Kaz Cooke

Kaz Cooke is a beloved Australian author, journalist, cartoonist, and humorist known for her witty, practical guides on women’s health, parenting, and modern life. Starting her career as a newspaper cartoonist, she developed a uniquely relatable, no-nonsense comedic voice.

She is best known as the author of bestselling cultural staples such as Up the Duff: The Real Guide to Pregnancy, Kid Wrangling, and Girl Guides. Her books combine rigorous medical fact-checking with hilarious illustrations and down-to-earth advice.

Cooke’s empathetic humor and trusted guidance have supported generations of Australian women through pregnancy, motherhood, and womanhood. She is a treasured cultural figure in Australian literature.