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Boob to Food - The Podcast130 - Understanding Food Sensitivities: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and When to Seek Support with Luka & KateFood sensitivities can feel like a confusing and overwhelming topic, especially when your little one is experiencing symptoms, and you’re trying to work out what’s going on. Unlike allergies, sensitivities can present in a wide variety of ways, and figuring out the right next step isn’t always clear-cut.In this episode, Lukca picks Kate’s brain about food sensitivities - what they are, how they’re different to allergies and intolerances, and how to navigate them with confidence. This conversation is full of practical advice to help you understand, support, and advocate for your child (and...2025-06-1724 minBoob to Food - The Podcast128 - Your Cycle After Baby - When Will It Return, and What’s Normal with Luka and KateIn this week’s episode of Boob to Food the Podcast, Luka turns the tables and interviews Kate about a topic that almost every mum wonders about – when will my period come back after having a baby?From the hormonal shifts after birth, to how breastfeeding and stress play a role, to why some mums get their period six weeks postpartum while others wait over two years – we’re breaking it all down. Kate shares what’s considered normal, what symptoms might be a sign of imbalance, and what you can do if you’re hoping to conceive aga...2025-06-0326 minBoob to Food - The Podcast127 - Sick Again? How to Support Your Child’s Immune Health This Winter with Luka and KateIn this week’s episode of Boob to Food the Podcast, Luka turns the tables and interviews Kate about everyone’s favourite parenting hot topic (or cold one?) - how to support your child’s immune system through winter.We know how tough it is when the colds and coughs keep circulating, especially when it takes down the whole family one by one. That’s why we’re diving into what a healthy immune system actually looks like in kids (spoiler: it’s not never getting sick), the factors that impact immunity, and how to support your little one’s...2025-05-2727 minBoob to Food - The Podcast124 - Should Kids Eat a Plant-Based Diet with Luka and KateCan children thrive on a plant-based diet? From Instagram debates to client consults, this topic stirs up a lot of emotions — and understandably so. Whether you’re fully plant-based, somewhere in between, or just plant-curious, this episode is packed with practical advice, no judgement, and a whole lot of nuance.We’re covering the nutritional concerns, what it actually means to be plant-based, how to make it work for little eaters, and why we don’t believe in fear-mongering around food.For those who are tuning in for the first time, a little about us…Luka McC...2025-05-0626 min
Dyed GreenMixing Business and Pleasure**We made it to 50!** We’re celebrating the fiftieth episode of Dyed Green with Anne & Orla O’Carroll, the women behind Valentia Island Vermouth, a spirit made with twenty botanicals on a small island off the coast of Kerry. Anne & Orla originally met at art school in Bristol before moving back to Ireland to create the first ever Irish vermouth. On this week’s episode, we speak with Anne & Orla about the inspiration for their incredible drink; building a vermouth business from the ground up; how they developed their recipe; breaking into the US market; and how they w...2025-04-0349 minBoob to Food - The Podcast116 - Life Lately: Freezer Fails, Kate's Audition & Will Strikes Again!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 Todd...2025-03-1145 minBoob to Food - The Podcast110 - Life Lately with Luka & Kate: Summer Wrap-Up & A Surprise RevealWe’re back with our first non-educational episode of the year, and it’s a good one! After months of keeping things strictly informative, we decided it was time for a catch-up chat—because let’s be honest, sometimes we all just need a bit of lighthearted chaos.So, what have we been up to over the summer holidays? Well, Luka went camping (cue the inevitable camping curse 😬), Kate has been keeping a few things from Luka, and we chat about all the things—turning 40, surviving school holidays, Christmas feasts, and what’s next for the year ahead.Fo...2025-02-0236 minBoob to Food - The Podcast107 - Choosing the Right Feeding Approach for Your Baby with Luka and KateWhen 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 o...2025-01-1422 min
Dyed GreenBuilding a Movement of Ocean StewardshipDespite being an island nation with almost 2,000 miles of coastline, only 9% of Ireland’s oceans are currently being protected. Irish organizers, backed by fishermen, small businesses, and local communities, are working to pressure the government to increase the protection of Irish seas to at least 30% by 2030 in the form of Marine Protected Areas. Ón this episode, we speak with Jack O’Donovan Trá, a marine biologist and representative from the Fair Seas campaign about the emotional connection Irish people have with the sea; making radical changes in policy that benefit people; the source of Ireland’s emerald green; a...2025-01-091h 08
Dyed GreenTime Traveling with Neil JackmanDid you know that Ireland requires developers to have an archaeologist on hand when breaking ground on a new site? Or that Irish feasts in medieval times often featured professional farters alongside musicians as part of the evening entertainment? On this week’s episode, Max & Kate travel back and forth across time with archaeologist Neil Jackman, co-founder of Abarta Heritage.We speak with Neil about the impact of the economic crash on archaeologists; how to get people to value heritage sites in order to ensure their protection; food as existence; the relationship between folklore and archaeology in ou...2024-12-201h 09Boob to Food - The Podcast106 - Navigating Christmas and our final episode of 2024 with Luka and KateAs 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 Me...2024-12-1732 minBoob to Food - The Podcast103 - Getting Ready to Start Solids for Babies 4–6 Months with Luka and KateIs 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 3Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, General Manager and Clinical Director of Boob to Fo...2024-11-2637 minBoob to Food - The Podcast100 - Celebrating 100 episode and 1million downloads + Q&A with Luka and KateHappy 100 episodes and 1million downloads to us! We feel so excited, grateful and privileged to reach this huge milestone, and it wouldn't have been possible without all of our incredibly listeners. To celebrate we wanted to answer some of your questions about us and the podcast, as well as give you a little update about how things will look in 2025...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 3Ka...2024-11-1046 min
Dyed GreenPaula McIntyre Keeps It SimpleAfter a bit of a break, Dyed Green is back with a conversation with Paula McIntyre, a chef, writer, and broadcaster and the director of Slow Food Northern Ireland, based in Portstewart in County Derry. Paula’s passion for cooking began at the age of 8, when she visited an Italian deli in Edinburgh, where she had a formative experience with parmesan cheese and Parma ham. As luck would have it, Kate met Paula at a market in Rome while crying and eating pizza. Chef Paula McIntyre thinks chefs waste too much time trying to make something fancy th...2024-10-151h 00Boob to Food - The Podcast79 – Iron across the lifespan with Kate and dietician Renee JenningsWe 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...2024-07-1655 min
Full & Thriving: A Mental Health and Personal Development Podcast161. Thrive Back: Letting Go Of Perfectionism w/ Kate NoelEver found yourself trapped by the pursuit of perfection?In this reuploaded episode, Meg is joined by the wonderful Kate to explore how perfectionism impacts daily life, particularly for those navigating eating disorders. Together, they offer practical advice on letting go of perfectionism and embracing your authentic self. Kate shares her personal journey, providing insights into self-compassion, vulnerability, and celebrating diverse body types. Tune in for this insightful and compassionate discussion!Meg's website:www.meg-mccabe.com Meg's Instagram:www.instagram.com/meg_mccabe/ 2024-07-0441 minBoob to Food - The Podcast75 - Top tips for sleep deprivation with Luka & Kate PLUS navigating extreme sleep deprivation and adrenal fatigue with Kirsten ShanksIt 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...2024-06-1854 minBoob to Food - The Podcast71 - Your worst parenting advice ever with Luka & KateUnsolicited 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 3Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, clinical director of Boob to...2024-05-2156 minBoob to Food - The Podcast65 - Protein for pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss and beyond with Luka & KateWe 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, au...2024-04-0948 minBoob to Food - The Podcast63 - Introducing Allergens with Luka & KateAs 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...2024-03-2645 minBoob to Food - The Podcast61 - Starting solids for the third time with Luka & KateWasn'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 3Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, clinical director of...2024-03-1244 minBoob to Food - The Podcast56 - All about gastro with Luka & KateGastro... 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...2024-02-0658 minBoob to Food - The Podcast53 - What's in our first aid kit? With Luka & KateEver 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...2024-01-161h 00Boob to Food - The Podcast50 - 2023 FAQ And Wrap Up With Luka And KateIn 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 3Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, clinical director of Boob to Food and mum of 3In this podcast we discussThe transition to 2 children, age gaps and getting your cycle back whe...2023-12-171h 04Boob to Food - The Podcast48 – Camping With Kids Tips, Tricks And Hacks With Luka And KateCamping 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 3Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, clinical director of Boob to...2023-12-031h 05Boob to Food - The Podcast44 – All About Eczema With Luka And KateEczema 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 3Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, clinical director of Boob to Food and mum of 3In...2023-11-0551 minBoob to Food - The Podcast42 - Kate's birth story and first few weeks postpartum with Luka and KateIn case you missed the news, Kate welcomed her baby girl Imogen Hazel into the world a few weeks ago, and today on the podcast she shares her positive birth story as well as some updates on the early weeks postpartum and life with 3 kids!For those who don’t know Kate, she is a naturopath, nutritionist, co-host of Boob to Food the Podcast as well as clinical director of our clinic, and now - mum of THREE!In this podcast Kate shares about:The final moments of her pregnancy and how sh...2023-10-2257 min
The Rundown New Music PodcastEpisode 011 | Interview with Kate McCabe (Part 2)In Episode 011 Part 2, I have a catchup with singer/songwriter Kate McCabe. We talk about her latest single That's Where I'll Be, released on the 1st of September 2023 along with chatting a little bit about the Barbie movie......Bio/SocialsKate McCabe BioBandcamp2023-09-1859 minBoob to Food - The Podcast36 - Packing your hospital bag for labour and birth with Luka and KateFollowing 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 3Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, clinical director of Boob to Food and mum of 2 (with a third very soon to...2023-09-1354 minBoob to Food - The Podcast35 - Holistic strategies to prepare for labour and birth with Luka & KateWith 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 3Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, clinical director of Boob to Food and mum of 2 (with a third very soon to arrive!)In this podcast we discu...2023-09-101h 07
Dyed GreenFrom Fish to Fork with Niall SabongiNiall Sabongi fell in love with seafood as a child living on the east coast of Ireland, where his father would bring him to the beach to find cockles and mussels to eat for dinner. Today, Niall is at the forefront of the conversation around Irish seafood. As a chef, he founded fish-centric favorite spots like Klaw, Saltwater Grocery, and most recently, The Seafood Cafe. While the stereotypical Irish ocean-based meal might be fish and chips or chowder, at Niall's restaurants, the incredibly wide range of Irish seafood is on display. Everything from oysters to crab to day boat...2023-09-0849 minBoob to Food - The Podcast26 - The sleep stories of our five children with Luka & KateAfter sharing just how different sleep solutions can be for each family and child in episode 25 with Kristy from the sleep teacher, we thought we would let you in on our own… spoiler alert… we do not have the magic answer for getting more sleep!In today’s BONUS episode we wanted to share the very different experiences we had regarding sleep with our 5 children… although there is one common theme… there were lots of frequent wake ups!For those who are tuning in for the first time, a little about us…Luka McCabe - founder of...2023-07-1950 minBoob to Food - The Podcast24 - Is your child's poo normal? What's normal, what's not, and what to do about it with Luka and KateOne of our most asked questions at boob to food is “is my child’s poo normal?” closely followed by “how can I help my child who is struggling with ** insert digestive complaint here **”So in today’s BONUS episode we go through a few of the basics on all things infant and toddler poo.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 3Kate Holm - naturop...2023-07-1224 minBoob to Food - The Podcast21 - The weaning stories of our five children with Luka & KateIf you caught episode 20 with Amberley Harris, you would have heard that there really is no single right way to go about weaning, and every child will likely be different!So in today’s BONUS episode we wanted to share the very different weaning experiences we have had with our 5 children.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 3Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, clinical director of Bo...2023-06-2837 min
Dyed GreenEunice Power: The ChipperWe often talk about how Irish food is not just Guinness and potatoes…and yet! A real Irish culinary experience would not be complete without a pint of the good stuff and some delicious spuds! Eunice Power is exactly what her name implies—a powerhouse as a chef and small business owner. In addition to being the director of the West Waterford Festival of Food, Eunice is a caterer and the owner of And Chips, a gourmet takeaway featuring fresh, sustainable food and—you guessed it—chips!On today’s episode, we talk to Eunice about the quest to f...2023-06-1952 minBoob to Food - The Podcast17 - Practical and natural tips for supporting our babies through teething... and how long will it last!? with Luka and KateTeething is inevitable, relentless and so incredibly painful for all involved! But there are some simple, gentle and effective strategies that you can use for your baby to make it at least slightly easier on everyone. In today’s BONUS episode you have Luka and Kate discussing all things teething and practical, natural strategies you can use to ease the discomfort for your little one (and hopefully get some more sleep for you too). For those who are tuning in for the first time, a little about us…Luka McCabe - founder of Boob to Foo...2023-06-0720 min
Dyed GreenKevin Burke Makes it Look EasyOur guest this week is Kevin Burke of Library Street, a newcomer on the Dublin restaurant scene that was recently named Best Newcomer at the Irish Restaurant Awards. Kevin spent some time working at the two Michelin-star Patrick Guillbaud early in his career before heading to London where he lived and worked for 8 years before returning home to Ireland.We talk to Kevin about the inspiration behind Library Street, his time in London, and when he knew it was time to come home. We also chat about what goes into making a restaurant that will last, and relat...2023-06-0159 min
Dyed GreenBia, Craic, & Pobal: Connemara's Pota CaféWhen you walk in the doors of Pota Café in the Connemara Gaeltacht there’s a buzz in the air. Pota’s atmosphere is filled with community spirit and the sweet scent of freshly baked bread, while the melody of people conversing in Irish fills the air. It’s this community spirit, as well as their prolific use of local produce and seafood, that led the cafe to win the award for best café in the country from Food & Wine Ireland this year. Opened by chef Diarmuid Ó Mathúna in 2021, Pota is a bilingual daytime café and community hub...2023-05-0544 minBoob to Food - The Podcast10 - Immune support, winter wellness, and can you really avoid the dreaded daycare germs with Luka and KateIn our 10th episode of Boob to Food the Podcast you have US discussing all things immune support. We receive SO many questions on how to keep the family well through winter, day care and life in general - so here it is. 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 3Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, clinical director of Boob to Food and mum of 2 (with a third on...2023-04-301h 10
Dyed GreenFood Fight! Blas na hÉireann & the Irish Artisan CommunityHave you ever wondered how much blood sausage a person can eat in one sitting? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Artie Clifford and Fallon Moore are the founders of Blas na hÉireann, the Irish Food Awards. Blas, which means ‘taste’ in Irish, was born in Dingle in 2007, and has organized an annual celebration of the best in Irish food and drink every year since. With some help from University College Cork, they’ve developed a blind tasting process that’s become the international standard in food competitions. The work of Blas na hÉireann goe...2023-03-2451 min
Dyed GreenKwanghi Chan Can't Be StoppedIs there anything Kwanghi Chan can’t do?! The Dublin-based chef and cookbook author owns two restaurants, a food truck, a retail sauce company, and regularly appears on TV. Born in Hong Kong, Kwanghi moved to Donegal when he was eight and grew up cooking in his uncle’s Chinese takeaway. As an adult, he chose a culinary education over art school and went on to work in a number of Michelin-starred restaurants before going out on his own. Kwanghi’s first book, Wok, came out last year and is the first Irish-Chinese cookbook to be published in Ireland.2023-03-1651 minBoob to Food - The Podcast02 - Starting Solids - with Luka and KateWelcome 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 hostsLuka McCabe - founder of Boob to Food, author of Milk to Meals, registered nurse and midwife, as well as mum of 3Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, clinical director of Boob to Food and mum of 2 (with a third on the way!)2023-03-051h 08