Sense by Meg Faure: Real Life Parenting

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Real-life parenting support from pregnancy to the toddler years. Join occupational therapist, bestselling author, and Parent Sense founder Meg Faure for expert insight and honest conversations with real moms and leading parenting scientists. From sleep and weaning to milestones, emotions, and tantrums, this is the calm, trusted, science-backed sense you need to parent with confidence.

  1. 4d ago

    Breast or Bottle: Why Your Baby’s Sensory Personality May Decide with Dr Nellie Balfour S9 | Ep230

    Same mum. Same home. Same breast milk. So why did one of Dr Nellie Balfour's boys turn away from the breast within weeks, while his little brother won't let go? The answer has nothing to do with the milk, and everything to do with your baby's sensory personality. In this episode, Meg Faure catches up with paediatrician and mum of two Dr Nellie Balfour as her second baby, Uyakile, turns three months old. What unfolds is a fascinating look at feeding, development and immunity through the eyes of a doctor who is also living it at home. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN Why slow-to-warm-up babies often pick the bottle, and why social butterflies may prefer the breast The ingredient in breast milk your baby can't digest at all, and why scientists now believe it matters so much for gut health and immunityThe "falling in love" milestone around three months, and the simple sign that shows it's happening  Why bringing two tiny hands together is one of your baby's first calming strategies  How Nellie's newborn stayed well while his big brother brought every bug home from school Government vs private vaccine schedules in South Africa: what's actually different, and does the timing change? Whether you're breastfeeding, bottle feeding or doing a bit of both, this episode will change how you see your baby's choices. Want to know your baby's sensory personality? Find out on the Parent Sense app. Download it here and use code SENSE50 for 50% off. CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome back & meeting Dr Nellie Balfour 01:32 Three months with baby Uyakile 02:23 Combo feeding: breast and bottle 04:02 What are HMOs? Meg explains human milk oligosaccharides and their role in the baby's gut microbiome. 06:43 Why Nellie chose her formula Nellie explains what caught her attention when choosing a formula 07:33 Why some babies prefer the bottle Meg explores feeding preferences through a sensory lens and compares Nellie's two babies. 10:35 Baby milestones at three months Smiling, cooing, eye contact, following and bringing the hands to midline. 12:29 Understanding social-emotional milestones Meg explains the developmental trajectory behind early social connection. 14:48 Falling in love with your baby What happens as babies begin developing preferences for their significant people. 16:22 From connection to communication Meg explains how object permanence, pointing and early social development eventually lay foundations for language. 17:52 Why bringing the hands to midline matters How this movement can become an important calming and soothing strategy. 19:44 Immunity, illness & vaccinations Nellie shares how her baby has managed while his older brother has been exposed to bugs at school. 21:29 Government vs private vaccinations in South Africa Nellie explains the difference between the government EPI schedule and additional private vaccines. ABOUT THE GUEST Dr Nellie Balfour is a paediatrician and mother of two. She returns to Sense by Meg Faure for the 6-week update, following her earlier appearances during her pregnancy and the unexpected birth. Follow ⁠Dr Nellie Balfour on Instagram⁠ ABOUT THE SENSE BY MEG PODCAST Sense by Meg is a weekly podcast for parents who want evidence-based, compassionate guidance. Hosted by OT, author and parenting expert Meg Faure, each episode brings together expert insight and real-world experience to help parents feel informed and supported. The podcast is proudly associated with Parent Sense, the all-in-one parenting app for routines, sleep, nutrition and expert advice. Parent Sense App: Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. ⁠Download it here⁠ and use code SENSE50 for 50% off.⁠ ⁠ Meg Faure  ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ Parent Sense  ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ #BabyDevelopment #BabyMilestones #Breastfeeding #ComboFeeding #BottleFeeding #BabyFeeding #BabyHealth #BabyImmunity #Vaccinations #SensoryDevelopment #NewbornBaby #ThreeMonthOldBaby #ParentingPodcast

    Breast or Bottle: Why Your Baby’s Sensory Personality May Decide with Dr Nellie Balfour S9 | Ep230

  2. Sep 24

    What It’s Like to Give Birth to Quadruplets + the First Weeks in the NICU

    Sam Smith returns to Sense by Meg Faure to share the next chapter of her extraordinary journey: the birth of her four babies at just over 31 weeks and their first four weeks in the NICU. Sam shares the emotional reality of her delivery, from her waters breaking in the middle of the night to a C-section involving a team of more than 20 medical professionals, followed by the weeks in the neonatal ICU. Joining Meg and Sam is Professor Welma Lubbe, a neonatal nursing expert and Parent Sense advisor, who explains how prem babies experience the world through their senses, the importance of skin-to-skin contact and how parents can support their babies as they develop. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN What happened when Sam’s waters unexpectedly broke at just over 31 weeks pregnant What a planned C-section for premature quads looks like What to expect when their babies are admitted to the neonatal ICU Why the period between birth and being able to hold your baby can be so emotionally difficult How skin-to-skin contact supports bonding, breastfeeding and regulation What premature babies need from their sensory environment Why light, sound, touch, smell and temperature matter so much for prem babies How parents can recognise signs that their baby is becoming overwhelmed How smell can be used to create familiarity and comfort in the NICU How breastfeeding and expressing can work when babies are too premature to feed fully at the breast What parents can do to prepare prem babies for the transition from tube feeding to breast or bottle feeding What factors doctors consider before a premature baby is ready to go home Why parents' confidence and readiness are also important parts of the transition home CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome back, Sam 01:04 Meet Professor Welma Lubbe 03:43 The night Sam’s waters broke 05:08 Arriving at hospital and preparing for delivery 07:30 The quads arrive at just over 31 weeks 08:33 Inside the operating theatre: a team of more than 20 13:33 The first days in the NICU 15:30 The emotional experience of not being able to hold your babies 18:22 Skin-to-skin, cuddles and the first breastfeeding attempts 21:55 Sam’s breastfeeding and expressing journey 26:18 Understanding the sensory world of premature babies 27:58 Using smell to comfort and prepare babies for feeding 28:28 Touch, sucking and creating a womb-like environment 30:22 Learning to read your premature baby’s signals 31:46 When illness enters the NICU journey 35:29 The incredible NICU team behind premature babies 39:01 What premature babies need before leaving hospital ABOUT THE GUEST Sam Smith Sam is a Cape Town-based mum mom of five including her quadruplets. She previously joined Sense by Meg to share her pregnancy journey. Follow Sam Smith on Instagram | ⁠@samsmithofcapetown⁠ Professor Welma Lubbe Prof Welma is a professor of nursing at the North-West University and a specialist voice in the field of neonates and premature babies. She is also an advisor to the Parent Sense app in the neonatal and premature-baby space. Follow Prof Welma on LinkedIn ABOUT THE SENSE BY MEG PODCAST Sense by Meg is the parenting podcast from occupational therapist, parenting expert and Parent Sense founder Meg Faure. With more than 20 years of experience in occupational therapy and a special focus on infant regulation, sensory processing, attachment and early relationships, Meg brings together leading experts, researchers and parents to explore the science behind raising happy, healthy and resilient children. The podcast is part of Parent Sense, a science-backed parenting solution designed to help parents understand their children and feel more confident in their parenting journey. Parent Sense App: Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition and expert advice. Download the Parent Sense app⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code SENSE50 for 50% off. FOLLOW US Meg Faure ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Parent Sense ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠

    What It’s Like to Give Birth to Quadruplets + the First Weeks in the NICU

  3. Sep 17

    Why Crawling Is The “Superfood” of Baby Development S9 | Ep228

    Crawling is about so much more than getting your baby from A to B. In this episode of Sense by Meg Faure, Meg and Parent Sense COO Tové de Chazal Gant dive into why crawling is such an important developmental milestone and why parents shouldn’t be too quick to rush their baby towards walking. Meg explains how crawling supports muscle tone, vestibular and proprioceptive development, bilateral coordination, fine motor skills, spatial awareness and problem-solving. They also explore how your baby’s sensory personality can influence when and how they crawl, what parents can do to encourage crawling, and what it means if a baby skips crawling altogether. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN Why crawling is considered a developmental “superfood” Why the sequence of sitting → crawling → walking matters When babies typically start crawling How crawling supports muscle tone, sensory development and coordination How your baby’s sensory personality can influence crawling How tummy time prepares babies for crawling What to do if your baby skips crawling What parents should know about baby walkers, walking rings and jumpers How crawling may support later fine motor, spatial and problem-solving skills Simple ways to encourage your baby to crawl through everyday play CHAPTERS 00:00 Why is crawling a developmental “superfood”? Meg explains why crawling is much more than a milestone in itself and why so many later developmental skills are built on it. 02:18 Why crawling can be harder than sitting Why crawling is a complex developmental skill 03:42 Why parents shouldn’t rush towards walking Meg explains why crawling deserves more time and attention before your baby gets upright. 06:13 When should babies start crawling? The typical range for crawling and why the sequence of milestones may be more important than the exact age. 07:47 Crawling, the vestibular system and muscle tone How movement stimulates the vestibular system and contributes to the muscle tone babies need to work against gravity. 10:21 Proprioception: your baby’s internal body map How crawling helps babies understand where their body is in space. 12:23 Bilateral integration and brain development Why reciprocal crawling matters for coordinating the two sides of the body. 12:42 Your baby’s sensory personality and crawling How sensory-sensitive, sensory-seeking, slow-to-warm-up and settled babies may approach crawling differently. 16:42 How to encourage your baby to crawl Practical ways parents can adapt the environment and support their baby according to their sensory needs. 19:27 What if your baby skips crawling? Meg explains why some babies go from sitting to walking and what parents can do if crawling is missed. 21:49 Why are more babies skipping crawling? The impact of the Back to Sleep campaign, tummy time and the modern “container culture” on opportunities for movement. 23:50 Baby walkers, walking rings and jumpersMeg shares what parents should consider when using developmental equipment and why movement on the floor matters. 26:20 Can crawling affect later skills?How crawling may support fine motor control, bilateral integration, spatial awareness and problem-solving. ABOUT THE SENSE BY MEG FURE PODCAST Sense by Meg is the parenting podcast from occupational therapist, parenting expert and Parent Sense founder Meg Faure. With more than 20 years of experience in OT and a special focus on infant regulation, sensory processing, attachment and early relationships, Meg brings together leading experts, researchers and parents to explore the science behind raising happy, healthy and resilient children. The podcast is part of Parent Sense, a science-backed parenting solution designed to help parents understand their children and feel more confident in their parenting journey. ⁠⁠⁠Download the Parent Sense app⁠⁠⁠ and use code SENSE50 for 50% off. FOLLOW US Meg Faure ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ Parent Sense ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠

    Why Crawling Is The “Superfood” of Baby Development S9 | Ep228

  4. Sep 10

    Have we been asking the wrong questions about screen time all along? S9 | Ep227

    Technology is everywhere in family life, but does that mean it has to be all-or-nothing? In this episode, Meg speaks to Rachel Barr, researcher at Georgetown University, about what 25 years of research tells us about young children, technology and learning. They unpack why not all technology is created equal, the impact of technoference on parent-child connection, how algorithms are designed to keep us watching and why some screen experiences can be more supportive of learning than others. Rachel also shares practical ways parents can use technology more intentionally, from creating family media plans and finding natural “off-ramps” to using joint media engagement to support language and learning. Most importantly, this conversation moves away from rigid rules and parenting guilt towards something more realistic: making a plan that works for your family and revisiting it as your family changes. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN Why not all technology is created equal What technoference is and how phones, notifications and background TV can interrupt parent-child interactions How background television can disrupt children's play, even when they aren't actively watching it What an “off-ramp” is and why natural stopping points can make transitions easier Whether using screens to calm a child can affect their developing self-regulation skills How to create a flexible family media plan What joint media engagement is and why parental involvement can make such a difference What to look for when choosing content for young children Rachel's one guiding principle for technology during the first 1 000 days: make a plan and revisit it CHAPTERS 02:59 Is all technology created equal? 05:28 What is technoference? 07:18 How phones and background TV can disrupt play 13:10 Designing technology with an “off-ramp” 15:04 Screens, tantrums and using technology to calm children 19:47 Do tech detoxes actually work? 20:35 Creating a family media plan 24:20 Moving beyond rigid screen-time rules 27:28 Technology, language development and joint media engagement 30:26 Why parental involvement can transform screen learning 35:14 What makes good content for young children? 36:52 Why highly stimulating content can be harder to process 38:07 Rachel's one technology guideline for the first 1,000 days Dr. Rachel shared her ultimate resource guide including infographics, research and suggested content for your little ones especially with us. Download it HERE ABOUT THE GUEST Rachel Barr is a researcher at Georgetown University who has spent more than 25 years studying how babies and young children learn, particularly in relation to media and technology. Her research has explored children's learning from television and touchscreens, video chat, parent-child interactions and the ways families use technology. She is particularly interested in how parents and caregivers can support young children's learning and development in an increasingly digital world. In this conversation, Rachel brings a research-led but refreshingly nuanced perspective to a topic that can leave parents feeling overwhelmed and guilty. Follow Rachel Barr on LinkedIn ABOUT THE SENSE BY MEG FURE PODCAST Sense by Meg is the parenting podcast from occupational therapist, parenting expert and Parent Sense founder Meg Faure. With more than 20 years of experience in OT and a special focus on infant regulation, sensory processing, attachment and early relationships, Meg brings together leading experts, researchers and parents to explore the science behind raising happy, healthy and resilient children. The podcast is part of Parent Sense, a science-backed parenting solution designed to help parents understand their children and feel more confident in their parenting journey. ⁠⁠Download the Parent Sense app⁠⁠ and use code SENSE50 for 50% off. FOLLOW US Meg Faure ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ Parent Sense ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Website⁠

    Have we been asking the wrong questions about screen time all along? S9 | Ep227

  5. Sep 3

    BABY POO 101: What's normal, what's not & when to worry. S9 | Ep 226

    Let’s talk about the topic every new parent becomes obsessed with: poo.  From those first sticky meconium nappies to breastfed baby poo, formula-fed stools, starting solids and the dreaded constipation, there’s a lot for parents to decode. In this episode of Sense by Meg, Meg Faure is joined by paediatric dietitian Lucy Jackman, founder of The Happy Tummy Dietitian, to unpack what’s normal, what’s not, and when your baby or child’s poo might need closer attention. Together, they explore everything from green, frothy or mucus-filled stools to blood in the nappy, infant dyschezia, true constipation, food allergies, hydration, fibre, toilet positioning and practical ways to help your little one develop healthy bowel habits. If you’ve ever found yourself staring into a nappy wondering, “Is THIS normal?”, this episode is for you. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN What normal baby poo looks like at different stages What green, frothy, mucus-filled or bloody stools can mean How breastfed and formula-fed poo differ What changes when your baby starts solids The difference between infant dyschezia and constipation The signs of true constipation and when to seek help How food, fluids and fibre can support healthy bowel movements Practical ways to manage constipation and establish good toilet habits Whether teething really affects your baby’s poo CHAPTERS 00:00 – Why parents obsess over poo 01:10 – Your baby’s first poo: meconium 03:20 – What’s normal for breastfed babies? 07:50 – Mucus and blood: when to worry 13:50 – Formula-fed baby poo 16:00 – Poo after starting solids 18:20 – Straining vs constipation 20:40 – Signs of true constipation 23:00 – Cow’s milk allergy and constipation 24:20 – Breaking the constipation cycle 26:40 – Foods, fluids and fibre 28:30 – Toilet habits and positioning 30:10 – Laxatives and treating constipation 32:00 – Does teething change poo? ABOUT THE GUEST Lucy Jackman is a registered paediatric dietitian based in London, where she leads two specialist services at Great Ormond Street Hospital: motility and neurogastroenterology, focusing on disorders of the gut-brain interaction, and complex GI allergies, including eosinophilic esophagitis and eosinophilic GI disease. Alongside her NHS work, Lucy runs The Happy Tummy Dietitian and sits on the Allied Health Professionals Committee for ESPGHAN, contributing to educational materials and position papers. Follow The Happy Tummy Dietitian:Website: ⁠https://www.thehappytummydietitian.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thehappytummydietitian/⁠  ABOUT THE SENSE BY MEG FURE PODCAST Sense by Meg is the parenting podcast from occupational therapist, parenting expert and Parent Sense founder Meg Faure. With more than 20 years of experience in occupational therapy and a special focus on infant regulation, sensory processing, attachment and early relationships, Meg brings together leading experts, researchers and parents to explore the science behind raising happy, healthy and resilient children. From pregnancy and newborn sleep to feeding, development, behaviour, technology and family wellbeing, Sense by Meg turns expert knowledge into practical guidance that parents can actually use. The podcast is part of Parent Sense, a science-backed parenting solution designed to help parents understand their children and feel more confident in their parenting journey. ⁠Download the Parent Sense app⁠ and use code SENSE50 for 50% off. FOLLOW US Meg Faure ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ Parent Sense ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Website⁠ #BabyPoo #BabyPoop #BabyConstipation #InfantDyschezia #BabyGutHealth #GutHealth #ChildhoodConstipation #BabyHealth #StartingSolids #Weaning #NewParents #ParentingTips #ParentingAdvice #BabyHealth #ParentingPodcast

    BABY POO 101: What's normal, what's not & when to worry. S9 | Ep 226

  6. Aug 27

    30 Weeks Pregnant with Quadruplets: Preparing for the NICU, Feeding & Breast Milk | S9 | Ep225

    Sam Smith is back on Sense by Meg, and this time she’s 30 weeks pregnant with quadruplets. After previously sharing her extraordinary pregnancy journey, Sam joins Meg Faure and paediatric dietitian Kath Megaw to talk about navigating the final weeks of a high-risk multiple pregnancy, getting enough nutrition when there simply isn’t much room to eat, and preparing for what comes next. Kath shares practical guidance on protein, calories, smoothies and supplements during the third trimester, before unpacking what Sam can expect when her four babies arrive and enter the NICU. They discuss TPN, donor breast milk, colostrum, establishing breast milk production, skin-to-skin contact and the important role Sam can play in her babies’ feeding journey. With Sam now at 30 weeks, the focus is on reaching the next milestone while preparing emotionally and practically for the birth of four premature babies. If you enjoy this episode, please give us a 5-star rating! IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN How to increase calories without having to eat significantly larger meals What to look for when choosing a protein powder during pregnancy How nutrition can support placental health and fetal growth Why protein is particularly important during pregnancy, especially with multiple placentas and growing babies What TPN (parenteral nutrition) is and why it may be used in the NICU How donor breast milk can support premature babies while a mother establishes her own milk supply The role of colostrum in the early days after birth How mothers can contribute to their babies’ NICU journey through breast milk and skin-to-skin contact How mums can look after their own nutrition while establishing breast milk production What Sam is preparing for as she gets closer to the planned birth of her four babies CHAPTERS 00:47  How is the quadruplet pregnancy going? 05:50  Eating during a quadruplet pregnancy 13:37  Can nutrition influence baby’s growth? 15:49  Preparing for the NICU 18:33  What happens when premature babies enter the NICU? 20:15  TPN, breast milk & early feeding 23:02  A mother’s role in the NICU 24:42  Colostrum & establishing breast milk 26:18  Nutrition and breast milk production 28:34  What’s next for Sam? ABOUT THE GUEST Sam Smith is a Cape Town-based mum who is currently pregnant with quadruplets. She previously joined Sense by Meg to share her pregnancy journey and returns at 30 weeks to talk honestly about the physical realities of carrying four babies, preparing for the NICU and getting ready for life with four newborns alongside her toddler, Teddy. Follow Sam Smith on Instagram: @samsmithofcapetown 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘄Kath Megaw is a paediatric dietitian and a specialist voice in infant nutrition. She is the CEO of Nutripaeds Follow along on Instagram: @nutripaeds ABOUT THE SENSE BY MEG PODCAST Sense by Meg is the parenting podcast from occupational therapist, parenting expert and Parent Sense founder Meg Faure. With more than 20 years of experience in occupational therapy and a special focus on infant regulation, sensory processing, attachment and early relationships, Meg brings together leading experts, researchers and parents to explore the science behind raising happy, healthy and resilient children. The podcast is part of Parent Sense, a science-backed parenting solution designed to help parents understand their children and feel more confident in their parenting journey. Download the app here and use code SENSE50 for 50% off. FOLLOW US Meg Faure  Instagram | LinkedIn | Website Parent Sense  Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

  7. Aug 20

    What I Didn't Expect: A Paediatrician's First 6 Weeks with Her Own Baby | S9 EP224

    What is really happening at six weeks with your baby and what can you expect from this important stage? In this episode of Sense by Meg Faure, Meg checks in with paediatrician Dr Nellie Balfour as she continues to navigate life with her second baby, Uyakile. At six weeks old, he is already showing some fascinating differences from his older brother, from his temperament and sleep to his social engagement. Nellie shares what it feels like to be a second-time mum, why she feels more confident this time around and how experience has changed the way she responds to the inevitable challenges of newborn life. Meg and Nellie explore the six-week developmental window, including early smiles, tummy time and eye contact. They also dive into the fascinating idea of sensory personality, comparing Nellie's firstborn's slow-to-warm-up temperament with her new baby's more settled and potentially social nature. It's an honest, reassuring snapshot of life with a six-week-old and another beautiful chapter in Nellie's real-time journey through pregnancy, birth and early motherhood. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: Why being a second-time mum can feel very different from the first time What babies may be doing developmentally around six weeks When babies typically begin showing their social smile Why tummy time, eye contact, head lifting and visual tracking matter How temperament and sensory personality can begin to emerge The difference between a slow-to-warm-up baby, a settled baby and a potential social butterfly What breastfeeding can look like when exclusive breastfeeding isn't possible The emotional side of breastfeeding and stopping breastfeeding What happens during a typical six-week paediatric check-up Why growth curves matter more than focusing on a single weight How Nellie's experience as both a paediatrician and a mother shapes her parenting journey CHAPTERS 01:00 Why the second baby feels differentNellie explains why she feels more confident and less anxious this time around. 03:20 The six-week fussiness phase Is Uyakile fussy? Nellie compares his temperament and sleep with her firstborn. 05:50 The six-week smile When does the social smile appear and is that early smile really a smile? 07:15 Tummy time, head control and eye contact The early developmental milestones Uyakile is already showing. 08:00 Two brothers, two very different temperaments Why Nellie thinks one child may be a slow-to-warm-up baby while the other could become a social butterfly. 09:00 Understanding sensory personality Meg explains how sensory sensitivity, fussiness and social engagement can relate to temperament. 13:00 Breastfeeding, formula and mixed feeding Nellie shares honestly about feeding her second baby and managing her milk supply. 15:25 The emotional side of breastfeeding Why stopping breastfeeding can feel like a genuine loss and why the “lasts” of motherhood can be emotional. 21:30 The six-week paediatric check-up What parents can expect from the appointment, including vaccinations, growth, feeding and developmental checks. ABOUT THE GUEST Dr Nellie Balfour is a paediatrician and mother of two. She returns to Sense by Meg Faure for the 6-week update, following her earlier appearances during her pregnancy and the unexpected birth. Follow Dr Nellie Balfour on Instagram ABOUT THE SENSE BY MEG PODCAST Sense by Meg is a weekly podcast for parents who want evidence-based, compassionate guidance. Hosted by OT, author and parenting expert Meg Faure, each episode brings together expert insight and real-world experience to help parents feel informed and supported. The podcast is proudly associated with Parent Sense, the all-in-one parenting app for routines, sleep, nutrition and expert advice. Parent Sense App: Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. Download it here and use code SENSE50 for 50% off. Meg Faure  Instagram | LinkedIn | Website Parent Sense  Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

  8. Aug 13

    You Don’t Have to Be a Perfect Parent: The Power of Connection, Repair & Relational Health

    What if raising a thriving child isn't about getting parenting right, but about connection? In this episode Meg Faure speaks to paediatrician and professor of paediatrics at Georgetown University, Dr David Willis, about early relational health. The powerful role that connection, attachment, co-regulation and meaningful moments play in a baby's development. They also unpack some of the challenges facing modern parents, including the loss of the village, information overload, technology and the pressure to be a “perfect” parent. Most importantly, Dr David offers a deeply reassuring message to parents who feel they have already made mistakes: It is never too late to repair. Relationships are built through thousands of small moments that don't need to be perfect, they simply need to happen. And when things go wrong, there is always another opportunity to reconnect. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN Why modern parents may be experiencing more pressure than previous generationsWhy parents don't need to constantly “intervene” to support their child's developmentWhy eye contact, reading, talking, feeding and everyday routines can become powerful moments of connectionWhy repair may be more important than perfectionHow the loss of the traditional “village” has changed the parenting experienceWhy parents should spend less time trying to know everything and more time being with their baby ABOUT THE GUEST Dr David W. Willis Dr David Willis is a paediatrician, developmental-behavioural paediatrician and leading voice in the field of early relational health. He is a professor of paediatrics and psychiatry at Georgetown University and leads Nurture Connection, an impact network focused on advancing early relational health and strengthening connections between children, families and communities. Follow Dr David Willis on LinkedIn. ABOUT THE SENSE BY MEG PODCAST Sense by Meg is a weekly podcast for parents who want evidence-based, compassionate guidance. Hosted by OT & author Meg Faure, each episode brings expert insight and real-world experience to help parents feel informed and supported. The podcast is proudly associated with Parent Sense, the all-in-one parenting app for routines, sleep, nutrition and expert advice. Download it here and use code SENSE50 for 50% off. FOLLOW US Meg Faure Instagram LinkedIn Website Parent Sense Instagram LinkedIn Website

    You Don’t Have to Be a Perfect Parent: The Power of Connection, Repair & Relational Health
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Real-life parenting support from pregnancy to the toddler years. Join occupational therapist, bestselling author, and Parent Sense founder Meg Faure for expert insight and honest conversations with real moms and leading parenting scientists. From sleep and weaning to milestones, emotions, and tantrums, this is the calm, trusted, science-backed sense you need to parent with confidence.

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