do next
• Recommendations on how often your child should be exposed to an allergen food and what counts as an exposure
• ... and so much more!

You may also like to download our ALLERGEN TRACKER so you can keep track of how you are progressing and whether or not any reactions have occurred.

Today's episode is brought to you by Stokke - Nomi. We are long time fans of Stokke and their new Nomi chair is no exception. Ergonomically designed and tool free adjustment, this is the perfect chair to grow easily with your child from newborn, for life! Despite its solid construction, it is so lightweight it can even hang on your table when you inevitably have to clean the floor after meal times.

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Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.

Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.

Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

It is so adorable when our little ones say words incorrectly (and you never want it to change!), but it can also be so frustrating for them when they can't communicate effectively. And like so many topics when it comes to parenting, you might find yourself asking "is this normal?" - today's guest has the answers.

Emily is a certified practicing speech pathologist working and living in the South West of WA. She has worked across hospital, community, disability and private sectors for the past 12 years and recently shifted gears to support parents in their communication and feeding journeys through her online space at Chomp n Chat. She is passionate about giving all children a voice and putting the joy back into the early years of raising healthy and happy little chompers and chatters. She is also a mum of her little girl, with twins on the way too!

In this podcast we chat to Emily about:

• What is a speech pathologist and when you might seek help
• The difference between speech and language, as well as non-verbal communication
• Normal speech errors that kids might make, and when you might want to seek help
• Lisps and tongue ties 
• and so much more!

You can connect with Emily on Instagram or her website

Here is some additional information that we mention in the episode or that may help with your little one's speech:

WORD RANGES FOR TODDLERS 

The first number is the milestone; the second reflects the average for that age group.

• 12 months - 1 - 5 words 
• 18 months - 10 to 50 words
• 24 months - 50 to 300 words 
• 36 months - 250 to 1000 words 

INTELLIGABILITY/CLARITY EXPECTATIONS 

The first number is amount understood by caregivers, the second is amount understood by unfamiliar persons.

• 18 months - 25% and 0-25%
• 24 months - 50-75% and 25-50%
• 3 years - 75-100% and 50-75%
• 4-5 years - 75-100% and 75-90%
• 5 years - 100%

Today's episode was brought to you by Ancestral Nutrition. It may not surprise you that we at Boob to Food are a big fan of organ meats - but if you're anything like Kate, you might love their nutrient density and theoretically want to eat them, but struggle to prepare or consume them in their natural form. Ancestral Nutrition have a range of grass fed beef organs which have been freeze dried to preserve their nutrients, while making it easy to add to just about any meal (or take as a capsule if you prefer!). We particularly love their beef spleen products, which are SO high in iron (11.5mg per serve) - making it perfect for pregnancy, postpartum, starting solids and more.

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Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.

Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.

Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

Wasn't it just yesterday that Kate's third baby Imogen was born? Well it wasn't... because she is almost 6 months old and is getting ready to start solids!

On today's episode, Kate is in the hot seat as Luka asks all things starting solids with her third bub.

For those who are tuning in for the first time, a little about us…

• Luka McCabe - founder of Boob to Food, author of Milk to Meals, registered nurse and midwife, as well as mum of 3
• Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist,  clinical director of Boob to Food and mum of 3

In this podcast we discuss

• When Kate is planning to start solids with Immy, and whether she needs to start earlier because she is such a big baby?
• What her first food will be, and other foods in her top 10
• Whether she plans to do purees or baby led weaning
• Anything she plans to do differently to her other kids
• How to avoid Immy wanting what her siblings are having when it isn’t appropriate
• Equipment she will be using and how to save time
• What she is feeling most nervous and excited for
• and so much more...

Here are some other episodes we mention or that might be helpful...

• Starting solids (our second episode ever!)
• First foods guide 
• Kate's birth story with Imogen
• Growth charts with Dr Eliza Hannam
• Top concerns when starting solids with Emily from Chomp & Chat
• Starting solids FAQ with Renee Bargh

Today's episode is brought to you by Haakaa. We absolutely love Haakaa's range of sustainable and eco friendly products for all stages of motherhood, but are particularly excited about the Yummy Pouch and Fresh Food Feeder when it comes to starting solids! Their high-quality, non-toxic and eco-friendly innovations are sure to make mealtimes fun, easy and safe - from first tastes and beyond! They also have a range of other products for mum and bub like nappy cream, teethers,  milk storage bags and more.

Use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 10% off until December 31st 2024. Visit www.haakaa.co.nz

Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.

Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.

Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

Let us just apologise in advance for this delightful topic... but it was actually HIGHLY requested and it seems that having worms waving at you from your child's bum is somewhat of a parenting rite of passage! But also... eww...

So to tackle all things worms and what we can do about it we are joined by the lovely Kelly Gibson, one of the senior naturopaths and nutritionists from our online clinic here at Boob to Food. Kelly is a mum of 2 with over a decade of clinical experience in holistic medicine. Her particular areas of passion are chronic and complex paediatric conditions, eczema and all things babies. And worms (well, all things gut health)! 

In this podcast we chat to Kelly about:

• What are worms? 
• How do we know if we have them and how on earth did we get them?
• Common and less common symptoms and some things to watch out for with little girls
• What we can do to treat an outbreak
• How we can prevent them coming back
• and so much more!

Kelly is such a warm, knowledgeable and highly experienced practitioner. If you like book an appointment with her or one of our other highly skilled nutritionists or naturopaths please check out our online clinic.

Today’s episode was brought to you by Olivers. We love a road trip, and we also love nourishing food so Olivers is the perfect solution! With 16 stores across the East Coast, and everything from breakfast to dinner and all manner of snacks in-between, their cafe-quality menu satisfies any appetite or dietary need. Not to mention the best coffee on the road bar none. Their organic coffee beans are sourced from small farms and roasted using innovative practices for a consistent, flavourful and indulgent brew.

Visit olivers.com.au to check out their menu and find your nearest location.

Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.

Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.

Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]