Podd: Boob to Food - The Podcast

122 - Prepping for Pregnancy With Prenatal Dietitian Niki Mohtat

22 april 2025 | 40 min

Nutrition plays a powerful role in fertility and the health of both parents and baby—but so many couples feel confused, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start. In this episode, we’re joined by prenatal dietitian and nutritionist (and one of our Boob to Food clinic practitioners!) Niki Mohtat to break down what preconception care actually looks like.

We chat about why preconception nutrition matters, what to eat (and what to skip), and how to support both egg and sperm quality before falling pregnant. Niki shares the top nutrients to focus on—think folate, vitamin A, choline, iodine, and more—and the surprising ones many women (and men!) are deficient in. We also talk about the difference between folate and folic acid, how to choose a prenatal supplement, and when a more personalised approach might be needed.

Whether you’re planning for your first baby or preparing for a new addition, this episode will leave you feeling empowered with practical, no-pressure tips to nourish your body before pregnancy.

In this episode we discuss:

Why both partners need to be involved in preconception care
The top nutrients to focus on before trying to conceive
Common deficiencies in women (and men)
The truth about folic acid vs folate
What to look for in a prenatal supplement
The role of blood sugar, thyroid health and environmental toxins
Easy, realistic dietary changes you can make today
When to start (and why it’s never too late to make a difference)

Mentioned in this episode:

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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]

121 - Raising Intuitive Eaters with Alyssa from Redwood Wellbeing

15 april 2025 | 54 min

We talk a lot about nutrition—what to feed our kids, how to nourish their growing bodies, and how to make mealtimes feel less like a battleground. But food is so much more than just fuel. It’s also wrapped up in culture, emotion, connection, and often… our own baggage. In today’s episode, we’re shifting the focus to the how of feeding our children—and exploring what it really means to raise intuitive eaters.

Alyssa is the founder of Redwood Wellbeing, a health coach, intuitive eating counsellor, and PDHPE teacher. She’s also a mum of two girls and brings both personal and professional experience to her work—after navigating her own eating disorder and seeing firsthand the growing number of teens struggling with body image and disordered eating. Through Redwood Wellbeing, Alyssa now supports parents to foster a positive relationship with food and body for themselves and their children, with practical, empowering strategies that start from day one.

In this episode we discuss:

What intuitive eating actually means
How to raise kids who trust themselves with food
The impact of praise, pressure, and reward on children’s eating habits
Why labelling food as ‘good’ or ‘bad’ can be harmful—and what to say instead
How to handle sweets, desserts and party food without creating guilt or restriction
What to do when your child wants foods that don’t align with your family’s values
Navigating peer pressure and canteen culture at school
The importance of boundaries around food—and how to set them
Supporting our own relationship with food to break the cycle for our kids
…and so much more

You can connect with Alyssa via Instagram at @redwoodwellbeing or through her website www.redwoodwellbeing.com.au

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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]

120 – Allergy FAQs and Oral Immunotherapy with Dr Chaitanya Bodapati

8 april 2025 | 29 min

Dr Chai is back for a third time on the podcast to help us navigate some of the most frequently asked questions about food allergies—this time diving into the grey areas that many families feel confused about, like breastfeeding and allergens, eczema and food introduction, and the difference between allergies and intolerances. We also explore a hot topic in the allergy world right now: oral immunotherapy (or desensitisation).

Dr Chaitanya Bodapati is a dual-trained Paediatric Allergy/Immunology Specialist and General Paediatrician. With a holistic and family-centred approach, Dr Chai blends her clinical expertise with her personal experience as a mum of children with food allergies. Her relatable and evidence-based support helps families feel confident and informed at every stage of their allergy journey.

In this episode we discuss:

Breastfeeding with food allergies
The difference between an allergy and an intolerance
How to manage eczema when introducing solids and allergens
If food-based skincare products (like almond oil or coconut oil) increase the risk of allergies
Whether what you eat in pregnancy or breastfeeding affects your baby’s allergy risk
Why formula-fed babies may already be exposed to some allergens
What oral immunotherapy is and who it might be suited to
Why food allergy desensitisation is becoming more common in Australia
… and so much more!

You can connect with Dr Chai via Instagram at @childrensallergyclinic or through her website www.childrensallergyclinic.com.au

Some other resources we mention include:

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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]

119 - What to Do if Your Child Has an Allergic Reaction with Dr Chaitanya Bodapati

1 april 2025 | 34 min

We’re back for part two with paediatric allergist and immunologist Dr Chaitanya Bodapati (aka Dr Chai) to continue the conversation about allergies—this time focusing on what to do if your child reacts to a food.

Allergies are on the rise, and the process of introducing allergens can be anxiety-inducing for many families. But what happens when your child actually has a reaction? Whether it’s mild hives or something more serious like anaphylaxis, the path forward can feel overwhelming and unclear—especially when wait times to see a specialist can be months long.

Dr Chaitanya Bodapati is a dual-trained Paediatric Allergy/Immunology Specialist and General Paediatrician. With a holistic approach to care, she draws from her extensive clinical experience—and her personal experience as a mum to a child with multiple food allergies. She is passionate about helping families navigate the often stressful world of childhood allergies with clarity and compassion.

In this episode we discuss:

The signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction vs a sensitivity or contact rash
What to do if your child reacts to a food
When (and when not) to seek medical help
How to manage mild, moderate, and severe reactions
Whether you need to stop introducing other allergens after a reaction
The role of skin prick and blood testing—and why they’re often misleading
What FPIES is, how it differs from other allergies
Whether your child is likely to outgrow a food allergy
When an EpiPen is (and isn’t) necessary
Why the only true way to diagnose an allergy
... and so much more!

You can connect with Dr Chai via Instagram at @childrensallergyclinic or through her website www.childrensallergyclinic.com.au

Some other resources we mention include:

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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]

118 - Introducing Allergens with Paediatric Allergist Dr. Chaitanya Bodapati

25 mars 2025 | 23 min

Allergies are one of the most common—and nerve-wracking—concerns for families starting solids. From knowing when to introduce allergens to understanding how often they should be offered, it’s no wonder so many parents feel overwhelmed.

In this week’s episode of Boob to Food The Podcast, we’re joined by the brilliant (and relatable) Dr. Chaitanya Bodapati, a dual-trained paediatric allergist/immunologist and general paediatrician. Not only does she bring a wealth of clinical experience, but she also shares her perspective as a mum navigating food allergies firsthand.

In this episode we discuss:

When and how to start introducing allergens
Why timing matters (but also why you don’t need to panic)
How often allergens should be offered and in what quantity
What to do if your baby spits the food out (again!)
How to approach allergens when you have dietary restrictions or food avoidance in your family
Whether it’s necessary to introduce every single tree nut individually
What to do if your baby is unwell, or if there’s a family history of allergy
What reactions to look out for and when to seek help
... and so much more!

You can connect with Dr Chai via Instagram or through her website www.childrensallergyclinic.com.au.

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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]

117 - Gagging vs. Choking: What Every Parent Needs to Know with Nicole from Rhythm First Aid

18 mars 2025 | 34 min

Is there anything more terrifying than the thought of your baby choking? If you’ve ever hesitated to serve finger foods because you’re scared of choking, you’re not alone.

In this week’s episode, we chat with Nicole from Rhythm First Aid, a paediatric emergency nurse and first aid educator, to break down the difference between gagging and choking, how to prevent choking, and—most importantly—what to do in an emergency.

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 and Toddler to Table, as well as mum of 3
Kate Holm – naturopath, nutritionist, General Manager and Clinical Director of Boob to Food and mum of 3

In this episode, we discuss:

The key differences between gagging and choking
Why gagging is a normal (and protective!) reflex
The physical signs of choking and what to do if it happens
Common choking hazards and how to modify foods safely
Practical ways to reduce choking risks at home
The step-by-step approach to choking first aid

Want to feel confident in first aid for your little one? Nicole and her team at Rhythm First Aid run in-person courses in Victoria and offer online masterclasses to help parents and caregivers feel prepared—not panicked in an emergency.

Check out her resources, courses, and more on her WEBSITE or INSTAGRAM

Here are some other episodes and resources you might find helpful:

PODCAST: Safe food sizes and textures for babies
PODCAST: Choosing the right feeding approach for your baby

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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]

116 - Life Lately: Freezer Fails, Kate's Audition & Will Strikes Again!

11 mars 2025 | 45 min

Welcome back to another catch-up episode of Boob to Food, the Podcast. This week, it’s just Luka and Kate chatting all things life, motherhood, and the unpredictable rollercoaster that is raising little humans. From a catastrophic freezer meltdown to a toddler crashing the family car (yes, really!), plus big reflections on closing the chapter on having more babies, this episode is a little chaotic—just like mum life itself!

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 and Toddler to Table, as well as mum of 3
Kate Holm – naturopath, nutritionist, General Manager and Clinical Director of Boob to Food and mum of 3

In this episode, we cover:

Luka’s freezer meltdown – Literally. $1,000 worth of carefully stocked meat and broth… gone
Will vs. the family car...
2025, the year of the vasectomy!
How Kate went in her dance audition
Will's renewed bedtime battles
What we are reading and watching
... and so much more!

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
Apple Cider Vinegar (Netflix)
Ethical Farmers (use the code BOOBTOFOOD)
Episode 45 with Lael Stone on Attachment and Separation Anxiety

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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]

115 - Everything You Need to Know About Cup Drinking for Babies with Speech Pathologist Emily Meagher

4 mars 2025 | 26 min

When it comes to introducing your little one to cup drinking, there’s no shortage of opinions—especially about sippy cups. Are they bad for oral development? Will they delay speech? Should you skip straight to an open cup?

To clear up the confusion, we’re joined by Emily Tyler, a speech pathologist (and mum of twins!) who has recently joined the Boob to Food team. With over a decade of experience supporting children in their feeding journeys, Emily is here to break down everything parents need to know about cup drinking—what’s best, what’s unnecessary, and how to make the transition easier for your little one.

In This Episode We Cover:

The role of speech pathologists in feeding
Sippy cups and whether the fear around them justified?
The best first cup for your baby – open cup, straw cup, or something else?
Practical strategies to help your baby learn to drink from a cup.
Troubleshooting common challenges like spitting water, struggling with a straw, or making a mess.
When to transition away from bottles
... and so much more!

Whether you’re just getting started or feeling stuck in the transition, this episode is packed with evidence-based insights to help you feel confident about your baby’s cup-drinking journey.

Resources Mentioned:

Boob to Food Starting Solids Equipment Guide – our favourite cups, bibs, and everything else to make mealtimes easier.
More on cup drinking – our in-depth blog post covering all things cup and straw drinking.

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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]

114 - Does My Child Need Cow’s Milk or Toddler Formula?

25 februari 2025 | 23 min

When it comes to feeding little ones after 12 months, one of the most common questions we get is: Does my child need cow’s milk or toddler formula? With so much conflicting advice from health professionals, formula companies, and well-meaning family members, it can feel overwhelming to know what’s truly best for your child.

In this episode, Luka and Kate break it all down—what the recommendations actually are, why milk drinks aren’t necessary for toddlers, and how to ensure your little one is getting the nutrition they need as they transition to a whole food diet.

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 and Toddler to Table, as well as mum of 3
Kate Holm – naturopath, nutritionist, General Manager and Clinical Director of Boob to Food and mum of 3

In this episode, we cover:

Do toddlers need to ‘wean onto’ another milk drink after 12 months?
Cow’s milk as a drink – is it necessary?
The potential downsides of too much milk consumption
Toddler formula and why we don’t recommend it
Calcium-rich foods beyond dairy
… and so much more!

Resources Mentioned

Our books Milk to Meals and Toddler to Table
Episode 77 with Dr. Staci Whitman – On baby and toddler dental health
Episode 86 all about fussy toddlers – Learn how to encourage variety and reduce stress around food
Blog: Swaps on a Dairy Free Diet – Alternatives to dairy for meeting calcium needs

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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]

113 - Constipation in Babies: Why It’s Not “Normal” and What to Do About It

18 februari 2025 | 28 min

When it comes to starting solids, one of the biggest concerns for parents is constipation. If you’ve ever been told that constipation is ‘normal’ for babies, we’re here to set the record straight—it’s common, but it’s not normal.

In this episode, Luka and Kate dive deep into constipation: what causes it, why it happens around the time of starting solids, and what you can do to support your little one. From dietary changes and hydration to gut health and possible food sensitivities, we’re covering it all to help your baby get back to comfortable, regular bowel movements (without relying on prunes forever!).

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

Luka McCabe – founder of Boob to Food, author of Milk to Meals and Toddler to Table, and mum of 3
Kate Holm – naturopath, nutritionist, General Manager and Clinical Director of Boob to Food, and mum of 3

In this episode, we cover:

What actually defines constipation in babies and toddlers
The biggest causes of constipation when starting solids
Why some babies are more prone to constipation than others
How hydration and milk feeds impact gut health
The role of fibre (and why too much or too little can be a problem)
Foods that can help or hinder digestion
Why laxatives shouldn’t be the first solution (and what to do instead)
The link between gut health, allergies, and constipation
…and so much more!

Resources Mentioned:

Constipation Masterclass – A deep dive into gut health, constipation causes, and practical solutions
Boob to Food Online Clinic – Work with our team of experts for tailored advice and support
Boob to Food Blog – Understanding Constipation – Our evidence-based guide to managing constipation in babies and toddlers
Milk to Meals – Our starting solids book, packed with recipes and nutritional guidance

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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]

112 - Navigating the 9 - 12 Month Starting Solids Stage

11 februari 2025 | 26 min

In this episode of Boob to Food the Podcast, Luka and Kate continue the starting solids journey, diving into what to expect as your baby approaches the 9–12 month mark. By now, you’ve probably navigated the messy beginnings, introduced some allergens, and discovered what your baby loves (and throws on the floor!). But what comes next?

We’ll cover how to transition from those early purees to family meals, when to introduce more structured mealtimes, and how to handle the inevitable phases of food refusal. Spoiler: it’s all normal, and you’re doing great!

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

Luka McCabe – founder of Boob to Food, author of Milk to Meals and Toddler to Table, and mum of 3
Kate Holm – naturopath, nutritionist, General Manager and Clinical Director of Boob to Food, and mum of 3

In this episode, we cover:

The goal of transitioning to family meals by 12 months
When and how to increase to three meals a day (without the overwhelm)
The role of snacks (hint: milk counts!)
Moving beyond purees: why finger foods matter and how to introduce them safely
Managing food refusal, throwing, and ‘fussy’ eating phases
Introducing allergens—early, often, and stress-free
Foods to avoid before 12 months (yes, still no honey!)
Tips for eating out with your baby without the stress
… and so much more!

If you’re feeling unsure about your baby’s feeding journey or facing challenges, don’t forget that our online clinic is here to support you with personalised advice and guidance.

Resources Mentioned:

Milk to Meals – Our starting solids book packed with recipes and evidence-based guidance
Toddler to Table – Your go-to resource for navigating toddler mealtimes
Blog: Picky vs Problem Eaters
Blog: The Ultimate Guide to Sodium for Babies
Episode: Highchairs 101: Safety, Setup, and What to Look For

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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]

111 - Highchair 101: What to Look for and Why It Matters with Paediatric Occupational Therapist Rachael Smith

4 februari 2025 | 33 min

When it comes to starting solids, one of the most important pieces of equipment is the high chair. With so many options on the market, it can feel overwhelming to choose the right one - especially when it comes to posture, safety, and mealtime success. In this episode, Luka and Kate are joined by our paediatric occupational therapist Rachael Smith to break down exactly what to look for in a high chair and why getting it right from the start can set your baby up for a positive feeding journey.

For those who don’t know Rach, she is a mum to her daughter Olive and son Teddy, a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, and the owner of Therapy Time, a private practice based in Brisbane.

Even before having her own family, she has always been passionate about taking a big picture approach to child development. Rach strongly believes that what we eat has a huge impact on everything and sees this everyday in her clinical practice (and at home).

In this episode, we cover:

Why posture and support matter for safe swallowing and independent eating
The 90-90-90 rule and how to set up your high chair for success
The importance of footrests (and what to do if your high chair doesn’t have one)
Safety features to look for when choosing a high chair
Our top high chair recommendations, from investment options to budget-friendly picks
… and so much more!

If you’re in the market for a high chair or just want to make sure your little one is set up for mealtime success, this episode is packed with practical advice and expert insights.

Resources Mentioned:

Our equipment guide
Blog: All you need to know about high chairs
Episode 28 - All about food throwing and high chair refusal

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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]

110 - Life Lately with Luka & Kate: Summer Wrap-Up & A Surprise Reveal

2 februari 2025 | 36 min

109 - Safe food sizes and textures for babies

28 januari 2025 | 22 min

If your baby is starting solids, you’ve likely wondered: How do I safely offer finger foods? It’s one of the biggest concerns for parents embarking on their solids journey, and understandably so. This week, Luka and Kate break down everything you need to know about safely introducing finger foods. From the right size, shape, and texture to practical tips on reducing the risk of choking.

For those who are new here, a little about us…

•Luka McCabe – founder of Boob to Food, author of Milk to Meals and Toddler to Table, and mum of 3

•Kate Holm – naturopath, nutritionist, General Manager and Clinical Director of Boob to Food, and mum of 3

In This Episode, We Cover:

Why bigger is better when starting with finger foods
How to modify foods to make them safe
The “squish test” and why texture matters
When to offer bite-sized pieces and how to recognise readiness
The role of resistive foods in building oral motor skills
How to handle meat, fish, and other tricky textures for beginners
When to introduce harder or crunchier foods
Which foods are choking hazards
... and so much more!

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Solid Starts: A fantastic database showing how to safely prepare foods for all ages and skill levels.
Milk to Meals: Our book packed with recipes and practical guidance for introducing solids safely and confidently.

Today’s episode was brought to you by Part & Parcel. Part & Parcel is our favourite one stop shop for pantry staples – not only do you have the convenience of them being delivered straight to your door (who wants to go shopping with 3 kids!), but they have also curated the most incredible range of organic, ethical and sustainable products so you don’t have to waste your time researching ingredients on labels. They’ve done the work for you. But be warned… you may want to add one of everything to your cart like Kate! Thankfully their annual membership allows members to receive extra savings on their shop (so maybe you can add that extra block of chocolate!).

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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]

108 - Moving from One Meal to Two – Starting Solids for 7–9 Month Olds

21 januari 2025 | 20 min

If your baby is past the initial stage of starting solids, you might be wondering—what’s next (and WTF is going on!)? In this episode of Boob to Food the Podcast, Luka and Kate dive into the 7–9 month stage of your baby’s feeding journey. How do you know when to move from one meal to two? What should these meals look like? And how can you keep milk feeds as the nutritional priority while introducing more foods?

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 and Toddler to Table, as well as mum of 3
Kate Holm – naturopath, nutritionist, General Manager and Clinical Director of Boob to Food and mum of 3

In This Episode, We Cover:

When to move from one meal to two
Nap transitions and mealtime schedules
Foods to prioritise as you introduce more variety
The importance of milk feeds and why they should still come first
Finger foods and self-feeding
Why now is the time to offer sardines, liver, and more
When to seek professional help for feeding challenges
... and so much more!

This stage of your baby’s feeding journey is about increasing variety, building skills, and supporting their natural progression. Remember to follow their cues, keep milk feeds as the priority, and focus on nutrient-dense options as you expand their palate. And don’t forget to enjoy the messy, joyful experience of sharing meals together!

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Milk to Meals: Packed with recipes, practical tips, and feeding advice for your baby and family.
Episode 103: Getting Ready to Start Solids for Babies 4–6 Months
Episode 106: Choosing the Right Feeding Approach for Your Baby
Episode 30: Growth charts and what is normal with Dr Eliza Hannam

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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]

107 - Choosing the Right Feeding Approach for Your Baby with Luka and Kate

14 januari 2025 | 22 min

When it comes to starting solids, one of the most common questions we receive at Boob to Food is, “What’s the best feeding method for my baby?” In this episode, Luka and Kate dive into the options, sharing their insights on baby-led weaning (finger foods) and spoon-feeding (purees) to help you find the approach that’s right for your family. Spoiler alert: there’s no one-size-fits-all solution, and your baby might just decide for you!

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 and Toddler to Table, as well as mum of 3
Kate Holm – naturopath, nutritionist, General Manager and Clinical Director of Boob to Food and mum of 3

In this episode, we cover:

The differences between baby-led weaning and spoon-feeding - and why you don’t have to choose just one
Signs of readiness: How to know if your baby is developmentally ready to start solids
The importance of safety when introducing finger foods
Why purees can be convenient but still need to involve baby’s control
Why mealtime messes are an important sensory experience
Tips for transitioning to finger foods by 9 months and beyond
... and so much more!

If you’re still feeling unsure or have specific concerns, don’t forget that our online clinic is here to support you with personalised advice and guidance.

Resources Mentioned

Milk to Meals – Our starting solids book packed with recipes and evidence-based guidance
Solid Starts first food database – A free resource for preparing age-appropriate foods
Episode 103 – Getting Ready to Start Solids for Babies 4–6 Months

Today’s episode was brought to you by Mini + Me. Mini and Me, a brand we have loved since they launched just over a year ago. It’s an electrolyte drink that’s designed to support you and your family in pregnancy, postpartum or even if you are a tired mum looking for a pick me up. It is full of electrolytes, magnesium, methylated folate and vitamins and is endorsed by the Australian College of Midwives too. It’s perfect for breastfeeding mamas too and they taste so good – there are now 6 delicious flavours to choose from. They have just launched 2 brand new Hydramama flavours – Peach Iced Tea and Tropical. They come in convenient single serve sachets, so they are great for on the run, pram walks, park adventures, and even travelling.

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 20% off. Visit miniandme.co to fill your cup today.

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]

106 - Navigating Christmas and our final episode of 2024 with Luka and Kate

17 december 2024 | 32 min

As the year comes to a close, the festive season brings with it an abundance of joy, traditions, and cherished family moments. However, it can also come with its fair share of challenges, especially for parents of young children. In our final episode of Boob to Food The Podcast for 2024, Kate and Luka dive into a candid conversation about how to navigate the holiday season with little ones in tow.

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 and Toddler to Table, as well as mum of 3
Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, General Manager and Clinical Director of Boob to Food and mum of 3

In this episode we discuss...

navigating new foods (and well meaning family members who want to load your child up with sugar)
extra vigilance around foods (and environments) that can be high risk for choking
alcohol and breastfeeding
setting and holding boundaries with family members
supporting your little ones sleep and nervous system regulation
and so much more

We are taking a break for a few weeks to enjoy the festive season with our families and look forward to being back in your ears with our new format from the 15th of January 2025!

Some resources we mention in this episode:

Forbidden foods episode with paediatric OT Rachael Smith

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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]

105 - Parenting Outside the Box: A Guide to Neurodivergence with Madonna King and Bec Sparrow

10 december 2024 | 61 min

Parenting is full of challenges, but when your child doesn’t quite “fit the box,” it can leave you with more questions than answers. This week on Boob to Food the podcast, we’re joined by two incredible guests, Madonna King and Bec Sparrow, to explore the topic of neurodivergence. In their new book, Out of the Box, Madonna and Bec unpack the complexities of raising and supporting neurodivergent children, offering practical guidance and hope for families navigating this journey.

Madonna King is an award-winning journalist, best-selling author, and speaker with a passion for tackling complex issues faced by families today. Her work provides a voice for children and parents navigating the often overwhelming world of raising confident, connected kids.

Bec Sparrow is a best-selling author, speaker, and advocate for young people. With a focus on fostering mental health and well-being, Bec has helped countless families understand and support children through life’s challenges. Together, their book, Out of the Box, is a resource every parent needs to navigate the world of neurodivergence with empathy and practicality.

In today’s episode we discuss:

What neurodivergence is and how parents can identify early signs
Where parents should start if they suspect their child may be neurodivergent
What typically happens after a diagnosis, including the types of support available and how to access it.
The challenges families may face when navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
How parents can collaborate with educators to advocate for their child’s needs at school without feeling like they’re "pushing too hard."
Steps parents can take to address potential bullying or exclusion of their neurodivergent child
... and so much more

Today’s episode was brought to you by Mini + Me. Mini and Me, a brand we have loved since they launched just over a year ago. Their very first product, Hydramama, is a game changer. It’s an electrolyte drink that’s designed to support you and your family in pregnancy, postpartum or even if you are a tired mum looking for a pick me up. It is full of electrolytes, magnesium, methylated folate and vitamins and is endorsed by the Australian College of Midwives too. Developed by a HG sufferer, Keira Rumble, Hydramama contains zero sugar and it is all natural. It’s a great way to keep hydrated and give some love to your body and baby during those head in the bowl moments. It’s perfect for breastfeeding mamas too and they taste so good – there are now 6 delicious flavours to choose from. They have just launched 2 brand new Hydramama flavours – Peach Iced Tea and Tropical. They come in convenient single serve sachets, so they are great for on the run, pram walks, park adventures, and even travelling.

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 20% off. Visit miniandme.co to fill your cup today.

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]

104 - Toddler to Table - Live at the Byron Bay Book Launch

3 december 2024 | 68 min

To wrap up our book tour and celebration of Toddler to Table, join us for a special live recording of Boob to Food the podcast from our Byron Bay event. This event was such a beautiful conclusion to the tour, and we are glad to share a small part of it with you - we wish we could have shared the amazing breakfast spread with you too, but hey, technology isn't quite there yet!

We dive into all things Toddler to Table—from navigating the unique nutritional needs (and wants!) of growing toddlers to creating joyful, stress-free mealtimes. We explore common feeding challenges, share practical tips from our book, and answer burning questions from the audience. Tune in and feel like you were there with us in Byron Bay.

About our host Courtney Adamo:Courtney Adamo is a mother of five, author, and advocate for intentional family living. Known for her warm and relatable storytelling, Courtney shares her journey of raising children with a focus on simplicity, mindfulness, and creating meaningful connections. She is a passionate voice in parenting, and inspires families worldwide to embrace slow living and cherish the beauty of everyday moments. Did we mention she is a mother of 5! Her wisdom definitely comes from lived experience and she has so many insights to share.

You can connect with Courtney on instagram

Listen to Courtney's episode on Boob to Food the podcast HERE

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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]

103 - Getting Ready to Start Solids for Babies 4–6 Months with Luka and Kate

26 november 2024 | 37 min

Is your baby showing signs they’re ready to start solids or are you wanting to be prepared with the latest evidence around this exciting milestone? In this episode, Luka and Kate dive into all the foundations you need to feel prepared and confident to begin your journey.

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 and Toddler to Table, as well as mum of 3
Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, General Manager and Clinical Director of Boob to Food and mum of 3

We cover all the essentials, including:

Signs of readiness: How to know if your baby is ready to start solids (hint: it’s more than just age!).
Essential equipment: What tools will actually make mealtimes easier (and what you can skip!).
Best first foods: Our top recommendations for nutrient-packed, baby-friendly options.
Rice cereal: Does it really deserve its long-standing place in baby food?
Introducing allergens: Should you start offering allergens as early as 4 months?
What’s normal: How much food should a baby this age actually be eating?
... and so much more!

Whether you’re just starting to think about solids or you’re feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice, this episode is packed with practical tips and expert insights to help you feel confident and prepared.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Our Starting Solids Equipment Guide – the ultimate list of our must-have tools.
Our book, Milk to Meals – your go-to guide for starting solids with over 80 nourishing recipes.
Our blog post with all you need to know about high chairs
Our Starting Solids blog post
Information about sitting unassisted

This episode is proudly sponsored by Nutra Organics, our go-to for nourishing wholefoods for the whole family.

If you’re looking to support your little one’s gut health (and make snack time fun!), check out their Gelatin – perfect for creating delicious, gut-friendly gummies - or if you're time poor (or just can't be bothered!) they also have their amazing Gutsy Gummies range and cutest gummy moulds. Packed with protein and designed to support digestion, these gummies are a great addition to your baby’s solid food journey.

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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]

102 - Nourishing Connection and Family Meal Times with Dr. Deborah MacNamara

19 november 2024 | 57 min

How would you feel if you knew that the type of food you served your kids was not the most important thing for their health? Nor is the amount they eat either. Well, today's guest is will definitely have you breathing a sigh of relief. Dr. MacNamara’s wisdom is deeply reassuring, helping parents let go of feeding anxieties and embrace a more trusting, playful, and connected approach to family meals. Whether you’re navigating picky eating, sensitive kiddos, or mealtime chaos, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical strategies to bring more ease and joy to the table.

Dr. Deborah MacNamara is a developmentalist, counselor, and author of the highly acclaimed book Nourished: Connection, Food, and the Making of a Whole Human Being. Dr. MacNamara’s work dives deep into the intersection of food, connection, and child development, and she shares profound insights that every parent can relate to.

In today's episode we discuss:

What inspired Deborah to write Nourished and her thoughts on why the family meal is so important.
How parents can create meaningful connection during mealtimes, even in busy and chaotic households.
The developmental role of “picky eating” and how adults can guide children through natural eating stages.
The influence of shyness instincts and brain integration on a child’s willingness to try new foods and develop as an eater.
How heightened sensitivity affects some children’s eating behaviors and ways to support sensitive kiddos.
Approaching feeding with less anxiety and more trust, while encouraging play and exploration to build positive food relationships.
Strategies for handling external influences, like social media and family members, and rebuilding a positive connection with family meals.
... and so much more!

Resources Mentioned:

Dr. Deborah MacNamara’s book Nourished: Connection, Food, and the Making of a Whole Human Being
Dr. MacNamara’s website

Today's episode was brought to you by Nourish’d, a game-changer for busy mums looking to enjoy healthy, delicious meals without the stress of cooking. Nourish’d delivers fresh, chef-prepared meals straight to your door, with a focus on whole, nutrient-rich ingredients and no hidden nasties. Whether you’re navigating the chaos of motherhood, juggling mealtimes, or just need a break, Nourish’d makes it easy to nourish yourself and your family while saving precious time.

As a special offer for our listeners, first-time customers can use the code BOOBTOFOOD to get $15 off their first Nourish’d order until 20th December 2024. It’s the perfect way to take something off your plate (literally!) and focus on what matters most. Visit nourishd.com.au to explore their menu and experience the convenience for yourself!

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]

101 - All about body image and motherhood with Revie Jane

13 november 2024 | 60 min

Becoming a mother brings incredible joy and love, but it also introduces new challenges – especially when it comes to how we feel about our bodies. Body image can feel like an overwhelming part of the motherhood journey - not just observing changes within ourselves, but also being mindful of the messages we are passing on to our kids. On today's episode we are joined by Revie Jane, whose candid insights are refreshing and relatable, and her advice will resonate with anyone looking to prioritise self-acceptance and redefine their relationship with their body.

Revie Jane is a mother, entrepreneur and lifestyle influencer, put here on earth to create good from her story, inspire women the world over, and sprinkle joy wherever she goes. Today, Revie is loved on the internet and in the real world. But her story started long before her Instagram Stories. On a mission to ‘work on worthiness out loud’, Revie’s been generous about her difficult childhood and mental health struggles, helping thousands of women who’ve also faced adversity, sexual abuse and poverty, through speaking events and daily content.

In today’s episode we chat about…

Revie’s personal journey with body image and how her perception has evolved over time, especially since becoming a mother
The influence of social media on body image and how Revie manages it within the Instagram world
Practical, gentle steps for new mums to reintroduce exercise into their busy routines
Approaching postpartum fitness in a realistic, body-kind way that’s free from “bounce-back” pressure
How Revie intentionally talks to her daughters about body image, and what she hopes to instill in them
Key ways parents can foster a positive body image in their children amidst societal pressures
Encouragement and advice for mums struggling with body image who feel unsure about how to start shifting their mindset
... and so much more

You can connect with Revie on Instagram or her website.

Some other resources we mention or you might enjoy

Fat is fat and that is that book

Today's episode is brought to you by Banabae. Banabae is an Australian brand that fosters positivity in all that we do - living on the bright side! They celebrate family and home life by creating ethically made products with heart, soul and a sprinkle of nostalgia. Each product is designed to make you smile whilst having a positive impact on people and planet. They are a proud member of 1% for the planet and all of their products are made from natural, organic and recycled fibres - no synthetics or plastics. They are also an incredible one stop shop for Christmas gifting - even for the hardest to buy for recipients!

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 20% off until 6th December 2024. Visit banabae.com to check them out today.

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]

100 - Celebrating 100 episode and 1million downloads + Q&A with Luka and Kate

10 november 2024 | 46 min

99 - Navigating Infertility and Hyperemesis Gravidarum: A Conversation with Keira Rumble

5 november 2024 | 62 min

In this special episode in honour of World Fertility Day, we’re joined by Keira Rumble, entrepreneur, mother, and advocate, as she opens up about her deeply personal journey with infertility and hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). Keira shares the highs, lows, and everything in between – from enduring multiple fertility treatments to facing the debilitating symptoms of HG while parenting a toddler. Her story is one of strength, vulnerability, and the unwavering determination to build a family (and THREE incredible businesses), no matter the obstacles.

Keira Rumble is an Australian mother, entrepreneur and the founder of Krumbled Foods, Habitual Beauty and Mini + Me. Fuelled by her personal health experiences, Keira is deeply passionate about helping people to take care of themselves and live a happy and healthy life.
Keira’s journey to become an entrepreneur began with a pre-diabetic diagnosis in her early twenties and the iconic collagen snack bar, Beauty Bites was born. Personal struggles of infertility, loss, IVF, severe Hyperemsisis Gravadiarum, Endometriosis, mental health challenges and so much more, subsequently formed a roadmap for her business success with Habitual Beauty and most recently, Mini + Me.

In this episode we chat about...

Keira's journey with infertility and when she realised things might not happen naturally
The emotional and physical impact of her physical journey and how she felt failed by the medical system
Some of the unexpected challenges and how she dealt with them
Her experience with HG including parenting a toddler and running a business throughout!
... and so much more

You can connect with Keira on instagram or check out her beautiful businesses Mini + Me, Krumbled Foods and Habitual Beauty

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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]

98 - Toddler to Table - Live at the Sydney Book Launch

29 oktober 2024 | 71 min

Can't attend our events in person? We've got you covered! Join us for a special live recording of Boob to Food the podcast from our Sydney Toddler to Table book launch event in collaboration with our friends at Le Puree! This episode brings the energy, excitement, and heartfelt connections from our incredible community of parents and caregivers, with the whole Boob to Food team, hosted by the beautiful Renee Bargh.

We dive into all things Toddler to Table—from navigating the unique nutritional needs (and wants!) of growing toddlers to creating joyful, stress-free mealtimes. We explore common feeding challenges, share practical tips from our book, and answer burning questions from the audience. Tune in and feel like you were there with us in Sydney!

About our host Renee Bargh: Renee has established a name for herself as one of the premier hosts in the Entertainment industry and is currently the entertainment reporter for the Today Show. Alongside her TV role, she hosts the podcast Mum Era, where she dives into the challenges and joys of motherhood, offering an honest look at parental wellness and the balance between career and family life. Now a mum herself with baby number 2 on the way, Renee brings her unique experiences to both her podcast and television, connecting deeply with audiences through her authenticity and insight.

You can connect with Renee on instagram or her podcast Mum Era
Listen to Renee's episode on Boob to Food the podcast HERE

About Erin Jeries from Le Puree: Erin Jeries is the founder of Le Puree, a brand dedicated to providing wholesome, nutrient-rich meals for babies and toddlers. With a deep commitment to supporting parents in feeding their little ones fresh, organic food, Erin’s mission is to make nutritious meals easy and accessible for busy families. Through Le Puree, she combines her passion for quality ingredients with a practical approach to early childhood nutrition, empowering parents to introduce healthy eating habits from the very start.

Today’s episode is brought to you in collaboration with Le Puree. The first 1,000 days of life are essential in shaping lifelong healthy eating habits. Le Puree delivers nutrient-dense meals designed to support a child’s development and build a foundation for a lifetime of healthy choices. Le Puree's recipes are expertly crafted by an accredited practising dietitian, ensuring they include brain-boosting, growth-fuelling, strength-building, and vision-sharpening ingredients for babies, toddlers, and beyond.

And the best part? They arrive snap-frozen, ready to go right at your doorstep! Each dish is made with love, using locally sourced, farm-fresh produce, and prepared in their Sydney kitchen by their head chef and his dedicated team. It takes a village—Le Puree is proud to be part of yours.

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD10 for 10% off the range. Visit lepuree.com.au to check them out today.

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]

97 - Mothering on my own with Jessica Dover

22 oktober 2024 | 51 min

Today on Boob to Food the podcast we dive into the realities of single motherhood with Jessica Dover. We discuss the emotional, physical, and mental toll that single parenting can take, and how Jessica has learned to navigate the ups and downs while raising her child on her own. If you are a single parent or know someone who is, this episode will offer support, validation, and practical tips for navigating parenthood on your own. Jessica’s story reminds us that, while the journey may be different, the love, strength, and joy of motherhood remain the same.

Jess Dover is an Australian content creator, model, teacher, and single mother to her four-year-old son Seb. Known for her down-to-earth and relatable approach, Jess has built a strong online community by sharing her experiences in motherhood, alongside her love for fashion and everyday life.

She has collaborated with major brands like Bvlgari, La Roche-Posay, and Pandora, but her most meaningful project (apart from being a mum) is Something Sebastian—a personalised baby blanket brand she co-founded with her brother during her journey through motherhood. She has generously offered a discount to the Boob to Food community which is BOOBTOFOOD20 for 20% off sitewide.

In this podcast we discuss

Some of the biggest challenges faced as a single mum - both logistically and emotionally
The weight of the financial responsibility and navigating working while being a single mother
Pressures or judgements from society, and how important it is to lean on your community during this time
Balancing taking care of a child, while also taking care of your own needs
Co-parenting and how to navigate this
When to consider dating and how to know if the time is right
and so much more...

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

96 - The Post-Baby Bedroom: Bringing Sexy Back after kids with Melody Thomas from The Good Sex Project

15 oktober 2024 | 63 min

Feeling like your sex life has gone the way of uninterrupted sleep? You’re not alone! In this episode of Boob to Food the podcast Melody Thomas, creator of The Good Sex Project, explores how to reignite intimacy after kids—and why it’s okay if things are a little… different these days.

Melody Thomas is a New Zealand-based podcast creator, writer, and co-founder of Popsock Media. She is best known for hosting The Good Sex Project, a podcast that explores candid conversations around sex and relationships, released through Stuff in 2023. Prior to that, she created and hosted BANG!, a multi-award-winning series for RNZ that delved into intimacy and sexuality. Melody’s work extends beyond podcasting—she's a writer and columnist for publications like Capital and Sunday magazines, and she’s currently working on her first book.

In this podcast we discuss

Why it seems like men are always ready to have sex, but women take longer to be interested
Whether how often you have sex is important (and what is actually normal!)
The importance of non-sexual intimacy and what that might look like
Practical tips for getting in the mood, or should we just be having sex even if it feels like a chore
Advice would you give to parents trying to maintain their sexual connection?
and so much more...

A few resources we mention or you might enjoy:

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

95 - Navigating the depths: a conversation on grief and losing a child with Gina Chick

8 oktober 2024 | 67 min

In this deeply moving episode of Boob to Food The Podcast, we were fortunate enough to explore one of the most heart-wrenching experiences a parent can face—the loss of a child with the incredible Gina Chick. Through her own powerful story and her work with others, Gina offers such compassionate and open-hearted wisdom on the complexities of grief, healing, and how to navigate life after such profound loss.

Gina Chick is a rewilding facilitator, adventurer, writer, and speaker with a deep passion for the natural world. She gained national recognition as the winner of the first season of Alone Australia. Gina has also just released her first book "We are the stars" which explores and celebrates the raw authenticity, vulnerability, and connection to nature that resonated with millions. Gina’s unique ability to make people watch, feel, and think through her journey is at the heart of this book, offering readers a profound exploration of the human spirit, resilience, and our place in the natural world.

Gina has an incredible ability to talk about the unimaginable with grace, openness, and a touch of hope.

In this podcast we discuss

How Gina became a mother to her daughter Blaise and how she came to pass
Some of the immediate emotions felt in the aftermath of Blaise's death and how her grief evolved over time
The role of support throughout the process and things that were helpful and unhelpful
The most poetic explanation of grief and the gifts that our children provide us
How to respond to the expectation that you should "move on" after grieving
The role of faith, rituals and honouring the life of Blaise day to day
and so much more...

Whether you're a parent, a loved one of someone who’s lost a child, or simply interested in understanding more about this difficult topic, this episode is for you. Gina's wisdom and vulnerability provide a safe place to explore the deep pain of loss while also finding a path toward healing.

You can check our Gina's Book We Are The Stars HERE (and we highly recommend that you do)

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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]

94 - Soothing the skin - eczema insights with nutritionist & naturopath Ash Yates

1 oktober 2024 | 64 min

October is Eczema Awareness Month, so we’re bringing in nutritionist and naturopath Ash Yates from the Boob to Food clinic to help you navigate the minefield that is managing childhood eczema. From identifying triggers to finding relief through holistic care, Ash shares her wisdom on what’s really going on with your little one's skin. Whether you're dealing with flare-ups, itching, or just looking for a deeper understanding, this episode is for you.

Having always had an interest in health, Ash first began her university studies in nutrition and dietetics. Partway through her dietetics degree a personal experience with natural therapies completely shifted everything she thought she knew about disease and healing, so she switched paths to study naturopathy. Ash has a particular interest in tricky things, stemming from her own early experiences as a mum to a son with kidney disease. She specialises in children with autoimmunity and chronic diseases, failure to thrive, allergies and intolerances, ongoing gastrointestinal issues, and common conditions that seem resistant to treatment, like eczema that just won't resolve...

In this podcast we discuss

What is eczema and how common it is
Some of the potential root causes from a naturopathic perspective
The role that genetics and immune function play in the development of eczema
Foods, supplements and strategies that go beyond diet
Practical tips for parents dealing with eczema on a daily basis and when to seek professional help
The importance of skincare and whether steroid creams are helpful
and so much more...

If you would like to dive deeper into eczema you may like to check our our MASTERCLASS or book a 1:1 consult with one of our highly experienced nutritionists and naturopaths in our ONLINE CLINIC

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

93 - Toilet training tips with paediatric Occupational Therapist Rachael Smith

24 september 2024 | 51 min

Ready to say goodbye to nappies? Aren't we all! In this episode of Boob to Food the podcast, we dive into the world of toilet training with paediatric occupational therapist Rachael Smith. Whether you're wondering when to start, how to deal with accidents, or what signs to look for that your child is ready, Rachael brings practical advice to guide you through every stage of the process.

For those who don’t know Rach, she is a mum to her daughter Olive and son Teddy, a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, and the owner of Therapy Time, a private practice based in Brisbane.

Even before having her own family, she has always been passionate about taking a big picture approach to child development. Rach strongly believes that what we eat has a huge impact on everything and sees this everyday in her clinical practice (and at home).

In this podcast we discuss...

What age you should start toilet training and what signs to look for
What equipment is most useful and what to look for
How to handle resistance to toilet training and other common challenges
Whether it is ok for children to poo in a nappy when toilet trained
The right time to introduce night time toilet training
When you would potentially seek help if your child seems to be struggling with toilet training
and so much 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]

92 - Leading with love - how to trust yourself and be the confident parent your child needs with Caitlin Hocken

17 september 2024 | 57 min

In this episode of Boob to Food the podcast, we’re diving into one of the biggest challenges for modern parents—how to trust ourselves in a world full of parenting advice. Caitlin Hocken from ChildWise, shares her insights on why so many parents today feel like they’ve lost their way and how to reconnect with your inner wisdom and parent in alignment with your values.

Caitlin Hocken founded “ChildWise – Conscious Parenting Support” in 2020 to deliver education, coaching, and support to anyone wishing to improve their relationships with the children in their lives. She holds a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood and is a Certified Master Parent Coach. She has always had a deep love for and affinity with young children and believes empowering parents and caregivers by supporting them to grow in awareness is the best way to help children thrive.

Whether you’re a new parent or a seasoned one, this episode will help you rediscover your instincts and parent with more confidence and calm.

You can connect with Caitlin on Instagram or her website

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

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91 - Behind the smile: Brent & Shonleigh Draper on battling anxiety together

11 september 2024 | 55 min

In this special R U OK Day episode of Boob to Food the podcast, we sit down with Brent Draper, well-known for his appearance on MasterChef Australia, and his wife Shonleigh, as they open up about their journey through Brent's experience with anxiety and mental health challenges. This episode is a timely reminder for R U OK Day to check in with yourself and those around you, because a simple conversation can make a world of difference.

Brent Draper (Drapes) is a loved and respected TV personality, and the Winner of MasterChef Australia Season 15 (2023). Not only is Drapes known for his finesse of cooking on the hibachi but he's also known worldwide for his mental health advocacy after exiting MasterChef in his first season in 2021 due to recurring mental health issues. Drapes is also a self confessed 'very keen but very average fisho and surfer' who lives in Northern NSW with his wife Shonleigh and their children Alfie and Bowie.

Drapes and Shon candidly offer a raw and honest look at the realities of mental health struggles within relationships and as parents. Whether you’re facing your own mental health battles or supporting someone who is, this episode is a powerful reminder that it's okay to not be okay, and that asking for help really is a sign of strength.

In this podcast we chat about:

When Drapes realised that something was going on with his mental health and what some of the warning signs were
How he managed to return to MasterChef and what he did differently to support his mental health
How his struggles with his mental health has influenced his parenting, and how they speak about mental health challenges with the kids
What it is like being the partner of someone going through a severe mental health crisis
The things that Drapes found to help him see the way out
...and so much more

You can connect with Brent on instagram

If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs help now, call triple zero (000). You can also call Lifeline on 13 11 14 — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

You can see a list of additional mental health and support services HERE

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

90 - Calm amidst the chaos - navigating emotions and regulating your nervous system as a mum with psychotherapist and yoga and meditation teacher Tamara Coughlan

4 september 2024 | 59 min

Motherhood is a beautiful, chaotic, and deeply emotional journey. As mums, we often find ourselves juggling a myriad of feelings—from the joy of tiny milestones to the overwhelm of sleepless nights and endless responsibilities. In this episode of Boob to Food the podcast, we explore the complex landscape of emotions that mums navigate daily. Whether you're feeling frazzled, disconnected, or simply seeking more calm in your day-to-day, this episode is packed with compassionate insights to help you thrive as a mum.

Tamara Coughlan is an integrative psychotherapist, yoga & meditation teacher, retreat facilitator, occupational therapist and mumma. She blends somatic therapy and process-oriented approaches, and holds a psycho-spiritual lens to walk beside individuals as they explore emotions, behaviours and relationships with themselves. With a focus on the connection between body, mind, and heart, Tamara creates compassionate spaces for clients to explore their inner landscapes and reconnect with their authentic selves.

In this podcast we chat to Tam about:

The importance of acknowledging our emotions and some of the common themes in mothers
How mothers can balance the demands of parenting while also giving themselves the space to heal from their hurts and trauma
The role of the nervous system in how we respond to stress
Some signs that a mother’s nervous system might be dysregulated, and how to become more attuned to these signals
Some simple, everyday practices that mothers can incorporate into their routines to help regulate their nervous systems
The practice of self-compassion when we’re struggling to regulate their nervous system, especially during particularly challenging times?
...and so much more

You can connect with Tam on Instagram as well as her website

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

89 - Meet the dads! A conversation about fatherhood with Jesse and Mike

27 augusti 2024 | 57 min

This week on Boob to Food the podcast, we’re celebrating Father’s Day with a very special episode. We’ve turned the tables and invited our husbands, Jesse and Mike, to share their experiences of fatherhood. As the dads behind the scenes of Boob to Food, they’ve been our rock through the highs and lows of parenting, and now it's their turn to take the mic (yay! says Mike... do I have to? says Jesse).

In this candid conversation, Jesse and Mike open up about what it means to be a father in today’s world. From the early days of navigating newborn chaos to the joys and challenges of raising young children, they reflect on their personal journeys into fatherhood. We delve into the expectations versus reality of being a dad, the pressures men face, and how they find their own balance between work, parenting, and maintaining their relationships with their lovely wives.

In this podcast we chat about:

How we met (and the boys philosophy on how to attract a partner!)
What it was like finding out they were going to be dads for the first time (can you guess which couple was in the middle of a fight?)
How the expectations of fatherhood compared to reality and the challenges they have faced
Managing work/life balance and how to do this
What support they need or already have, and what it is like being married to the working ladies of Boob to Food
Whether they agree with our philsophies on nutrition and social media
What Father’s Day means to them and how they like to spend the day
Advice for new or soon-to-be dads
… and so much more!

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

88 - Understanding and navigating anxiety with Dr Billy Garvey, developmental paediatrician

20 augusti 2024 | 69 min

Sadly more and more children are exhibiting signs of anxiety at an early age. But how can parents discern between normal childhood fears and more serious anxiety issues? And what steps can they take to support their child through these challenging emotions? This week we welcome back our honorary co-host Dr. Billy Garvey, a renowned developmental paediatrician, to explore a topic that weighs heavily on many parents' hearts—childhood anxiety.

Billy is a developmental paediatrician with nearly 20 years experience working with children in a number of settings. He is also the author of his new book Ten things I wish you knew about your child's mental health and the co-founder and co-host of an excellent podcast - Pop Culture Parenting, which aims support child development and wellbeing using evidence in a meaningful, fun and realistic way.

In this podcast we chat to Billy about:

Some common signs of anxiety in young children that parents might overlook
How parents differentiate between normal childhood fears and more serious anxiety issues
Common triggers of anxiety and the most common age group this occurs in
When we should consider seeking professional help for our child's anxiety (or our own!)
Lifestyle changes that can significantly reduce anxiety in children
How parents can manage their own anxiety, and whether having an anxious parent predisposes a child to having anxiety as well
What to do if you're feeling overwhelmed by your child's anxiety
... and so much more!

This episode is a must-listen for any parent navigating the often turbulent waters of childhood anxiety. Billy's advice offers both reassurance and practical steps to help families support their children's mental well-being. Whether you're noticing early signs of anxiety in your child or just want to be prepared, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and tools to handle anxiety with confidence and compassion.

You can connect with Billy on Instagram as well as on his podcast

You can also check out his book HERE (and we both highly recommend the audiobook version!)

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

87 – Life after birth: wisdom for the postpartum period with Jessica Prescott

13 augusti 2024 | 56 min

With so much emphasis on pregnancy and bub's arrival, have you even had a chance to consider what happens next? Whether you're a new mum, expecting, or supporting someone through their postpartum journey, this episode is packed with practical tips and heartfelt advice to help you feel empowered and supported during this transformative time.

In today's episode we speak with the incredible Jessica Prescott, a renowned postpartum doula, cookbook author, photographer and mother who shares her wealth of knowledge on navigating the fourth trimester.

In this podcast we discuss

How she came to work in the postpartum space and why this time is so sacred
Why a postpartum doula might be the best investment you didn't know you needed!
What a meal train is and how you can set one up for your loved ones
What is matrescence and why it is so transformative for women
Finding yourself after having a baby
Setting up your sanctuary at home
... and so much more!

You can connect with Jess via instagram, preorder her new book EPIC SALADS HERE, or check out her book Life After Birth HERE.

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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]

86 - Fussy toddlers and navigating toddler mealtimes with paediatric Occupational Therapist Rachael Smith

7 augusti 2024 | 63 min

Do you have a fussy eater at home? Are mealtimes turning into a battleground? You’re not alone! In fact, information about taming the toddler at mealtimes has been so highly requested, we even wrote a book about it (more on that in the episode!).

For those who don’t know Rach, she is a mum to her daughter Olive and son Teddy, a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, and the owner of Therapy Time, a private practice based in Brisbane.

Even before having her own family, she has always been passionate about taking a big picture approach to child development. Rach strongly believes that what we eat has a huge impact on everything and sees this everyday in her clinical practice (and at home).

Meal times are a big deal for our little ones, and they require a lot of sensory, fine motor, oral motor, and behavioural skills. With her gentle, kind and empowering approach Rach equips parents with a toolkit full of responsive, evidence-based and family-centered strategies.

In this podcast we discuss:

what is a fussy eater and when we may expect out child to show signs of fussiness
when fussy eating has gone beyond what is considered normal and is in the realm of problem feeding
whether we can avoid having a fussy eating and Rach's tips and strategies to minimise the chances
top tips for having enjoyable family mealtimes if our little one is saying no to everything we offer
... and so much more

And if you want more in depth information on all things toddlers and family meals, you can preorder our new book Toddler to Table HERE

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

85 - Nutrition for breastfeeding (mini episode)

5 augusti 2024 | 22 min

84 - Managing mastitis (mini episode)

4 augusti 2024 | 30 min

83 - Navigating a low supply (mini episode)

1 augusti 2024 | 24 min

82 - What to expect in the first 6 weeks of breastfeeding (mini episode)

31 juli 2024 | 24 min

81 – Navigating a challenging breastfeeding experience, CMPA, breast refusal and formula with dietician and mum Marika Day

30 juli 2024 | 59 min

Whether you are currently breastfeeding, have faced your own breastfeeding challenges, are preparing for motherhood or wanting to support those around you - today's episode reminds us that while breastfeeding can be a beautiful experience, it is also okay to encounter difficulties and seek help when needed.

Marika Day is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist with over 10 years of experience in various clinical areas with the goal of promoting her message of balanced, healthy living. Recently, she became a new mum to her first son, Jude who has struggled with CMPA which set Marika on a windy path to discover a feeding solution that worked for them both.

In this podcast we discuss

How her professional background influenced her approach to motherhood and breastfeeding, as well as some of the initial challenges faced
When she realised she needed more support and where she turned for assistance
The rollercoaster of introducing formula - and how this is not the "easy way out"
The impact on both her physical and emotional well-being
How her experienced changed her perspective on motherhood and breastfeeding/bottle feeding
Advice for other mothers who are struggling with breastfeeding
... and so much more!

You can connect with Marika via instagram

Today’s episode has been brought to you by Franjo’s Kitchen. We are huge fans of Franjo’s Kitchen and their incredible, natural, functional and delicious lactation cookies created by health professionals to support mothers from pregnancy through to postpartum & beyond. Their Australian made and owned cookies are dairy and egg free with gluten free options too – but be warned – they are SERIOUSLY delicious (and Kate has found them really effective too). Our personal favourites are the choc chip and fig and almond flavours – which are the perfect snack when you’re breastfeeding or one handed trying to wrangle a toddler!

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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]

80 - Intimacy and the 5 love languages with Lael Stone

23 juli 2024 | 58 min

Are you looking to deepen your connection with your partner or foster a loving environment for your children? If there is a guest who can set you on the right path, it is Lael Stone.

In this always enlightening conversation with Lael, we delve into the intricacies of the 5 Love Languages, a concept introduced by Dr. Gary Chapman that has transformed how we understand and express love. Whether you're familiar with the love languages or hearing about them for the first time, Lael's insights will provide you with practical tools to enhance your relationships with your partner, children, and family.

If you haven’t already listened to episode 3 with Lael on raising resilient and compassionate children, we highly recommend you do (it is our most popular episode for a reason!). Lael is an educator, TEDx speaker, author, mother, and parenting counsellor who has been working with families for over 20 years. Her work as a birth educator, post-natal trauma counselor, and parenting educator has seen her work with thousands of families consulting about newborns all the way to the teen years. And probably most importantly - she is a wife and mother of three big kids - who are teenagers and young adults and she is currently putting all her research into practice with them!

You can connect with Lael on Instagram and Facebook as well as her new offering Motheration

In this podcast we cover:

The concept of the 5 Love Languages and why they have resonated so widely
How can we identify our own and our partner’s love languages, and how this may improve our relationship
Navigating difficulties when we desire or express love in a different way to our partner
How we can apply this to our children to deepen connection in our family
Maintaining a family dynamic where everyone feels heard and understood
and so much 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]

79 – Iron across the lifespan with Kate and dietician Renee Jennings

16 juli 2024 | 55 min

We know iron is important, but did you know that your needs change dramatically throughout different stages of life? From supporting pregnancy to your child's growth and development, iron plays a pivotal role - but how do we make sure we are getting enough, and how do we know if we are deficient?

Today on the podcast Renee, our beautiful dietician steps in for Luka to chat with Kate and explore the vital role of iron throughout various stages of life. From preconception to pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, infancy, and childhood, iron plays a crucial part in our health and development. Renee shares her expertise on how to ensure you and your family are getting the right amounts of this essential nutrient at every life stage - and makes it easy too!

In this podcast we discuss

The difference between haem and non-haem iron and where to find them
How we can improve our absorption of iron as well as things that may impair it
Some common signs of iron deficiency for both kids and adults
The importance of iron during preconception, pregnancy and postpartum
How pregnant women can balance getting enough iron while managing pregnancy-related digestive issues like nausea or constipation
Postpartum conditions that may be affected by low iron and the importance of testing
The huge iron requirement when starting solids and how this can be achieved
... and so much more!

You can read more about iron for starting solids in our blog post HERE or connect with our team of nutritionists & naturopaths for individualised guidance about diet and supplementation HERE.

Today’s episode was brought to you by C ell Squared. Cell Squared are a Melbourne based business on a mission to connect people with more traditional ways of eating. If you have been around here for a while, you will know that we are huge fans of liver, and particularly LOVE the Cell Squared liver and spleen capsules as a great way to introduce this iron rich superfood to your whole family. The Organic Spleen & Liver Capsules were recently reformulated to deliver 9.4mg of heme iron per 6 capsule serve. As well as iron (from the spleen), the capsules are unique as they also contain the necessary synergistic nutrients to enhance iron absorption & usability (which come from liver).

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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]

78 – Mothering with a disability and embracing our differences with Jess Quinn

9 juli 2024 | 45 min

If you're looking for some inspiration - this is the episode for you. Our guest today proves that you can overcome anything, and is an absolute force - an amputee mama normalising ‘different’ to inspire other women to feel seen, heard and less alone. She's our kind of girl.

This week on the podcast we are thrilled to welcome the incredible Jessica Quinn. Jess is an all round inspirational woman - she is an advocate for disability awareness, body acceptance, and diversity, an author, a model, content creator, business woman - and most recently a mother to her baby girl Marla. Her journey to motherhood, while navigating the unique challenges of living with a disability as well as endometriosis and chronic pain is so inspiring and she shares so openly with grace and wisdom. We loved this chat and adore Jess.

In this podcast we discuss

Jess' story about how she came to lose her leg and some of the unique challenges being an amputee presents as a mum
Living with a disability and the choice to share so openly about her experience
Her decision to become a mum and how her diagnosis of endometriosis affected this
Body acceptance and how motherhood has changed her perspective
Health anxiety and reflecting on her experience as a child now that she is a mother
... and so much more!

You can connect with Jess via instagram

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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]

77 – Ensuring optimal dental health for children with functional paediatric dentist Dr. Staci Whitman

2 juli 2024 | 69 min

We all want the best for our children's health, and dental health is no exception. But how do we actually achieve this to ensure their smiles stay bright and healthy (and we aren't spending a fortune on dental bills in the future)?

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Staci Whitman to answer all your burning questions about children's dental health.

Doctor Staci is on a mission to create a cavity-free world. She founded one of the first Functional Paediatric Dental Offices in the world, where she takes a whole-body, holistic, and functional approach with her patients. Her dentistry and practice philosophy are both grounded in science and powered by love. Doctor Staci has always been passionate about children's nutrition and how to improve our food system, the oral microbiome and the oral-systemic connection, and sleep and airway health, focusing her research in residency on how to improve airway assessments and diagnostic tools in the paediatric population.

In this podcast we discuss

When our children should first see a dentist and start brushing their teeth
What is a cavity and why do we get them
The optimal diet for dental health, and what to do if you have a picky eater
Dr Staci's thoughts on toothpaste - what to look for and avoid
All about flossing and fluoride
Whether breast milk causes tooth decay
Why is open mouth breathing is a red flag and what it may indicate
... and so much more!

You can connect with Dr Staci via instagram and her website

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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]

76 – Navigating relationships after kids with Elly Taylor

25 juni 2024 | 66 min

It’s no secret that becoming parents can profoundly impact your relationship. So, what exactly happens to relationships when you throw parenting into the mix? And can we safe guard our relationship against conflict and other challenges? In today's episode, we speak with Elly Taylor to explore the complexities of relationships after having children.

When Elly became a relationship counsellor and a new mother at the same time, she was shocked that nobody had prepared her and her husband for the big life changes and new relationship challenges that came with parenthood. Fast forward to now and Elly is a parenthood preparation and relationship specialist and author of the award-winning book Becoming Us, the Couple's Guide to Parenthood. Elly's passion is preparing parents for the rollercoaster of pregnancy, birth and beyond in ways that grows couples closer together than ever.

In this podcast we discuss

What happens to relationships when you throw parenting into the mix
Some of the most common themes or challenges that show up and when we can expect this to happen
Why so many couples experience conflict in those early years of parenting (and just how many do!)
How you can navigate conflict when you're exhausted, touched out, feeling overwhelmed, isolated and don't have anything left for yourself, let alone your partner?
Whether relationship challenges contribute to PND/PNA or if it is the other way around
How to know if a relationship has a "normal" amount of conflict or is beyond repair
How to prepare your relationship ahead of time and whether it is possible to get your relationship back after experiencing conflict
... and so much more!

You can connect with Elly via instagram and Facebook

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. But mumma... is it time you start making sure you IN the photos, not just taking the photos? Once Upon wants mums everywhere to sign a contract with their partners, where they both agree to taking more photos with mum IN the picture. Because remember mumma, it is your story too. Visit onceupon.photo to find out more and download your contract today.

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]

75 - Top tips for sleep deprivation with Luka & Kate PLUS navigating extreme sleep deprivation and adrenal fatigue with Kirsten Shanks

18 juni 2024 | 54 min

It is said that mothers lose more than 2 months of sleep in their baby's first year of life. Who else feels exhausted just reading that? So if the change is inevitable, what can you do support yourself and maximise the energy and resources you have available during this time? Today's episode is a 2-for-1 guide with Luka & Kate as well as a personal reflection from the beautiful Kirsten Shanks.

Kirsten Shanks is the founder and CEO of Orchard St. - a beautiful business with four iconic Sydney spaces offering a naturopath curated product range including potent and pure herbal medicines, conscious lifestyle wares and their signature juice cleanse offerings. She is also a qualified Naturopath with over 20 years experience in the plant realm and a devotion to explorations of ecology, consciousness and most importantly; motherhood.

In this podcast we discuss

Luka and Kate's top tips for anyone in the depths of sleep deprivation
The contrast of mothering with community but no family in Sydney vs with family but no community in NZ
Signs that Kirsten was experiencing burnout
The challenge of showing up as a mother, business owner, partner, friend and human when only sleeping for a couple of hours each night
Naturopathic tools that Kirsten found valuable through this time
The importance of deep rest that no herb, matcha, coffee or other remedy can replace
... and so much more!

You can connect with Kirsten via instagram as well as the Orchard St. website.

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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]

74 - Postpartum hairloss and how we can make it stop! With registered dietician and postpartum expert Lily Nichols

11 juni 2024 | 52 min

Why is it, that the one time you would really appreciate luscious, thick hair - when you're feeling sleep deprived, covered in milk and baby spit up, and likely haven't showered for a few days - your hair starts falling out! And more importantly, is there anything that can be done? We let today's expert fill us in.

Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based nutrition. Her work is known for being research-focused, thorough, and sensible. She is the founder of the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition®, co-founder of the Women’s Health Nutrition Academy, and the author of three books: Real Food for Fertility (co-authored with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack), Real Food for Pregnancy, and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes. Lily’s bestselling books have helped tens of thousands of mamas (and babies!) and we are so lucky to pick her incredibly clever brain on all things postpartum hairloss.

In this podcast we discuss

why some postpartum women lose their hair, when it starts and more importantly when it should stop!
whether there is anything we can do to prevent postpartum hair loss
foods or supplements that can help lessen hair loss or help it grow back
whether breastfeeding makes hair loss worse
signs that the amount of hair loss is outside of normal
whether it is important to get blood tests postpartum and what is recommended
... and so much more!

You can connect with Lily and on instagram as well as her website.

Today’s episode was brought to you by C ell Squared. Cell Squared are a Melbourne based business on a mission to connect people with more traditional ways of eating. If you have been around here for a while, you will know that we are huge fans of liver, and particularly LOVE the Cell Squared liver powder, capsules, as well as their liver and spleen capsules as a great way to introduce this iron rich superfood to your whole family. They have also just launched an Australian sourced, grass fed and finished collagen powder and gelatin powder, as well as having an incredible range of other pantry staples.

Cell Squared rarely offer discounts, but they have generously given our listeners 10% off with the code BOOBTOFOOD including already discounted 3month capsule bundles which also have free express shipping. Discount excludes already 15-20% off bundles & our double up ghee bundles. Visit www.cellsquared.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]

73 - Asthma, croup, coughs, colds and more with paediatrician Dr Rob McLeod

4 juni 2024 | 64 min

When we think of winter, we often think of cost knits, hot chocolate... oh and those dreaded winter coughs and colds that seem to linger for months on end!

To unpack all things coughs and winter viruses we are joined by the wonderful Dr Rob McLeod. Dr. Rob is a Specialist General Paediatrician who lives in the Illawarra with his family. He works both publicly and privately in the hospital as well as offering telehealth appointments via Cub Care.

Rob is also the Co-Founder of Australia’s first allergen introduction product, Taste Bubs - which he started to make allergen introduction easier for parents from his own experience, to help reverse the trend of food allergies in Australia. Most importantly, Rob is a dad to two daughters, so not only is highly experienced from a professional perspective, but he is in the trenches with us too.

In this podcast we discuss

RSV, influenza, parainfluenza and all the other viruses commonly seen in winter and whether it is important to know which one your child has
Why respiratory viruses are more predominant in winter
What is croup, as well as home treatment and red flags for additional support
The difference between croup and asthma
A doctor's thoughts on cough syrup
Whether honey actually works and other home remedies
Can we prevent our kids from getting sick?
... and so much more!

You can connect with Rob and on instagram as well as

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

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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]

72 - The reality of birth trauma and letting it go with Bernadette Lack from Core & Floor Restore

28 maj 2024 | 82 min

While we excitedly wait for 9 months to meet our babies, the reality for many women is that the birth they have been hoping for may not be the one they experience. Many women are left feeling physically and emotionally shaken, confused, overwhelmed or many other distressing emotions that amount to birth trauma - something that is not always easy to discuss.

So today we are joined by the incredible Bernadette Lack - a midwife, creator and founder of Core and Floor Restore and co-creator of Motheration, two companies centered around enabling you to feel the very best version of yourself emotionally and physically. She is also an author, educator, and co-host of The Great Birth Rebellion podcast. Her favourite roles in life though are being a lover to her husband and mother to their two epic children.

In this podcast we discuss

What exactly is birth trauma and why it is such an important topic to address
How someone might know if they have experienced birth trauma
The impact of birth trauma on the mother, baby and future generations
Whether birth outcomes are really improving
How you can release or process birth trauma
What to do if you have had a traumatic birth and are pregnant again
... and so much more!

You can connect with Bernadette and her amazing work on instagram as well as

Today's episode has been brought to you by Franjo's Kitchen. We are huge fans of Franjo's Kitchen and their incredible, natural, functional and delicious lactation cookies created by health professionals to support mothers from pregnancy through to postpartum & beyond. Their Australian made and owned cookies are dairy and egg free with gluten free options too - but be warned - they are SERIOUSLY delicious (and Kate has found them really effective too). Our personal favourites are the choc chip and fig and almond flavours - which are the perfect snack when you're breastfeeding or one handed trying to wrangle a toddler!

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 15% off sitewide until the 29th of June 2024. Visit franjoskitchen.com

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]

71 - Your worst parenting advice ever with Luka & Kate

21 maj 2024 | 56 min

Unsolicited advice... it seems to be a rite of passage when you become a mum. But how much of it is worth listening to? And how much is outrageously incorrect! This week we break down some of the bad parenting advice you have been given... not that we are experts either!

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

Whether it is appropriate to dip your baby's dummy in beer? whiskey? honey?
When you should stop breastfeeding, and who should be making that decision!
Are you selfish if you don't send your child to daycare?
Is it ever ok to bite your baby?
What not to do if your child is screaming in the car
... and so much more!

Some other resources we mention or you might enjoy:

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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]

70 - Which contraception is right for you with Naturopathic Doctor Lara Briden

14 maj 2024 | 66 min

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!

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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]

69 - The mirror of motherhood and entering motherhood after losing your mum with Ashley Hart

7 maj 2024 | 61 min

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]

68 - All things tweens and teens with Courtney Adamo

30 april 2024 | 80 min

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

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

67 - Making friends as a mum with Luka's friends

23 april 2024 | 81 min

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

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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]

66 - Practical tips for managing mould (and why we should care) with Alexx Stuart

16 april 2024 | 85 min

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

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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]

65 - Protein for pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss and beyond with Luka & Kate

9 april 2024 | 49 min

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

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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]

64 - Grommets, tonsils, poor sleep and more with ENT professor Kelvin Kong

2 april 2024 | 61 min

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!

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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]

63 - Introducing Allergens with Luka & Kate

26 mars 2024 | 46 min

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.

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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]

62 - All about speech and language development, what's normal and what's not with speech pathologist Emily Meagher

19 mars 2024 | 76 min

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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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]

61 - Starting solids for the third time with Luka & Kate

12 mars 2024 | 45 min

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.

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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]

60 - All about worms with naturopath and nutritionist Kelly Gibson

5 mars 2024 | 46 min

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.

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

To get in touch please email [email protected]

59 - TANTRUMS... the ins, the outs and the WTFs with Dr Billy Garvey, developmental paediatrician

27 februari 2024 | 70 min

This week we welcome Dr Billy Garvey back to the podcast to share his wisdom on all things tantrums... because let's face it, if we aren't already going through it, we probably will soon enough!

Billy is a developmental paediatrician with nearly 20 years experience working with children in a number of settings. His clinical and research interests include child development and mental health, multidisciplinary collaboration, improving health literacy and promoting community engagement to support all families.

He is also the co-founder and co-host of an excellent podcast - Pop Culture Parenting, which aims support child development and wellbeing using evidence in a meaningful, fun and realistic way. Definitely check it out!

In this podcast we chat to Billy about:

Why do our children tantrum and what is a typical age we can expect them to start
Practical tips we can use to minimise tantrums and what we can do if one has already kicked off
What to do if we as the parent feels like tantrumming and don't have the patience to respond
What to do if a tantrum is affecting your child's safety or other children
Red flags for when it is no longer "normal" tantrumming and where to seek help
Will it ever end
and so much more!

Dr Billy is an absolute wealth of knowledge is so generous with his wisdom. He also shares so much that can benefits families with children of all ages and stages, as well as adults too - we highly recommend you tune in!

You can connect with Billy on Instagram as well as on his podcast (which you can listen to HERE)

Today's episode was brought to you by Stokke. We are long time fans of the Tripp Trapp chair by Stokke - in fact they outnumber Kate's regular chairs at her dining table because she has one for each child! With over 10 colours to choose from and made from solid European wood, this chair is sure to become a feature at your table too as it is suitable from newborn up until adulthood. The foot and seat plates are both highly adjustable to ensure ergonomic seating at every age, which is so important particularly when commencing solids. They are also easy to clean and made with water based, non toxic paint and materials - that means no harmful substances and free from bisphenol and phthalates.

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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]

58 - How do you cope when one of your twins needs surgery at 14 hours old and being a good enough mum with Dr Jess Montfort

20 februari 2024 | 57 min

Navigating newborn life (especially with twins!) can be challenging at the best of times... but how do you cope when one of your twins requires surgery at only 14 hours old and you find yourself caught on a rollercoaster of medical complications? Dr Jess Montfort shares her incredibly moving experience on today's episode.

Dr Jess is a consultant psychiatrist, university lecturer, and mum to 2 year old spirited twins living in Byron Bay, Australia. While she has extensive experience working professionally with both perinatal and infant mental health, today she is sharing her personal reflections.

In this podcast we discuss

what it was like to fall pregnant with twins and how she found her pregnancy
when it became apparent that one of her twins had a serious medical issue
the rollercoaster of medical events that ensued, and how she navigated having one twin in hospital and the other ready for home
feelings of anxiety and how being a psychiatrist doesn't necessarily mean you won't face challenges
the importance of being a "good enough mum" and how we can do this
and so much more!

If you would like to connect or work with Jess you can visit her website www.jessmontfort.com

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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]

57 - Sex and intimacy after kids with sexologist Juliet Allen

13 februari 2024 | 53 min

If you're like the hundreds of women who asked questions about this topic, then chances are you too are wondering where on earth your libido has gone, if it will ever come back and what sex really looks like after having babies. So we took it straight to expert, because let's be honest... Luka and Kate are both wondering the same thing!

Juliet Allen is a global leading sexologist and mentor, well-known for her bold, straight-to-the-point manner and for authentically sharing her own experience as a lover of all things sex and sensuality. She is also in the depths of the postpartum period herself for the third time, so she really gets it!

In this podcast we discuss

Whether it is normal to have no sex drive after having kids, and if it will ever come back
If we SHOULD be having sex even if we feel touched out or like it is a chore?
How to switch off your mum brain so you have a chance of getting in the mood
Tips for intimacy when co-sleeping
How often people are really having sex and what is normal
Navigating pain with intercourse after childbirth
and so much more!

You can connect with Juliet on Instagram @juliet_allen or her website www.juliet-allen.com

You can also listen to the separation anxiety episode with Lael Stone that Kate mentions HERE

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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]

56 - All about gastro with Luka & Kate

6 februari 2024 | 59 min

Gastro... the word that sends you running for the hills (or the toilet!), but unfortunately seems to strike most families from time to time (unless you're Kate who somehow seems to have avoided it so far).

We receive so many questions about gastro each week - what to eat, how to recover, are there any supplements to take - so we decided to dedicated a whole episode to the delightful topic. And just a reminder, if you have any questions you would like answered in our "HELP!" segment - whether about nutrition, health, parenting, or anything on your mind, them please send them to [email protected]

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 gastro and any red flags to be aware of
The importance of hydration and some ways to prioritise it for different ages
Whether we should be eating during the acute phase and what to offer
How to prevent it from spreading, and tips for managing it when the whole house is unwell
Supplements that may help before, during and after
How to recover and replenish nutritionally after gastro
and so much more...

Please note - the information presented in this podcast is general in nature and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. If you would like personalised advice or support then please book an appointment with one of our highly skilled nutritionists or naturopaths in our online clinic.

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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]

55 - People pleasing and finding your voice as a mum with Hollie Azzopardi

30 januari 2024 | 66 min

This week we welcome back the beautiful Hollie Azzopardi to chat all about people pleasing, how to put yourself first, find your voice and set boundaries as a mum. A topic that Luka can't relate to and Kate needs much more help with!

Author of The People Pleaser’s Guide to Putting Yourself First, Hollie Azzopardi is a writer and speaker with a focus on personal development and spirituality. She is also a mum, and shares so openly and vulnerably about her challenging journey so that other mums don’t feel so alone in their struggles, and those around them can some insight and understanding to support them.

In this podcast we discuss

What is people pleasing and why it seems to be such a common trait/experience
Hollie's personal experience with people pleasing and how she came to write a book on it
How people pleasing can show up in motherhood
The importance of boundaries and how we can set them
Strategies for finding our voice as a mum
and so much more!

You can connect with Hollie on Instagram @hollie_azzopardi or her website www.hollieazzopardi.com

Listen to Hollie's previous episode HERE

Today's episode was brought to you by Bimby + Roy. Designed in Australia and ethically crafted in Fiji, Bimby + Roy create a range of intimates that are perfect for all stages of motherhood and beyond. Their comfortable bralettes are not only easy to breastfeed in, but they also double as swimwear (and are perfect to labour in like Kate did for her water births!). We love their vibrant prints and versatile styles that adapt to your everyday. Visit www.bimbyandroy.com.au for a welcome discount and to check out their range.

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]

54 - Packing a healthy lunchbox and navigating the supermarket with Nabula from Supermarket Swap

23 januari 2024 | 70 min

With the return to school looming, that means the return of making lunchboxes. And if that isn't overwhelming enough, you also have to SHOP for the food! Thankfully Nabs from Supermarket Swap is here to help.

If you are yet to discover Supermarket Swap, it is an incredible app that was created by Nabula Brdar to simplify the shopping process to allow shoppers to easily search, shop, share and save on additive and preservative free food from Australia’s largest supermarkets. What started as her personal mission to help her son, has turned into an extensive database, with many additive and preservative free options from Australia’s largest supermarkets.

In this podcast we discuss

What to look for when making swaps at the supermarket
Brands that often have amazing options to swap to
How much Nabs spends on groceries to feed her family of 4 (and how she does it!)
How to pack a balanced lunchbox
How to ensure your child is nourished if their lunchbox comes home uneaten
and so much more...

We also mention this amazing hack from Mel Browne - how to save on your food bill by using AI!

Today’s episode was brought to you by Eco Cocoon. We absolutely love these lunchboxes - Kate has been using them for over a year and has now put Luka and many other friends onto them too! Not only are they planet friendly and a great bento box style, but they are also ACTUALLY leak proof - no more watermelon soaked crackers, or chia pudding leaking into your bag. They also sell a range of insulated lunch bags, stainless steel drink bottles and other accessories to make school lunches easy, nourishing and fun.

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 10% off your order. Visit www.ecococoon.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]

53 - What's in our first aid kit? With Luka & Kate

16 januari 2024 | 61 min

Ever had a moment where your child has suddenly developed *insert one of many childhood illnesses or injuries here* and you haven't had anything on had to support them? Us too. So join us this week as we go through what we now aim to keep in both our natural and medical first aid kit for home and camping.

We also introduce you to our new segment (currently called "HELP" because we both have mum brain and can't think of anything else... input welcome!) where we answer your parenting questions - this week tackling what to do in the midst of a tantrum. Please send any questions (and name suggestions!) to [email protected]

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

Natural remedies that we keep at home for respiratory and immune support
Topical applications for all those bumps, bites and grazes
Medical supplies to keep on hand
How we store our first aid kit
and so much more...

And because we have listed so many different supplements, products and brands we have put together this simple checklist for you to refer to when you are creating your own first aid kit.

Please note - the information presented in this podcast is just what Luka and Kate have in their PERSONAL first aid kits. This advice is general in nature and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. If you would like personalised advice regarding brands of supplements, dosages and whether they are right for your family then please book an appointment with one of our highly skilled nutritionists or naturopaths in our online clinic.

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]

52 - Setting up your finances for 2024 with financial educator Melissa Browne

9 januari 2024 | 74 min

Hands up who is feeling stressed about the state of their finances, the economy or has no idea what any of it means? We both have our hands in the air! But thankfully the incredible Melissa Browne joins us on the podcast again to clear it all up.

Mel isn't your typical finance person. Yes, she's an award-winning ex-accountant and ex-financial advisor but she's also a multi-millionaire (after having started with less than nothing in her early thirties) who is now a financial educator & best-selling author. Her training has helped thousands of people develop their own tailored financial mix of everything they need to place their energy into and nothing they don’t so they can walk away from the financial merry-go-round they’re on. Her passion is to increase the financial literacy of women and in doing so, to help create your financial confidence and your wealth.

In this podcast we chat to Mel about:

What on earth is happening in the current economic climate and her predictions for 2024
How we can start 2024 feeling good financially
Some quick money saving tips when we feel like we are struggling and strategies for taming money anxiety
How we can save money on our grocery bill
Some of the biggest financial leaks that you might not have considered
Tips to transition from a 2 income family to single income
and so much more!

Some other resources we mentioned include:

Mel's Course - My Financial Adulting Plan
5 Financial Goals for 2024
Mel's last interview on the podcast, all about maternity leave and superannuation

You can connect with Mel on instagram or her website

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! 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. When you’re ready to order you can use the discount code boobtofood for 25% off (valid until 27th January 2024), and your order will 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]

51 - Get to know us and welcome 2024!

2 januari 2024 | 63 min

Happy New Year! 2024 is here and we cannot believe that it has almost been an entire year of Boob to Food the podcast - so we thought we would take the opportunity to reintroduce ourselves and answer some of the questions you have been asking...

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

How we came together and how Boob to Food started
Kate's many past lives and careers
Our most and least favourite parts of parenting
Skin care and exercise
What we would love to do if weren't doing our current jobs
Luka's bowel movements
and so much more...

The book Luka mentioned and loved was Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty...

... and if you have any book recommendations please let us know!

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

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]

50 - 2023 FAQ And Wrap Up With Luka And Kate

17 december 2023 | 64 min

In our final episode for 2023 we answer your most asked questions from instagram covering everything from allergies to when to have babies 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

The transition to 2 children, age gaps and getting your cycle back when breastfeeding
Whether kombucha is safe for children
Our thoughts on microwaves for reheating food
Natural cleaning products
How much we spend on groceries
Allergens and allergies
Unsettled babies
and so much more...

We also mention a few previous episodes that you might like to check out...

Finally, a huge thank you to all of our listeners for being here for the first year of Boob to Food the podcast! We have absolutely loved showing up in your ears each week, and look forward to being back in 2024 with more exciting guests and topics. Until then, have a wonderful festive season with your loved ones xxx

Today’s episode was brought to you by Taste Bubs. We know that introducing allergens to your little one can be daunting and overwhelming - one of our most asked questions is HOW to do it, how often and how much! Taste Bubs is an all in one solution to help your little one get the best start. Designed by doctors, the Allergen Starter Pack is an Australian-first, easy 4-week cycle program to introduce the most common food allergens to your baby.

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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]

49 - Forbidden foods and navigating parties with paediatric Occupational Therapist Rachael Smith

10 december 2023 | 53 min

With the festive season in full swing it is likely you and your child will come in contact with some forbidden foods... so what should you do? Our paediatric occupational therapist Rachael Smith has you covered.

For those who don’t know Rach, she is a mum to her daughter Olive, a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, and the owner of Therapy Time, a private practice based in Brisbane.

Even before having her own family, she has always been passionate about taking a big picture approach to child development. Rach strongly believes that what we eat has a huge impact on everything and sees this everyday in her clinical practice (and at home).

Meal times are a big deal for our little ones, and they require a lot of sensory, fine motor, oral motor, and behavioural skills. With her gentle, kind and empowering approach Rach equips parents with a toolkit full of responsive, evidence-based and family-centered strategies.

In this podcast we discuss

What are forbidden foods? Should any foods be off the menu?
What age should we start being more relaxed around sweet or sugar/additive laden foods and whether there is a magic age to introduce them
Should we be teaching our kids about healthy/unhealthy foods?
The language we should use when talking to our kids about different foods
How to navigate social events or situations where different foods are offered
Whether restricting our kids will make them go crazy at the dessert table!
Communicating with other caregivers
and so much more...

Some books that Rach loves to support this topic include...

What’s On Your Plate by Whitney Stewart
The Whole World Inside Nan’s Soup by Hunter Liguore
Off to the Market by Alice Oehr
In My Garden by Kate Mayes and Tamsin Ainslie

Today’s episode was brought to you by Kärcher Australia. We try to keep our home clean and free from bacteria, without using any harsh chemicals. Unfortunately, we also have kids that don't like to abide in the whole 'keeping the house clean' thing - especially having a 2 year old with sticky hands that likes to touch everything in sight. Sometimes we just need a quick touch up without having to wait months for the lounge cleaner to come - so the Karcher SE 3-18 battery powered spot cleaner is perfect! It is great for parents with young kids, being able to quickly and easily clean up spills and stains on carpet and lounge offering deep fibre cleaning and complete portability as it is powered by an 18V Battery.

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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]

48 – Camping With Kids Tips, Tricks And Hacks With Luka And Kate

3 december 2023 | 65 min

Camping with kids is one of our hottest topics here at Boob to Food with MANY questions regularly coming in - and now that Luka has converted Kate to the caravanning life, she has questions of her own too! On today's episode we answer them all (well, most of them!)

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

coffee... is there anything more important?
sleeping arrangements and routines when camping
how to manage food and cooking as well as favourite meal ideas
mozzies, flies, snakes and other creatures
first aid and how often Luka has needed to administer it
how to entertain the kids while camping
a few things Luka has learned along the way and what NOT to do
and so much more...

You may also be interested to read our full camping blog, with more info about Luka's set up and favourite products.

Today’s episode was brought to you by Solidteknics. We absolutely love Solidteknics, not just for camping, but for every day use too! Made in Australia, these incredible pots, pans and more are made from wrought iron or non-nickel stainless steel, meaning not only do you have a non-toxic and naturally non-stick surface when seasoned, but they are made to last for generations - truly an investment that gets better with age.

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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]

47 – What Can We REALLY Expect Our Infant’s Sleep To Be Like, And What Can We Do!? With Dr Eliza Hannam

26 november 2023 | 65 min

How does your baby sleep? The question everyone is asked (WHY so many times?!) and the one we often ask ourselves... but is your little one's sleep normal? And is there anything you can do to get a little more of it? On this week's episode of Boob to Food the podcast we welcome back the beautiful and incredibly knowledgable Dr Eliza Hannam.

Dr Eliza Hannam is a GP, board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) and Possums Neuroprotective Care accredited practitioner. As a GP, her work is predominantly in womens and childrens health and perinatal care. She is also a Mum of 3 gorgeous kids - aged 7, 4.5 and 1, so understands first hand the challenges and worry that parents can experience.

In this podcast we cover:

What the Possums approach to sleep is
Strategies for safe cosleeping and bed sharing (because we know so many families do it at some stage!)
How we can help our little ones have longer stretches of sleep, without sleep training
What is 'sleep pressure'?
Her thoughts on routines and awake windows?
Whether self settling is really the golden ticket to sleep??
and so much more!

If you’re lucky enough to be in Sydney you can find Dr Eliza at Nurtured Medical in Annandale, but she does have a number of online offerings as well and shares invaluable and supportive information on her instagram.

Today's episode was brought to you by Farmer Jo. Farmer Jo have created the tastiest granolas and cereals made from the finest natural whole foods. We absolutely love their delicious small-batch granolas and cereals, which use only the finest of edible ingredients – think whole nuts, chunks of fruit, irresistibly crunchy clusters and 100% whole foods. They're also made in Australia and can be found at Coles, Woolworths, Harris Farm, IGA.

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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]

46 – Supporting Your Child’s Transition To Childcare With Judy Radich

19 november 2023 | 63 min

Leaving your child with someone else for the first time can be incredibly daunting and have so many unknowns - What do I pack? How will they get to sleep? What will they eat? Will they catch as many germs as I think they will? Will they cope without me?! Today's guest, Judy Radich was highly recommended to us by Early Childhood Australia to answer all your questions and bring her wisdom from over 30 years experience.

Judy is an early childhood teacher and the manager of Cooloon Children’s Centre Inc. in Tweed Heads, a 45 place not for profit service for infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers and brings many years of experience to the role. She has served on, and, taken on leadership positions on boards and committees around early childhood at National, State (NSW) and local levels. These roles have been as an advocate, educator, writer, advisor and consultant. Most of this work has been being with the not-for-profit sector and governments. Her focus is on enhancing the quality of services young families need and use.

In this podcast we cover:

how to choose a childcare service that is right for your family
the best age to start your child in care
navigating dietary requirements, milk feeds and allergens
the magic that childcare educators use to get all of those kids to sleep!
the importance of communication and developing a relationship with your centre
top tips and tricks from our instagram followers to make the transition easier
and so much more!

And if you're wondering what a peek-a-boo board is, you can check it out HERE

Today’s episode was brought to you by Bosistos. Starting daycare is often synonymous with germs! So encouraging good hand washing is a must. We absolutely love the range of hand and body wash from Bosistos, which is not only crafted with Australian Native Botanicals, but is Australian made and owned. The products are also free from Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES), Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS), Harsh petrochemicals, Synthetic fragrances, Animal derivatives, Triethanolamine, Propylene Glycol, Artificial colours, Mineral oils, Parabens, Triclosan, Palm oil, EDTA, PEGs & Soap - so you know they are gentle for the whole family. Available at your local Coles and Woolworths.

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]

45 – Supporting Attachment And Navigating Separation Anxiety With Lael Stone

12 november 2023 | 70 min

Does your child struggle with separation anxiety or transitioning to daycare or being with other carers? This is such a common challenge that families face, and today we welcome back the incredible Lael Stone to share her wisdom on all things attachment and navigating separation anxiety.

If you haven’t already listened to episode 3 with Lael on raising resilient and compassionate children, we highly recommend you do (it is our most popular episode for a reason!). Lael is an educator, TEDx speaker, author, mother, and parenting counsellor who has been working with families for over 20 years. Her work as a birth educator, post-natal trauma counselor, and parenting educator has seen her work with thousands of families consulting about newborns all the way to the teen years. And probably most importantly - she is a wife and mother of three big kids - who are teenagers and young adults and she is currently putting all her research into practice with them!

You can connect with Lael on Instagram and Facebook as well as her new offering Motheration

In this podcast we cover:

whether there is an optimal age to start leaving our children so they (and we!) get used to it
what to do if our children struggle with drop offs
listening to our children and our intuition about carers
how to tend to our own big feelings about separating from our children
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 make really cute Christmas gift tags too! 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.

When you’re ready to order you can use the discount code boobtofood for 25% off (valid until 13th December 2023), and your order will 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]

44 – All About Eczema With Luka And Kate

5 november 2023 | 52 min

Eczema can be such a debilitating condition for both the child suffering and the whole family, so today we unpack a little about eczema from a holistic perspective and some things to consider to help understand the drivers and work towards resolving the condition.

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 eczema
What causes some kids to get eczema and not others and how it is diagnosed
Why eczema is more than just a skin condition and the other areas of health we should be supporting
Our thoughts on steroid creams, elimination diets and other common treatments
Introducing allergens to a baby with eczema
and so much more...

If you would like to dive deeper into eczema you may like to check our our MASTERCLASS or book a 1:1 consult with one of our highly experienced nutritionists and naturopaths in our ONLINE CLINIC

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]

43 – Breast Refusal, Triple Feeding, Feeding Through Severe Allergies And More With IBCLC Amy Chatburn-Stevens

29 oktober 2023 | 62 min

42 - Kate's birth story and first few weeks postpartum with Luka and Kate

22 oktober 2023 | 57 min

41 - Navigating early motherhood and a starting solids Q&A with Renee Bargh

15 oktober 2023 | 74 min

Navigating starting solids for the first time can be equal parts confusing and overwhelming, as well as exciting and a huge milestone! Today the tables are turned and we have the beautiful Renee Bargh interview us on her burning starting solids questions - and we know many of you would be asking the same questions too.

Renee has established a name for herself as one of the premier hosts in the Entertainment industry. As correspondent and weekend co- host of Extra in the USA for 10 years, she has interviewed some of Hollywood's biggest stars; Brad Pitt, Oprah, Kim Kardashian, George Clooney, Jennifer Aniston, John Travolta and Nicole Kidman, to name a few. Renee has also covered all the major events in Hollywood, including the Academy Awards, the Golden Globes, the Oscars, the SAG Awards, the Billboard Awards and the VMAs. Renee recently returned to Australia to co-host The Voice Australia - and most importantly she is a mumma to her gorgeous 6 month old boy Tide.

In this podcast we chat to Renee about:

How her motherhood journey has been so far, and what she has found the most enjoyable and most challenging
How to know if our little one is ready to start solids and what are the best foods to commence with?
The differences between purees and baby led weaning, as well as which one might be right for each family
Gagging and choking
Traveling with a baby who is newly on solids
Introducing allergens
and so much more!

You can follow Renee and get a glimpse of her gorgeous boy over on instagram

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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]

40 - The maternal mental load (and how we can share it!) with Eve Rodsky, author of Fair Play

8 oktober 2023 | 68 min

Ever feel like you have a million tabs open in your brain trying to keep the family (and your own life!) running? Yep, us too. and we are SO excited to bring you today’s episode with New York Times best selling author Eve Rodsky who has a solution to support all families, no matter your situation.

Eve Rodsky transformed a “blueberries breakdown” into a catalyst for social change when she applied her Harvard-trained background in organisational management to ask the simple yet profound question: What would happen if we treated our homes as our most important organisations? Her New York Times bestselling book and Reese’s Book Club Pick, Fair Play, a gamified life-management system that helps partners rebalance their domestic workload and reimagine their relationship, has elevated the cultural conversation about the value of unpaid labor and care. Described as the ‘antidote to physical, mental, and emotional burnout,’ Eve aims to inspire a new narrative around the equality of time and the individual right to personal time choice that influences sustainable and lasting change on a policy level.

In this podcast we chat to Eve about:

The mental load, invisible work and the second shift - plus what these are if you’re not familiar
Eve’s story of how she came to identify the mental load, and how she used her professional skills to collect data and implement strategies to reduce it
The rules of “Fair Play” - the game Eve created to help partners more evenly distribute the load of running a family
How we can get our partners on board without seeming unappreciative or like a “nag”
Why just the execution of a task is not enough to reduce the mental load (hint… there is so much planning that happens before a task takes place!)
How these strategies can positively influence not only our own well-being, but also our family
and so much more!

You can check out Eve’s incredible work on instagram or her website and we highly recommend you get your hands on a copy of her book.

Today's episode was brought to you by BioFirst. 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]

39 - Maternity leave, superannuation and all things money with Melissa Browne

1 oktober 2023 | 57 min

If you’re anything like us then the topic of money may feel confusing and overwhelming… let alone delving into things like superannuation, budgets and any kind of financial planning! Today we interview the incredible Melissa browne who breaks the topic down in a way that is simple, inspiring and empowering.

Mel isn't your typical finance person. Yes, she's an award-winning ex-accountant and ex-financial advisor but she's also a multi-millionaire (after having started with less than nothing in her early thirties) who is now a financial educator & best-selling author. Her training has helped thousands of people develop their own tailored financial mix of everything they need to place their energy into and nothing they don’t so they can walk away from the financial merry-go-round they’re on. Her passion is to increase the financial literacy of women and in doing so, to help create your financial confidence and your wealth.

In this podcast we chat to Mel about:

Financial steps to put into place before going on maternity leave
Whether it is worth returning to work after having a baby when costs of childcare are so high
All things superannuation and the real cost of having a career break as well as some ideas of what you can do
Starting your own business as a mum and some things to consider
How to cope when money is tight
Do we really need to have a budget?
Saving money on day to day necessities like food shopping and household bills
and so much more!

Mel has kindly offered our Boob to Food community some incredible free resources to support the conversation further which can check out HERE.

You can connect with Mel on instagram or her website

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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]

38 - Movement milestones, tummy time and what does sitting unassisted mean with Dr Jacey Pryma from The Australian Children's Chiropractic Centre

24 september 2023 | 39 min

Have you heard that your child needs to be sitting unassisted before commencing solids? Ever wondered what the importance of milestones are and what it might mean if your child is not quite where they need to be? today on the podcast we interview Dr Jacey Pryma about all things milestones and sitting unassisted before commencing solids.

Dr Jacey Pryjma is a Fellow Paediatric Chiropractor and Advanced Paediatric Chiropractor who has dedicated her career to working with women through pregnancy, caring for babies, children and teens. As a mum to two children, Dr Jacey knows the journey motherhood and childhood development takes us on. She runs the Australian Children's Chiropractic Centre her in Newcastle - the most stunning centre developed to support todays children to be tomorrows health ambassadors by making caring for the body fun, engaging and at the heart of family life.

In this podcast we chat to Jacey about:

Why are meeting milestones are important for our babies
How we would know if our child needs additional support with early milestones
Whether or not it is meaningful if our child reaches milestones really early
What sitting unassisted actually means and why is it important that our child can sit unassisted before commencing solids
Sitting aids and devices
Strategies to support our little ones in meeting their milestones
and so much more!

You can connect with Jacey on instagram or her website - and if you’re lucky enough to live in Newcastle you can see her or her team at her stunning practice.

Today's episode was brought to you by Kollab. We have been long time fans of the Kollab range, with their bright and fun prints, and practical products that are not only so useful, but aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly too! Kate and Luka both love the picnic rugs - which travel almost everywhere with them, but they have an incredible range of other offerings including market and shopping bags, lunch bags, beach umbrellas and more!

Use the code BOOBTOFOOD10 for 10% off site wide. Visit kollab.com.au to check out their range.

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]

37 - Recovering from a tear, prolapses, abdominal separation and pelvic floor health through pregnancy and beyond with Erin Cuskelly from Female Focus Physiotherapy

17 september 2023 | 54 min

Do you wet yourself a little bit when you sneeze/cough/run/laugh etc? Or feel fearful that you may? Have you experienced pain or discomfort since having a baby, or want to know if what you’re experiecing is normal or just common? on today’s episode we interview pelvic and women’s health physiotherapist erin cuskelly who has the answers you need!

Erin has over 15 years experience as a physiotherapist and has pursued postgraduate study in Women's and Pelvic Health over the past 5 years. She established Female Focus Physiotherapy as a safe space to support women through all life stages particularly pregnancy and postpartum recovery.

In this podcast we chat to Erin about:

Why every woman should see a women’s health physio during pregnancy and postpartum
Whether it is normal to have pain in scar tissue or during intercourse post birth
Whether it is normal to 'wet yourself' a little bit… or to feel scared that you’re going to!
Abdominal separation, what it means and how we can treat it
The mum pouch and whether it is normal or concerning
How to know if we have a prolapse and whether it can resolve
Returning to exercise and improving quality of life post baby
and so much more!

Some other resources we mention or you might enjoy:

You can connect with Erin on instagram or her website. Erin will also be trekking for 5 days in the Southern Alps to raise money for MS. If you would like to find out more or donate you can do so HERE

Today's episode was brought to you by Mere Botanicals. Mere Botanicals is a beautiful, one stop shop for all natural and organic birth products. They believe that nature provides us with everything we need to nourish and care for our bodies, which is why they use only the highest-quality botanical ingredients in their products - and you can absolutely tell. Luka used many of their products in her pregnancy and postpartum with Will, and Kate is eagerly awaiting the arrival of her bub so she can use their clary sage roller, birth comb, nipple cream and peri spray. You can even hire a TENS machine from them which we highly recommend!

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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]

36 - Packing your hospital bag for labour and birth with Luka and Kate

13 september 2023 | 55 min

Following on from our episode about labour and birth prep, in today's BONUS episode we discuss all things packing your hospital bag from a midwife's perspective... and Kate has a big realisation that she is incredibly disorganised for this baby's arrival!

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 2 (with a third very soon to arrive!)

In this podcast we discuss

Why it is helpful to pack a hospital bag and when you might like to start thinking about it
Packing a bag for labour, postpartum, baby and also your support person
What to pack, the absolute musts and some nice to haves
Why having a bag packed is still relevant, even if you’re planning a home birth
and so much more…

Today’s episode was brought to you by MUMMA MILLA. MUMMA MILLA have created a range of leakproof, minimal, feminine and aesthetic nursing bralettes and camis that also tick the boxes of being functional, comfortable and giving the environment a helping hand. MUMMA MILLA bralettes have also been designed to be simple and modern so they can be worn with everything and ensure they have longevity in our wardrobes. Kate has been living in their bralette and cami throughout the end stages of this pregnancy, and knows they will remain a favourite through the breastfeeding journey to come! They are a considered product designed by a real mum, for all those other breastfeeding mothers out there, and we are huge fans.

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 15% off single items: the leakproof day, night cami and bandeau bralettes until 14th October 2023 *Excludes bundle packs which are already discounted. Visit mumma-milla.com to place your order.

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]

35 - Holistic strategies to prepare for labour and birth with Luka & Kate

10 september 2023 | 68 min

With the birth of Kate’s third baby getting very close, we have been getting inundated with questions about how to prepare for labour and birth, and how to support ourselves nutritionally.

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 2 (with a third very soon to arrive!)

In this podcast we discuss

Naturopathic recommendations for the final weeks of pregnancy, including a very delicious food you should be including
All about the vaginal microbiome and ways that we can support it
Perineal massage and other physical practices that you can implement
Hydration during labour - what you should be drinking and how often
Snacks during labour - what to prioritise and how regularly you should nibble
Physical support for pain during labour
and so much more…

Some of our favourite books we mention or you might enjoy...

Anything by Ina May Gaskin
Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering - Sarah Buckley (she has many other books about parenting as well)
Birth with confidence and Beyond the birth plan - Rhea Dempsey
Active Birth - Janet Balaskas
The First Fourty Days - Heng Ou
The Post Natal Depletion Cure - Oscar Serrallach
The Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care - Sally Fallon Morell

Today’s episode was brought to you by Mini + Me. Designed by parents and backed by science, Hydramama is the drink you’ll need to support you through conception to postpartum - and Kate will definitely be using it to stay hydrated during labour. A new age isotonic drink, Hydramama uses bioavailable water-soluble forms of vitamins to help ensure the best level of absorption. Think of it as a tasty drink that has the added benefits of Electrolytes, Folate, Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C. We cannot decide on a favourite flavour… but if we had to choose, we would probably go with Blackcurrant… but seriously, you should try them all!

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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]

34 - Top concerns when starting solids - gagging, food stuffing, progressing to finger foods, spitting and more with speech pathologist Emily Meagher

3 september 2023 | 67 min

Starting solids is such an exciting time, but we understand it can also be incredibly overwhelming, confusing and bring up a lot of questions! So we asked paediatric speech pathologist and mum emily meagher all of the top questions we receive.

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.

In this podcast we chat to Emily about:

What the role of a speech pathologist is and when you might reach out for support
All about the tongue thrust reflex and what we should be looking for when starting solids
What exactly gagging is, whether it is normal and how we can support our child
How we can safely progress onto finger foods
How to teach our child to chew and not shovel in their food or overstuff their mouth, plus what to do if this occurs
Supporting children to chew and swallow rather than just spit food back out again
Red flags that may warrant a review with a speech pathologist
and so much more!

You can connect with Emily on Instagram or her website

Today's episode was brought to you by Bugaboo. We are always on the lookout for highchairs that are not only functional, but aesthetically pleasing and easy to use (and clean!), and were so thrilled to find the Bugaboo Giraffe which ticks ALL the boxes. A chair designed for all ages, and it is literally adjustable in one second. The clever design offers five different seating solutions that can adapt to all milestones and moments in a child’s growth journey — from newborn to toddler and up to adult. It can be adjusted in one second without any tools needed, making it a versatile, durable while added points for actually looking nice at the family table. Our Occupational Therapist Rachael also gave it her tick of approval from an ergonomic perspective, so our little ones can feel supported and comfortable at mealtimes.

If you want to see the Bugaboo Giraffe for yourself visit the Bugaboo website HERE.

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]

33 - The challenges of working and motherhood, plus being the main working parent with Steph Claire Smith

27 augusti 2023 | 55 min

There can be so many challenges when it comes to motherhood - but the mum guilt, and push/pull of working and being a mum is one that many of our listeners reach out about. Today we chat to the beautiful and absolute powerhouse mumma Steph Claire Smith on her experience of being not only a working mum, but also the main working parent.

Stephanie Miller - or you may know her on Instagram as Steph Claire Smith, is a model, turned entrepreneur and podcast host herself! She is the co-founder of KIC, an incredible company she started with her best friend Laura Henshaw to change the relationship that people have with wellness and themselves. She is also the mum to gorgeous 2 year old Harvey - and shares so openly and authentically about the struggles and public criticism she has faced being the parent who returned to work.

In this podcast we chat to Steph about:

How Steph and her husband Josh made the decision for her to return to work and whether it was always part of the plan
What Josh did for work prior to becoming a stay at home dad, and how he is coping with the arrangement
When Steph returned to work after the birth of Harvey and how she made this work logistically
Breastfeeding as a working mum and the challenges and stress that arose
All things mum guilt and the public criticism that Steph endured online for being a working mum, as well as the comments and questions made towards Josh
Parental preference and how being the working parent has influnced Steph’s relationship with Harvey
The mental load and whether this is less now that Steph isn’t the at home parent
and so much more!

Steph is so down to earth, genuine and inspiring. We loved chatting to her (and our trip to Melbourne to do so!) and highly recommend tuning in, whether you’re a working parent or not.

You can connect with Steph on Instagram, her podcast or check out the KIC app where she has generously offered our listeners a free trial. Sign up via the KIC website by selecting the monthly plan and using the code BOOBTOFOOD at the checkout. Once you have a subscription you can download the app and log in.

Today's episode was brought to you by Arcaa. We have been wearing the beautiful clothes by Arcaa for years now and absolutely love them. Not only are they incredible quality, but we love that they can seen you through pregnancies, postpartum and beyond - both with comfort and looking good! Founded in Byron Bay, Arcaa creates premium wardrobe essentials with a responsible approach. They have become our un-offical mum group uniform… which is great, but can also be slightly embarrassing when all our friends turn up wearing the same outfit!

You can honorarily join the mum group by purchasing some Arcaa pieces for yourself. Use the discount code BOOBTOFOOD for 15% off your order until the 11th of September. Visit arcaamovement.co today!

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]

32 - All about screen time and technology for our kids (and us!) with Dr Billy Garvey, developmental paediatrician

20 augusti 2023 | 66 min

This week ee welcome Dr Billy Garvey back to the podcast to share his wisdom on all things screen time and technology - spoiler alert - there is definitely no screen shaming here!

Billy is a developmental paediatrician with nearly 20 years experience working with children in a number of settings. His clinical and research interests include child development and mental health, multidisciplinary collaboration, improving health literacy and promoting community engagement to support all families. Billy holds clinical, advocacy and research roles in government and not-for-profit organizations at a national, state and local level. He is currently undertaking a PhD piloting a model to support child emotional and behavioural development in primary schools and is a Churchill Fellow exploring how social media can be used to support parenting.

He is also the co-founder and co-host of an excellent podcast - Pop Culture Parenting, which aims support child development and wellbeing using evidence in a meaningful, fun and realistic way. Definitely check it out!

In this podcast we chat to Billy about:

What the use of screens does to our children’s brains
When is the best age to start using screens and how to manage different aged siblings in the house
Whether or not we should set time limits for screen time, and how to make it work for our family
The role that the size of the device and type of show being watched plays
How to end screen time without meldowns
and so much more!

Dr Billy is an absolute wealth of knowledge is so generous with his wisdom. He also shares so much that can benefits families with children of all ages and stages, as well as adults too - we highly recommend you tune in!

You can connect with Billy on Instagram as well as on his podcast (which you can listen to HERE)

Today's episode was brought to you by The Purc Shop. The Purc Shop make beautiful timber furniture and custom builds, locally made in Byron Bay. They are handcrafted from sustainable Australian hardwoods, finished with healthy, non toxic, kid friendly oils, and designed in a simple way, with subtle details, so they stay in the family for many years to come. We love their Harrie bed which is designed to grow with little people, from toddler to teen, and everything in between. It starts low to the ground so is great to transition from a cot, and comes with two sets of legs to grow into a big kid bed as your little one grows too!

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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]

31 - Gut health and recovering from antibiotics with Dr Elisa Song

13 augusti 2023 | 57 min

Here at Boob to Food we are SO passionate about supporting gut health, and with good reason. But we get a lot of questions about why this is important, how to do it, and what to do if your child ever needs antibiotics or other medication that may upset their delicate microbiome. So in today’s episode we hand over to the brilliant Dr Elisa Song do break it down for you!

Dr. Elisa Song, MD is an integrative paediatrician, paediatric functional medicine expert, and mum to 2 children. In her integrative paediatric practice, she’s helped 1000s of kids get to the root causes of their health concerns and helped their parents understand how to help their children thrive – body, mind, and spirit – by integrating conventional paediatrics with functional medicine. Dr. Song created Healthy Kids Happy Kids as an online holistic paediatric resource to help practitioners and parents bridge the gap between conventional and integrative paediatrics with an evidence-based, paediatrician-backed approach.

In this podcast we cover:

What exactly gut health entails, why it is important and how it develops
Proactive ways we can support gut health each day
The function and impact of antibiotics, as well as when they are and aren’t indicated
How to support our child’s microbiome follow a course of antibiotics or other medications
and so much more!

Dr Elisa Song is a wealth of knowledge on so many topics relating to children’s health, and we highly recommend you connect with her on Instagram or visit her website www.healthykidshappykids.com

Today’s episode was brought to you by the Boob to Food Online Clinic where you will find the support you need for you, your baby, child or whole family - no matter where you are on your journey. Our team of 6 brilliant naturopaths and nutritionists were hand picked by Kate and Luka and are all highly skilled in the areas of women’s and children’s health, infant nutrition, pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. Together, we'll delve into nutrition, herbal supplements, lifestyle changes, targeted testing, customised dietary recommendations, and more.

To view our offerings, book your appointment or schedule a free discovery call with one of our practitioners visit www.boobtofood.com/clinic

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]

30 - Growth charts and what even is "normal" development with Dr Eliza Hannam

6 augusti 2023 | 48 min

On our 30th episode of Boob to Food the podcast we interview the beautiful and incredibly knowledgable Dr Eliza Hannam on all things growth charts. We receive so many questions from worried families who have been given various recommendations based on their child’s percentile… but is the number on the chart really such a good indicator? And what even is normal development? We let Dr Eliza fill you in!

Dr Eliza Hannam is a GP, board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) and Possums Neuroprotective Care accredited practitioner. As a GP, her work is predominantly in womens and childrens health and perinatal care. She is also a Mum of 3 gorgeous kids - aged 7, 4.5 and 1, so understands first hand the challenges and worry that parents can experience.

In this podcast we cover:

what growth charts are and the purpose of them
when there would be concern with a growth chart and if the numbers really matter
what do do if a child is “dropping off” the charts
normal weight gain for infants
thoughts around starting solids early if a child is a low percentile or not gaining weight
the importance of looking at the bigger picture and red flags to be aware of
and so much more!

If you’re lucky enough to be in Sydney you can find Dr Eliza at Nurtured Medical in Annandale, but she does have a number of online offerings as well and shares invaluable and supportive information on her instagram.

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]

29 - Postpartum planning and getting the support you need with Naomi Chrisoulakis

30 juli 2023 | 69 min

Are you pregnant? Or wanting to support someone close to you who is? Then look no further than today’s episode. There is so much emphasis on the pregnancy and everything that baby needs once they arrive, but what about the mother? In this huge time of transition and change it is VITAL that we focus our attention back on mum’s needs - not just when they arise, but before baby is even here. And our beautiful guest Naomi Chrisoulakis has all the wisdom on how we can do this.

Naomi is a postpartum doula and cook who lives with her husband and two children in the Illawarra region of NSW. She believes every woman deserves a postpartum period that's restful, rejuvenating and respectful of the massive transition into motherhood - and we couldn’t agree more!

In this podcast we cover:

Why it is important to plan for the postpartum period
Practical strategies to get prepared and when we should be implementing them
Supporting our mental health and protection boundaries in the postpartum period
How to safeguard our relationship and get on the same page with our partner
How we can navigate boundaries and asking for help with our family and friends, as well as who you might want to have around in the early days postpartum
and so much more!

Naomi is such a passionate advocate for women in the postpartum period, and has many incredible offerings and resources to guide and support you along the way. Not to mention her delicious lactation cookies… because one handed snacks while holding a baby are life!

SOME ADDITIONAL RESOURCES WE MENTION OR YOU MIGHT ENJOY

Play Yum couples card game
Naomi’s incredible postpartum e-cookbook
Naomi’s delicious lactation cookie mix

Today's episode is brought to you by Mayde Tea. Mayde Tea was born out of a deep love for the natural healing properties of plants by naturopath Kate Dalton. The teas have been hand blended using certified organic ingredients and are free from artificial colours and flavours and delivered in recyclable packaging. It is impossible to pick a favourite from their range, but we are particularly obsessed with their nursing tea which is perfect for new mum’s (while also supporting bub!), as well as their chai latte - you have to try it!

Use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 15% off your order until the end of August. Visit maydetea.com

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]

28 - All about food throwing and high chair refusal (and how to prevent it!) with paediatric Occupational Therapist Rachael Smith

26 juli 2023 | 25 min

Welcome to another BONUS episode of Boob to Food the Podcast with our wonderful occupational therapist Rachael Smith. So many families reach out to us regarding food throwing and high chair refusal - why it happens, and most importantly, how to prevent it! So in today’s episode, Rach dives into her insights and some practical tips to avoid those mealtime battles.

For those who don’t knowRachael, she is a mum to her daughter Olive, a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, and the owner of Therapy Time, a private practice based in Brisbane.

Even before having her own family, she has always been passionate about taking a big picture approach to child development. Rachael strongly believes that what we eat has a huge impact on everything and sees this everyday in her clinical practice (and at home).

Meal times are a big deal for our little ones, and they require a lot of sensory, fine motor, oral motor, and behavioural skills. With her gentle, kind and empowering approach Rachael equips parents with a toolkit full of responsive, evidence-based and family-centered strategies.

In this podcast we cover:

Reasons why our children might throw food and what they could be trying to communicate
Age appropriate strategies for reducing food throwing and meal time battles
What a realistic expectation is of our child for joining us at the table
and so much more.

SOME ADDITIONAL RESOURCES WE MENTION OR YOU MIGHT ENJOY

Key Word Sign Australia
Key Word Sign Australia on instagram

Today’s episode is brought to you by Grabease. These are our absolute favourite baby dinnerware and utensils made specifically for little hands at different ages and stages. Grabease offer a full range of thoughtful and developmental baby feeding products, all made from high-quality, non-toxic, food-grade materials. All Grabease products have also been made in consultation with Paediatric Feeding Specialists, Paediatric Dentists and Occupational Therapists - and of course loved by the families who use them! Our OT Rachael also highly recommends them to our community and her own clients.

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 10% off your order. Visit grabease.com.au to place your order today.

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]

27 - Food hacks and minimising food waste with Alex Elliott-Howery

23 juli 2023 | 56 min

Have you been trying to minimise your grocery spend? Feeling guilty when you throw out all of those tired looking vegetables and sad, old leftovers at the end of the week? Don’t know where to start with preparing simple and nourishing meals for your family? Today’s guest is here to help, one bendy carrot at a time! There are also many very funny food confessions from Luka (and a few appropriately timed f-bombs, so just be mindful around your little people).

Alex Elliott-Howery is the founder of Cornersmith cafe in Sydney, an author, educator and food waste advocate. Alex co-founded Cornersmith cafe and cooking school with her husband James in 2012. She has built a thriving business that brings knowledge once shared around kitchen tables to educate and advocate for changes in our homes as well as in our food systems, bringing local solutions to some of the biggest challenges facing our planet. Alex has co-written 4 best-selling cookbooks: Cornersmith, Salads and Pickles, and Use it All, and The Food Saver’s A-Z - they’re some of our favourites on our shelf and we HIGHLY recommend you get your hands on a copy too.

In this podcast we cover:

Some of the biggest issues facing families regarding food waste and the broader impact this has globally
Practical tips to help create nourishing meals when you struggle with what to cook (and how to make it less daunting)
Some of the simple and quirky ways we can use what we have to minimise our food spend and food waste
and so much more!

Alex is absolutely hilarious and we loved this conversation with her and everything else she puts out into the world. You can connect with her on instagram or find out more about her classes, cafe and cookbooks on the Cornersmith website.

Today's episode is brought to you by Subo. The Subo food bottles are a favourite item in both Luka and Kate’s household - not only easy for the kids to use, but mess free and portable! The food bottle is quick and easy to fill with everything from purees, yogurt, smoothies, porridge and more. As your child sips the soft silicon (BPA-free) spout, the food rises up the bottle, one perfect-sized mouth full at a time. Unlike many other single-use food pouches, the innovative design means the food bottle does not need to be squeezed to access the contents. Instead, your child can feed themselves, anywhere, anytime and on the go - no mess, no fuss, no waste.

We are also so excited to have just released a limited edition Boob to Food collaboration bottle in our green and pink brand colours!

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 10% off your order. Visit suboproducts.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]

26 - The sleep stories of our five children with Luka & Kate

19 juli 2023 | 50 min

25 - Why won't my baby sleep and what can I do to support them? With Kristy from The Sleep Teacher

16 juli 2023 | 59 min

We see you there listening to this podcast at 3am while you rock/shoosh/pat/feed/cuddle your baby to sleep wondering if this is normal and how you could maybe get just a little bit more shut eye! Sleep (or lack of) and babies seem to go hand in hand… and while waking through the night is to be expected, it doesn’t have to be torturous or ongoing. Enter Kristy…

Kristy is the face behind The Sleep Teacher, a team of child and infant sleep consultants who have worked with over 15 000 families worldwide. As a Mum herself, Kristy knows that what may work for one family, may not work for another. She is not here to convince you that what you are doing sleep wise isn't the right thing, but rather to help and support you when you feel your current situation is no longer working.

in this podcast we cover:

What is sleep hygiene and some practices we can put in place to help with bedtime
What the ultimate sleep environment looks like
Rhythms and routines for bedtime
What are awake windows and how we can use them in our favour to have flexible, but predictable sleep
How starting solids may impact sleep, and whether it will actually help
and so much more!

You can connect with Kristy on Instagram, her new podcast or check out her many resources or book a consult on her website.

Today's episode was brought to you by C ell Squared . Cell Squared are a Melbourne based business on a mission to connect people with more traditional ways of eating. If you have been around here for a while, you will know that we are huge fans of liver, and particularly LOVE the Cell Squared liver powder, capsules, as well as their liver and spleen capsules as a great way to introduce this iron rich superfood to your whole family. They have also just launched an Australian sourced, grass fed and finished collagen powder and gelatin powder, as well as having an incredible range of other pantry staples.

Cell Squared rarely offer discounts, but they have generously given our listeners 10% off with the code BOOBTOFOOD until 24th July 2023. Visit www.cellsquared.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]

24 - Is your child's poo normal? What's normal, what's not, and what to do about it with Luka and Kate

12 juli 2023 | 24 min

23 - Immune support and understanding allergies with immunologist Dr Jenna Macciochi

9 juli 2023 | 71 min

Are you struggling with all the winter germs hanging around? Do you have a child or family history of allergy, or feel worried that your little one might develop one? Today we go straight to the expert - immunologist Dr Jenna Macciochi, who breaks down some incredibly complex information in a way that is easy to understand and implement for your family. Kate was literally jumping out of her seat with excitement!

Dr Jenna Macciochi is an immunologist, author, TedX speaker, twin mama and passionate wholefoods cook with over 20 years' experience as a scientist researching the impact of lifestyle on the immune system in health and disease. Jenna is a strong advocate of preventative medicine, and is on a mission to break down the science behind our health and share the secrets of how to be well, which she generously does in today’s episode.

in this podcast we cover:

What the immune system is and how immunity is developed
The role of breastmilk and the gut microbiome in the developing immune system
Why do children seem to get sick all the time (and what we can do)
What an allergy is and what the signs of an allergic reaction are
How much of an allergen is considered exposure and how often we need to offer the top allergens
What to do when introducing allergens if a food isn’t part of your typical diet
and so much more!

You can connect with Dr Jenna Macciochi on Instagram, Twitter, and her website - we highly recommend that you do!

Some additional resources we mention or you might enjoy

Today's episode was brought to you by Nutra Organics. Nutra Organics is Australia's most loved health food brand, dedicated to making wholefoods to deeply nourish. They believe that wellbeing doesn’t have to be boring, hard or unattainable - and instead make it delicious, uncomplicated and accessible for everyone! We have both been using Nutra Organics products for years - our favourites are the gelatin for making gummies, the collagen bars for a quick snack on the run and the bone broth powders and concentrate because… well… you probably already know our love of bone broth!

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 15% off site wide (excluding bundles). Visit www.nutraorganics.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]

22 - Identity shifts and relationship changes through motherhood with Lael Stone

2 juli 2023 | 76 min

Do you feel like you have lost yourself or are still trying to navigate this new version of you since becoming a mum? Feeling disconnected from your partner or stuck playing “who’s doing it harder”? We are SO excited to welcome the beautiful Lael Stone back to the podcast this week to discuss all things identity and relationship changes through motherhood.

If you haven’t already listened to episode 3 with Lael on raising resilient and compassionate children, he highly recommend you do (it is our most popular episode for a reason!). Lael is an educator, TEDx speaker, author, mother, and parenting counsellor who has been working with families for over 20 years. Her work as a birth educator, post-natal trauma counselor, and parenting educator has seen her work with thousands of families consulting about newborns all the way to the teen years.

And probably most importantly - she is a wife and mother of three big kids - who are teenagers and young adults and she is currently putting all her research into practice with them!

You can connect with Lael on Instagram and Facebook as well as her new offering Motheration

In this podcast we cover:

Some of the common changes and concerns that women have about their identity when they become a mother
How we can honour ourselves through the process of shifting and changing into our new role
The changes that can show up in our own relationship with our partner
How to get out of the cycle of playing “who’s doing it harder” with our partner
What to do when you and your partner have different parenting styles
and so much more!

Today's episode is brought to you by Subo. The Subo food bottles are a favourite item in both Luka and Kate’s household - not only easy for the kids to use, but mess free and portable! The food bottle is quick and easy to fill with everything from purees, yogurt, smoothies, porridge and more. As your child sips the soft silicon (BPA-free) spout, the food rises up the bottle, one perfect-sized mouth full at a time. Unlike many other single-use food pouches, the innovative design means the food bottle does not need to be squeezed to access the contents. Instead, your child can feed themselves, anywhere, anytime and on the go - no mess, no fuss, no waste. You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 10% off your order. Visit suboproducts.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]

21 - The weaning stories of our five children with Luka & Kate

28 juni 2023 | 37 min

20 - Weaning after 12 months... when is the right time? how do we know if our baby (or we!) are ready? and how do we do it with Amberley Harris

25 juni 2023 | 59 min

We share a lot about the food side of Boob to Food… but get so many questions about how to let go of the boob (or bottle) side! So in today’s episode we ask the beautiful Amberley Harris all about weaning after 12 months of age.

Amberley Harris is a Melbourne based Registered and Endorsed Midwife in private practice specialising in breastfeeding support. Amberley has over 13 years experience working as a Midwife in both the public and private hospital setting and is a proud co-producer of two small humans.

She also shares extensively about the world of motherhood & maternal wellness through her website and instagram, as well as offering digital resources, courses and an amazing nipple butter too! Amberley’s goal is to drive significant and impactful change to global breastfeeding statistics (she’s even making a Breastfeeding Documentary!) and we are so lucky to share her wisdom with you.

In this podcast we discuss

When is the right time to wean? Are there any signs a baby might show to signify they are ready to wean?
Are there any benefits to continuing breastfeeding or formula feeding after 12 months?
Is it necessary to replace the milk feeds for something else like cow’s milk or toddler formula?
How do we actually wean and some practical tips
How much time should we allow to wean and which feeds should be weaned first
Avoiding mastitis and blocked ducts when weaning
and so much more!

You can connect with Amberley on Instagram @maternalinstinctsbyamberley or her website www.maternal-instincts.com.au

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! Luka also shares a great mum hack in this episode for those who are inundated with numerous artworks from their kids. 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. When you’re ready to order you can use the discount code boobtofood25 for 25% off (valid until 12th July 2023), and your order will 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]

19 - An unexpected start to postpartum... breastfeeding challenges, PND and PTSD, natural disaster and immense strength and vulnerability with Hollie Azzopardi

18 juni 2023 | 55 min

This week’s episode is a must listen for everyone - whether you’re a mum, a mum to be, a friend, a partner or wondering how you can best support the new mums around you. Our beautiful guest Hollie Azzopardi generously and vulnerably shares her challenges and insights, and inspires us to trust ourselves, and really listen to the mums in our world when they are reaching out for help.

Author of The People Pleaser’s Guide to Putting Yourself First, and host of Soul Talk the podcast, Hollie Azzopardi is a writer and speaker with a focus on personal development and spirituality. She is also a mum, and shares so openly and vulnerably about her challenging journey so that other mums don’t feel so alone in their struggles, and those around them can some insight and understanding to support them.

Trigger warning - this emotional and insightful episodeincludes indirect and direct reference to trauma associated with birth, breastfeeding, and mental illness including postpartum depression and complex PTSD. There are points in the episode where listeners may find Hollie's emotional state distressing. Listener discretion is advised.

In this podcast we discuss

How Hollie’s birth experience didn’t quite go as planned, and what unfolded when she returned home
When she started to realise that something wasn’t quite right with her breastfeeding experience
The professional advice she sought including being told everything was “normal”
Making the call to supplement breastfeeds and how she knew there was no choice
Donor milk, formula and pumping
The Northern Rivers flood and the incredible fear because of how this impacted her ability to source milk for her baby
Postnatal depression, chronic complex PTSD and mental health
and so much more!

You can connect with Hollie on Instagram @hollie_azzopardi or her website www.hollieazzopardi.com

Today's episode was brought to you by Foraged For You. Our whole team use and love The Mothers Blend, an incredible certified organic blend of carefully selected, real and fermented foods developed specifically with pregnant and breastfeeding women in mind. If you have tried it, you’re probably a raving fan like we are!

Foraged fans will know that sales are rare, but Sheridan has kindly offered our listeners 10% off either blend until 26th June 2023 with the code BOOBTOFOOD. Visit foragedforyou.com to order yours now.

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]

18 - Phase out, don't freak out - low tox tips for families with Alexx Stuart

11 juni 2023 | 75 min

Do you feel overwhelmed trying to navigate the potential toxins hiding in your food, household products, cosmetics, children’s products, environment… the list could go on. Us too. So on this week’s episode we go straight to the expert on all things low tox - the beautiful Alexx Stuart from Low Tox Life.

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

Where to start if reducing toxins for your family is something you're interested in
The biggest sources of chemical exposures for our kids, and the impact of this
All about “green-washing” and what to look out for
How to know if your seemingly natural product is actually lox-tox
Easy and affordable swaps for families
How to talk to those around you about this topic
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
Water filter jugs and travel bottles
Low Tox Washing powder options - Koala Eco, Dr Bronner Sal Suds, Aware (from supermarkets)
Her podcast episode with holistic nutritionist Esther Cohen
Low Tox brands and retailers - personally vetted by Alexx
Her FREE How not to feel like a lone hippie webinar replay

Today’s episode was brought to you by Once Upon. 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. When you’re ready to order you can use the discount code boobtofood25 for 25% off (valid until 12th July 2023), and your order will be and shipped from Australia (or one of their other printing houses around the world if you’re in a different country).

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]

17 - Practical and natural tips for supporting our babies through teething... and how long will it last!? with Luka and Kate

7 juni 2023 | 21 min

16 - Pre and postnatal exercise, what is a mum pouch, diagnosing ab separation and how can we best support ourselves with movement through motherhood with Kirsten King from Fluidform Pilates

4 juni 2023 | 67 min

15 - Food safety in pregnancy and infancy with prenatal dietician Renee Jennings

28 maj 2023 | 57 min

In today’s episode we have our beautiful dietician Renee back to bust some myths and share some facts around food safety during pregnancy and infancy.

Renee is a clinical dietitian and nutritionist specialising in pregnancy, postpartum and childhood nutrition. She has a strong research focus (and tendencies to nerd out with Kate) and many years of experience - first in a paediatric feeding clinic, and now in private practice specialising in pregnancy nutrition and gestational diabetes.

Renee is also the author of a wonderful book 'Nurture the Seed' - a nutrition and recipe book that guides women through their pregnancy and beyond. Most importantly, she is a mother of two beautiful children, Norah and Freddie and an all round wonderful human.

In this podcast we attempt to rapid fire through some of the common foods that pregnant women are told to avoid as well as how to make certain foods safer for infants including…

Liver
Soft cheese
Eggs (can we still eat them poached?!)
Tahini and hummus
Sushi and raw fish
Rockmelon
Sprouts and salad
and so much more!

You can connect with Renee on Instagram as well as seeing her face on the Boob to Food Instagram from time to time. And if you want to get your hands on a copy her incredible book (which we highly recommend you do!) you can purchase it HERE.

Are you currently pregnant and looking for some expert and tailored advice around the most appropriate supplements for you? Our experienced team of naturopaths and nutritionists can help. Book a Pregnancy Supplement Review Consultation HERE or to find out more about our online clinic and the services we offer HERE.

Today's episode was brought to you by Foraged For You. Our whole team use and love The Mothers Blend, an incredible certified organic blend of carefully selected, real and fermented foods developed specifically with pregnant and breastfeeding women in mind. If you have tried it, you’re probably a raving fan like we are! And it isn’t just for mums, this nutrient dense powerhouse that can be incorporated into any individuals diet, regardless of age or gender. Foraged for you have also recently released the Children’s Blend - an equally amazing, nutrient dense, wholefood powder created with our little people in mind.

Foraged fans will know that sales are rare, but Sheridan has kindly offered our listeners 10% off either blend until 5th June 2023 with the code BOOBTOFOOD. Visit foragedforyou.com to order yours now.

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]

14 - What is choking? Gagging? Aspiration? What are the signs, symptoms and differences? And what can we do as parents to protect our child with Nikki Jurcutz from Tiny Hearts Education

21 maj 2023 | 62 min

One of the most asked questions we receive at Boob to Food is “what is the difference between choking and gagging and how can I safely feed my child to prevent it?”. This week we speak to the incredibly Nikki Jurcutz, CEO and Co-Founder of Tiny Hearts Education, as well as Ex Advanced Life Paramedic and of course mumma.

As a paramedic, Nikki would often be called to jobs where, had parents been confident with simple first aid, the outcome could have been very different. Kids could have been treated at home by their parents or, even more devastatingly, lives could have been saved. Because of this, Tiny Hearts was born. Nikki and her sister Rach created the Tiny Hearts Baby & Child First Aid Course to help parents and caregivers feel confident, educated and empowered to act in a first-aid emergency with their little one. Nikki has two beautiful children, with a third on the way and loves to educate and empower other parents on how to tackle parenthood.

In this podcast we cover:

The difference between gagging and choking and how you would respond in each situation
Choking hazards and choking prevention
Creating a safe eating environment for your child as one of the best ways to prevent choking
The difference between a partial and complete airway obstruction and how to respond
Aspiration and the common consequences as well as how to recognise it
and so much more!

While we may not be able to control EVERYTHING when it comes to the health and safety of our children, we hope that this episode leaves you feeling empowered and more confident to identify problems and respond accordingly. Tiny Hearts share SO many more resources and courses on their website, so make sure you check out their offerings so that you feel equipped to handle an issue should it present.

Some resources we mention in the episode include:

You can find Nikki on Instagram @tinyheartseducation or via her website tinyhearts.com where you will find a selection of courses and other resources.

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Tune in to this week’s episode for your exclusive 20% discount code - valid until 4th June 2023

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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]

13 - You don't have to entertain your kids, navigating sibling conflict, sharing and all things play with holistic family psychologist Ashleigh Warner

14 maj 2023 | 65 min

This week we speak to the beautiful Ashleigh who you might have seen as @raisinghumanskind on Instagram about all things play and entertaining your children.

Ashleigh is a mum, a respectful parenting advocate and a holistic family psychologist. She works with families of stuck and sensitive children to help parents re-connect with themselves and their intuition so they can understand what is truly beneath their child's behaviour. Her work is to help people see that there is no situation too challenging, or child too stuck, for a holistic and respectful way forward.

in this podcast we cover:

The difference between play and playfulness and how much you should really be playing with your children
Navigating the dynamic of siblings including sharing, fights and supporting their communication through conflict
The importance of play and attachment between children and caregivers, and how we can make play satisfying for everyone
Navigating boredom, and why it is actually beneficial
What to do when you’re tapped out, but can’t actually tap out
and so much more!

This is a truly beautiful conversation for families with children of all ages - we are really excited to share it with you.

You can find Ashleigh on Instagram @raisinghumanskind or via her website holisticfamilypsychologist.com where you will find a selection of courses, resources and ways to work with her.

Today’s episode was brought to you by Bio-First. Bio-First is an Australian Family brand, created by a mother and son in law duo, 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 20% 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]

12 - The birth of twins Noah and Joey, advocating for yourself in the hospital system, and birthing 8.5kg of baby with Leila Armour from Village for Mama

7 maj 2023 | 73 min

We are so excited and honoured to share the birth story of twin boys Noah and Joey for the incredible Leila Armour in today’s episode.

Leila is a Postpartum Doula, Holistic Nutrition Consultant and Mother of now three, living in south-east Queensland. She is the author of the postpartum recipe book, Village for Mama - Nourishment for the Fourth Trimester. Leila is dedicated to helping new mothers feel held and supported through nourishing food and a village. She is also clearly a rockstar as you will learn in this episode, and has the most beautiful and honest perspective on her experience, including how her mindset shifted towards hospital birth and interventions.

Kate was literally on the edge of her seat the whole time.

IN THIS PODCAST WE COVER:

How it felt to find out she was pregnant with twins
Leila’s birth plan and how this changed once she realised she was having twins
Moments of twin pregnancy, including getting post dates
Conversations around induction and the pressure and support she received from her care providers
And of course all of the juicy details of how the birth unfolded… which you will have to listen to find out!

Today’s episode is brought to you by Halcyon Nights. Halcyon Nights, which was founded in Melbourne by Kym and her 2 daughters around the dining table, takes a fresh, creative and sustainable approach to baby and children’s wear - with a few things for Mumma too! Last year they launched a new organic range of Daydream Basics, with everyday essentials for babies women from 100% GOTS certified organic cotton. The range embraces soft marles, fun speckles, comfy ribs and flexible waffles that are like a hug for your baby (when they let you put them down!) and will have them covered from birth to 2 years of age. They also have a selection of functional day to night garments for mumma with easy breastfeeding access in matching organic fabrics to your little one. You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 25% off the Organic Daydream Basics Collection - Valid for the next 14 days. Visit www.halcyonnights.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]

11 - Top tips for successful mealtimes with paediatric OT Rachael Smith

3 maj 2023 | 55 min

Welcome to our BONUS episode of Boob to Food the Podcast - with an exciting announcement and introduction to our newest team member, paediatric occupational therapist Rachael Smith. This episode is full of insights and creative tips to help your family find joy at the dinner table.

Rachael is a mum to her daughter Olive, a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, and the owner of Therapy Time, a private practice based in Brisbane.

Even before having her own family, she has always been passionate about taking a big picture approach to child development. Rachael strongly believes that what we eat has a huge impact on everything and sees this everyday in her clinical practice (and at home).

Meal times are a big deal for our little ones, and they require a lot of sensory, fine motor, oral motor, and behavioural skills. With her gentle, kind and empowering approach Rachael equips parents with a toolkit full of responsive, evidence-based and family-centered strategies.

In this podcast we cover:

What is particular eating and how do we know if what our child is exhibiting is normal or a red flag?
What age can we expect 'fussy eating' or particular eating to start (and finish?!)
Top tips for reducing the likelihood that a child will become a fussy eater?
The division of responsibility and other helpful strategies for reducing mealtime anxiety for both parents and children
and so much more.

Some additional resources we. mention or you might enjoy

Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street by Felicita Sala

Have you seen our subscription group? Rachael will be joining us here, along with Luka and Kate to support you in your feeding, parenting and family journey! Our subscription group is a safe place to ask ANY question you might have. Where no question is silly, too big or too small. A place where other mothers and caregivers can offer advice and support, words of encouragement and be the village that so many of us don’t get to have in the physical sense. And a place for us to house ALL of our exclusive recipes - we release EXCLUSIVE recipes EVERY week, with practical cooking tips and brand recommendations! You can join us HERE.

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]

10 - Immune support, winter wellness, and can you really avoid the dreaded daycare germs with Luka and Kate

30 april 2023 | 71 min

09 - Post-natal depletion and supporting yourself postpartum with Dr Oscar Serrallach

23 april 2023 | 67 min

Feeling flat, anxious, tired, run down or just generally not like yourself since having a baby? Is it just BECAUSE you’ve had a baby? Or could there be something else going on? In today’s episode we speak to the incredible Dr Oscar Serrallach about all things postnatal depletion - what’s normal, what’s not and what you can do about it!

Dr Oscar Serrallach is a Doctor of Functional Medicine with a special interest in Post-Natal Wellbeing. He coined the term Post-Natal Depletion to acknowledge and describe the many mothers suffering with a post natal neuroinflammatory disorder that could not be classified as having a perinatal mood disorder .

Dr Oscar founded the Mother Care Project in 2022 to provide information , inspiration and education to both mothers and mother care workers and is also the author of The Post-Natal Depletion Cure - an incredible resource which has truly shaped the landscape of the postpartum period for so many mother’s and health professionals.

In this podcast we chat to Oscar about:

What exactly is postnatal depletion, and how do you differentiate between a “normal” experience of having a newborn and something more going on?
Some key nutrients and supplements that new mothers may want to focus on to ensure they don’t become depleted
Testing that can be insightful to support women through this time of life
Placenta encapsulation and Dr Oscar’s thoughts on this hot topic
Traditional postnatal practices around the world and what we can learn
and so much more.

Dr Oscar Serrallach is a wealth of knowledge and truly a pioneer in this field. You can find more about him HERE or check out the Mother Care Project for additional support.

You can listen to Lukas Birth Stories on Australian Birth Stories on Episode 140 and also Episode 320

Today's episode was brought to you by Australian Birth Stories. You may have already heard of the Australian Birth Stories podcast, but you might not know that beautiful Sophie has also created an incredible online course called the Birth Class. This online course is full of birth education that helps you confidently prepare for a positive birth experience. And we know from research that education and preparation really helps to pave the way for this. In the birth class, you'll be guided through every stage of labour and birth with 10 audio lessons from a range of perinatal health specialists - which means you can listen from the comfort of your home when you’re relaxed and receptive to new information.

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 15% off all of Sophie's online birth courses.

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]

08 - Camping with kids, homeschooling and motherhood with Bohannah Gerritsen from The Simple Folk

16 april 2023 | 62 min

Have you always felt nervous to go camping with kids? How about full time while also homeschooling? Our beautiful guest this week does just that - with so much love for her children and enjoyment of motherhood. We can’t wait to introduce you to Bohannah Gerritsen from The Simple Folk.

Bo - along with her husband Tye and three kids Indiana (iggy) Archer and Olive - live an unconventional life, freelancing their way around Australia - working on content creation, homeschooling and spending their days living for the moment. Did we add, they are doing this all while camping in a tent? Bo and her family are so inspiring, down to earth, and so in love as a family.

In this podcast we chat to Bohannah about:

Camping with kids - the highs, the lows (and insects!) and just how it really works when doing it all in a tent
How they made the decision to travel full time
Some of the challenges that come with living on the road
How they manage to shop and cook (and the fact that the kids do all the cooking!)
How they fill their cups and spend their days
What homeschooling really looks like
And so much more.

Bohannah and her family are such beautiful souls, and their travels and stories have been really inspiring to us. You can follow along their adventures on Instagram or TikTok.

Today's episode is brought to you by Newy Supply Co. Newy Supply Co was born out of the need to feed... while preferably not having to shop for groceries, spend hours in the kitchen, do the dishes... oh and ensuring your family is happy and nourished too. It's a hefty ask, but Newy Supply Co have nailed the brief. Real food, made from real ingredients, prepared fresh, then snap frozen, for families who want to take a load off. They're also the perfect size to fit in your freezer to take camping, and make meal times SO much easier when you don't have facilities to cook like you would at home.

Use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 10% off your first order or visit newysupply.com.au or Newy Supply Co on instagram for more details and to check out their amazing menu!

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.

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]

07 - Biologically normal sleep, tuning out the white noise of society and reclaiming the joy of motherhood with Tracy Gillett from Raised Good

9 april 2023 | 59 min

There is so much noise in the parenting space, and it can feel overwhelming and hard to listen to our own intuition with all that white noise!

To help us reclaim the joy of motherhood and tune back in to our own intuition this week we speak with the wonderful Tracy Gillett. Tracy is the founder, writer and advocate behind the award-winning blog, Raised Good — a guide to natural parenting in the modern world. With millions of readers worldwide, she educates and inspires women to reclaim the wonder of motherhood and the joy of childhood by parenting without the ‘shoulds’, expectations, and white noise of society. Tracy hopes that through her many, valuable resources we will learn that the best answers to some of our questions are found within. It was such a pleasure to speak with her.

In this podcast we chat to Tracy about:

Biologically normal sleep - what even is normal?!
Tuning out of judgement and criticism and back in to your intuition
Curiosity and connection - with our kids and ourselves
Drowning out the white noise of society
Co-sleeping and the need for better education around safe sleeping practices
And so much more.

We love Tracy’s gentle and empowering approach, and highly recommend you follow her on Instagram or visit the Raised Good blog for all her articles and downloadable resources, including the 5 Natural Parenting Secrets that Make Kids Want to Cooperate eBook that we mention.

Today's episode was brought to you by Australian Birth Stories. You may have already heard of the Australian Birth Stories podcast, but you might not know that beautiful Sophie has also created an incredible online course called the Birth Class. This online course is full of birth education that helps you confidently prepare for a positive birth experience. And we know from research that education and preparation really helps to pave the way for this. In the birth class, you'll be guided through every stage of labour and birth with 10 audio lessons from a range of perinatal health specialists - which means you can listen from the comfort of your home when you’re relaxed and receptive to new information.

You can use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 15% off all of Sophie's online birth courses.

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]

06 - Unsettled babies, colic and how to know if what your baby is experiencing is "normal" with developmental paediatrician Dr Billy Garvey

2 april 2023 | 70 min

This week we had the privilege of speaking with the incredible Dr Billy Garvey.

Billy is a developmental paediatrician with nearly 20 years experience working with children in a number of settings. His clinical and research interests include child development and mental health, multidisciplinary collaboration, improving health literacy and promoting community engagement to support all families. Billy holds clinical, advocacy and research roles in government and not-for-profit organisations at a national, state and local level. He is currently undertaking a PhD piloting a model to support child emotional and behavioural development in primary schools and is a Churchill Fellow exploring how social media can be used to support parenting.

He is also the co-founder and co-host of an excellent podcast - Pop Culture Parenting, which aims support child development and wellbeing using evidence in a meaningful, fun and realistic way. Definitely check it out!

In this podcast we chat to Billy about:

The most common concerns that parents have about their newborns
What is a “normal” amount of fussing or crying
Red flags that something more serious might be going on with your baby
What is colic and what are the most common underlying causes
Practical tips for supporting both babies and families through this challenging and stressful time
Maternal diet and whether that can play a contributing role
and more!

Dr Billy is an absolute wealth of knowledge is so generous with his wisdom. He also shares so much that can benefits families with children of all ages and stages - we highly recommend you tune in!

You can connect with Billy on Instagram as well as on his podcast (which you can listen to HERE)

Do you have an unsettled baby? Our highly skilled team of practitioners can support you through our online clinic which you can find out more about HERE.

Today's episode was brought to you by Le Puree. Le Puree offer a range of nutrient-dense purees and finger foods, made-fresh and delivered to your door for your bubs & cubs! Paediatrician approved and filled with delicious flavour-rich ingredients – creating healthy habits from day one in the first 1000 days of life. Use the code BTF10 for $10 off your order - and don’t forget to check out the Boob to Food X Le Puree Collaboration for Luka’s favourite recipes and high iron meals, perfect for your baby (and mum’s too!). Visit lepuree.com.au to place your order today.

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]

05 - Prenatal Nutrition with Dietician Renee Jennings

26 mars 2023 | 71 min

In today's episode we pick the brain of our wonderful dietician Renee Jennings, on all things prenatal nutrition.

Renee is a clinical dietitian and nutritionist specialising in pregnancy, postpartum and childhood nutrition. She has a strong research focus (and tendencies to nerd out with Kate) and many years of experience - first in a paediatric feeding clinic, and now in private practice specialising in pregnancy nutrition and gestational diabetes.

Renee is also the author of a wonderful book 'Nurture the Seed' - a nutrition and recipe book that guides women through their pregnancy and beyond. Most importantly, she is a mother of two beautiful children, Norah and Freddie and an all round wonderful human.

In this podcast we chat to Renee about:

Key nutrients to focus on in pregnancy and foods that consume them
Her passion for wholefoods and how her approach differs to some mainstream dietetic recommendations
Strategies for how and what to eat when you’re feeling nauseous (and just want hot chips and sourdough!)
Some myths and misconceptions around liver and how it can be safely consumed during pregnancy
Thoughts on supplements in pregnancy including folic acid
and so much more!

You can connect with Renee on Instagram as well as seeing her face on the Boob to Food Instagram from time to time. And if you want to get your hands on a copy her incredible book (which we highly recommend you do!) you can purchase it HERE.

Are you currently pregnant and looking for some expert and tailored advice around the most appropriate supplements for you? Our experienced team of naturopaths and nutritionists can help. Book a Pregnancy Supplement Review Consultation HERE or to find out more about our online clinic and the services we offer HERE.

Today's episode was brought to you by Oh Baby School of Holistic Nutrition. Oh Baby is the only school that specialises exclusively in holistic health for pregnancy, postpartum, and babies, and is where Luka studied to become a Nutrition Consultant. The in depth and practical course is offered 100% online, so is ideal for new mothers seeking a fulfilling and flexible career. If you already have a background in nutrition or already work with mothers and babies, this allows you to deepen your expertise and expand your offerings - or if you don’t, it is an amazing opportunity to learn tools to support yourself and your own family. Use the code BOOBTOFOOD to deduct the $300 enrolment fee when you sign up. Visit www.ohbabynutrition.com for more details.

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]

04 - Infertility, IVF and a very happy ending with Brooke Hogan

19 mars 2023 | 72 min

You may remember Brooke Hogan (now Brooke Pitt!) from Australia’s Next Top Model, from one of her many incredible businesses (LE MÓN, Our Pilates) or follow her online. However you know of her, or if you’re yet to come across her, you’re going to love this episode.

TRIGGER WARNING - this episode does discuss themes of infertility, IVF and threatened miscarriage. Please know there is a happy ending to the story, but we appreciate these topics may be upsetting to some listeners.

In this podcast Brooke so graciously and openly covers:

Her struggle with infertility
Her experience with assisted reproduction - starting with ovulation induction, then IUI and finally IVF
The impact on her relationship as well as her own mental health
How her body responded to the IVF drugs and her experience with overstimulation
The emotional rollercoaster that finally led to a pregnancy
Threatened miscarriage and some of the challenges in early pregnancy
How to support your loved ones who are going through fertility challenges
and more…

You can connect with Brooke on Instagram and follow along as her beautiful bump grows and her family expands.

Today's episode is brought to you by OiOi. OiOi is a beautiful family owned company started by Lisa 25 years ago when her baby Isabella was born (who is now running the company with her!). They have created a beautiful (and incredibly practical) range of nappy back packs, as well as other items including tote bags, pram liners and caddies, change mats and more. OiOi’s range come in a number of colours and prints, including their beautiful pineapple print, which has become a symbol of strength, resilience and hope in the IVF community and for families struggling with infertility.

Use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 15% off site wide (valid for the next 12 months). Visit oioi.com.au to explore the range and grab yours today (Luka used the tan backpack with Will and absolutely loved it.

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]

03 - Raising Resilient and Compassionate Children with Lael Stone

12 mars 2023 | 72 min

Welcome back to Boob to Food - The Podcast! Each week we will be bringing you practical wisdom, expert advice and inspiring stories from other families as they navigate the rollercoaster of parenting.

In this episode we are so thrilled to bring you the incredible wisdom from the beautiful Lael Stone.

In this podcast we cover:

What is Aware Parenting?
Creating a safe space for your child's big feelings
How to get our children to cooperate
Do kids really save up their big feelings for us?
How to practically help our child come back into balance
What are ‘loving-limits’
'Mother-rage’ and how we can be the calm and connected parent we want to be

Lael Stone is an educator, TEDx speaker, author, mother, and parenting counsellor who has been working with families for over 20 years. Her work as a birth educator, post-natal trauma counselor, and parenting educator has seen her work with thousands of families consulting about newborns all the way to the teen years.

She is the co-creator of Woodline Primary School, an innovative new school based on emotional well-being and connection. Lael is the co-host of The Aware Parenting Podcast and a sought-after public speaker who talks candidly about her experiences and her great passion; creating wellness in families through connection and communication.

Lael’s first book ‘Raising Resilient and Compassionate Children' has just been released, debuting on many best sellers list.

She is the mother of three big kids - who are teenagers and young adults and she is currently putting all her research into practice with them!

Some additional resources we mention or you might enjoy:

Lael's incredible book Raising Resilient and Compassionate Children
The Aware Parenting Podcast

You can connect with Lael on Instagram and Facebook (and we highly recommend you do!)

Today's episode is brought to you by Newy Supply Co. Newy Supply Co was born out of the need to feed... while preferably not having to shop for groceries, spend hours in the kitchen, do the dishes... oh and ensuring your family is happy and nourished too. It's a hefty ask, but Newy Supply Co have nailed the brief. Real food, made from real ingredients, prepared fresh, then snap frozen, for families who want to take a load off.

Use the code BOOBTOFOOD for 10% off your first order or visit newysupply.com.au or Newy Supply Co on instagram for more details and to check out their amazing menu!

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]

02 - Starting Solids - with Luka and Kate

5 mars 2023 | 69 min

Welcome back to Boob to Food - The Podcast! Each week we will be bringing you practical wisdom, expert advice and inspiring stories from other families as they navigate the rollercoaster of parenting.

In this episode we go through one of our most frequently asked topics - starting solids, with your hosts

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 2 (with a third on the way!)

In this podcast we cover:

When is the right time to introduce solids
What are the signs of readiness and how will you know if your baby is ready
One of the reasons why some health professionals still recommend introducing solids at 4 months of age
Debunking some of the myths and misconceptions around starting solids
The difference between Baby Led Weaning (BLW) and spoon feeding, and which is right for your family
The best time of day to introduce solids
The top foods and nutrients to focus on for your baby
and more!

Some additional resources we mention or you might enjoy:

Our in depth blog on SODIUM FOR BABIES
The importance of IRON AND ZINC and some ways you can offer these nutrients
MILK TO MEALS book containing in depth information and 80+ recipes to support you and your baby

Today's episode was brought to you by Oh Baby School of Holistic Nutrition. Oh Baby is the only school that specialises exclusively in holistic health for pregnancy, postpartum, and babies, and is where Luka studied to become a Nutrition Consultant. The in depth and practical course is offered 100% online, so is ideal for new mothers seeking a fulfilling and flexible career. If you already have a background in nutrition or already work with mothers and babies, this allows you to deepen your expertise and expand your offerings - or if you don’t, it is an amazing opportunity to learn tools to support yourself and your own family. Use the code BOOBTOFOOD to deduct the $300 enrolment fee when you sign up. Visit www.ohbabynutrition.com for more details.

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]

01 - Introducing Boob to Food the Podcast!

24 februari 2023 | 59 min

Boob to Food – The Podcast

Boob to Food - the podcast, is brought to you by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm.

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122 - Prepping for Pregnancy With Prenatal Dietitian Niki Mohtat

121 - Raising Intuitive Eaters with Alyssa from Redwood Wellbeing

120 – Allergy FAQs and Oral Immunotherapy with Dr Chaitanya Bodapati

119 - What to Do if Your Child Has an Allergic Reaction with Dr Chaitanya Bodapati

118 - Introducing Allergens with Paediatric Allergist Dr. Chaitanya Bodapati

117 - Gagging vs. Choking: What Every Parent Needs to Know with Nicole from Rhythm First Aid

116 - Life Lately: Freezer Fails, Kate's Audition & Will Strikes Again!

115 - Everything You Need to Know About Cup Drinking for Babies with Speech Pathologist Emily Meagher

114 - Does My Child Need Cow’s Milk or Toddler Formula?

113 - Constipation in Babies: Why It’s Not “Normal” and What to Do About It

112 - Navigating the 9 - 12 Month Starting Solids Stage

111 - Highchair 101: What to Look for and Why It Matters with Paediatric Occupational Therapist Rachael Smith

110 - Life Lately with Luka & Kate: Summer Wrap-Up & A Surprise Reveal

109 - Safe food sizes and textures for babies

108 - Moving from One Meal to Two – Starting Solids for 7–9 Month Olds

107 - Choosing the Right Feeding Approach for Your Baby with Luka and Kate

106 - Navigating Christmas and our final episode of 2024 with Luka and Kate

105 - Parenting Outside the Box: A Guide to Neurodivergence with Madonna King and Bec Sparrow

104 - Toddler to Table - Live at the Byron Bay Book Launch

103 - Getting Ready to Start Solids for Babies 4–6 Months with Luka and Kate

102 - Nourishing Connection and Family Meal Times with Dr. Deborah MacNamara

101 - All about body image and motherhood with Revie Jane

100 - Celebrating 100 episode and 1million downloads + Q&A with Luka and Kate

99 - Navigating Infertility and Hyperemesis Gravidarum: A Conversation with Keira Rumble

98 - Toddler to Table - Live at the Sydney Book Launch

97 - Mothering on my own with Jessica Dover

96 - The Post-Baby Bedroom: Bringing Sexy Back after kids with Melody Thomas from The Good Sex Project

95 - Navigating the depths: a conversation on grief and losing a child with Gina Chick

94 - Soothing the skin - eczema insights with nutritionist & naturopath Ash Yates

93 - Toilet training tips with paediatric Occupational Therapist Rachael Smith

92 - Leading with love - how to trust yourself and be the confident parent your child needs with Caitlin Hocken

91 - Behind the smile: Brent & Shonleigh Draper on battling anxiety together

90 - Calm amidst the chaos - navigating emotions and regulating your nervous system as a mum with psychotherapist and yoga and meditation teacher Tamara Coughlan

89 - Meet the dads! A conversation about fatherhood with Jesse and Mike

88 - Understanding and navigating anxiety with Dr Billy Garvey, developmental paediatrician

87 – Life after birth: wisdom for the postpartum period with Jessica Prescott

86 - Fussy toddlers and navigating toddler mealtimes with paediatric Occupational Therapist Rachael Smith

85 - Nutrition for breastfeeding (mini episode)

84 - Managing mastitis (mini episode)

83 - Navigating a low supply (mini episode)

82 - What to expect in the first 6 weeks of breastfeeding (mini episode)

81 – Navigating a challenging breastfeeding experience, CMPA, breast refusal and formula with dietician and mum Marika Day

80 - Intimacy and the 5 love languages with Lael Stone

79 – Iron across the lifespan with Kate and dietician Renee Jennings

78 – Mothering with a disability and embracing our differences with Jess Quinn

77 – Ensuring optimal dental health for children with functional paediatric dentist Dr. Staci Whitman

76 – Navigating relationships after kids with Elly Taylor

75 - Top tips for sleep deprivation with Luka & Kate PLUS navigating extreme sleep deprivation and adrenal fatigue with Kirsten Shanks

74 - Postpartum hairloss and how we can make it stop! With registered dietician and postpartum expert Lily Nichols

73 - Asthma, croup, coughs, colds and more with paediatrician Dr Rob McLeod

72 - The reality of birth trauma and letting it go with Bernadette Lack from Core & Floor Restore

71 - Your worst parenting advice ever with Luka & Kate

70 - Which contraception is right for you with Naturopathic Doctor Lara Briden

69 - The mirror of motherhood and entering motherhood after losing your mum with Ashley Hart

68 - All things tweens and teens with Courtney Adamo

67 - Making friends as a mum with Luka's friends

66 - Practical tips for managing mould (and why we should care) with Alexx Stuart

65 - Protein for pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss and beyond with Luka & Kate

64 - Grommets, tonsils, poor sleep and more with ENT professor Kelvin Kong

63 - Introducing Allergens with Luka & Kate

62 - All about speech and language development, what's normal and what's not with speech pathologist Emily Meagher

61 - Starting solids for the third time with Luka & Kate

60 - All about worms with naturopath and nutritionist Kelly Gibson

59 - TANTRUMS... the ins, the outs and the WTFs with Dr Billy Garvey, developmental paediatrician

58 - How do you cope when one of your twins needs surgery at 14 hours old and being a good enough mum with Dr Jess Montfort

57 - Sex and intimacy after kids with sexologist Juliet Allen

56 - All about gastro with Luka & Kate

55 - People pleasing and finding your voice as a mum with Hollie Azzopardi

54 - Packing a healthy lunchbox and navigating the supermarket with Nabula from Supermarket Swap

53 - What's in our first aid kit? With Luka & Kate

52 - Setting up your finances for 2024 with financial educator Melissa Browne

51 - Get to know us and welcome 2024!

50 - 2023 FAQ And Wrap Up With Luka And Kate

49 - Forbidden foods and navigating parties with paediatric Occupational Therapist Rachael Smith

48 – Camping With Kids Tips, Tricks And Hacks With Luka And Kate

47 – What Can We REALLY Expect Our Infant’s Sleep To Be Like, And What Can We Do!? With Dr Eliza Hannam