Sense by Meg Faure

About Sense by Meg Faure

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.

Publisher

Meg Faure

Category

kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Nov 2021

Latest episode

27 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

227 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Aug 2026

   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 (https://www.instagram.com/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 (https://www.instagram.com/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 (https://parentsenseapp.onelink.me/G6HA/bkm3j9tt) and use code SENSE50 for 50% off. FOLLOW US Meg Faure Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/megfaure.sense/ ) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meg-faure/) | Website (https://megfaure.com/) Parent Sense Instagram | (https://www.instagram.com/parentsense.app/ )LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/parent-sense/) | Website (https://parentsense.app/)

2. 

   20 Aug 2026

   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 (https://www.instagram.com/drnelliepaeds/) 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 (https://parentsense.app/) and use code SENSE50 for 50% off. (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUM4Zm9rUVUtTzZIcHZpNEJNMTlwUU1sbDZFZ3xBR3JiS2Fsa3o3NE83Z24xdU9pMFQ2M3F1WlJtRHpJbTlrZkltWFdMbnRHTlBNQkRCYkN6SkpvaTZ2SlFXY0p4SWhpWU54TWVoZFM4UEdjN2VlOE02VldzVXBSekRNTF85Y19q&q=https%3A%2F%2Fparentsense.app%2F&v=joXBJGakid4) Meg Faure Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/megfaure.sense/) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meg-faure/) | Website (https://megfaure.com/) Parent Sense Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/parentsense.app/ ) | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/parent-sense/ ) | Website (https://parentsense.app/)

3. 

   13 Aug 2026

   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 generations Why parents don't need to constantly “intervene” to support their child's development Why eye contact, reading, talking, feeding and everyday routines can become powerful moments of connection Why repair may be more important than perfection How the loss of the traditional “village” has changed the parenting experience Why 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 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-w-willis-md-73476914/). 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 (https://parentsense.app/): Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition and expert advice. Download it here (https://parentsenseapp.onelink.me/G6HA/bkm3j9tt) and use code SENSE50 for 50% off. FOLLOW US Meg Faure Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/megfaure.sense/) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meg-faure/) Website (https://megfaure.com/) Parent Sense Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/parentsense.app/) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/parent-sense/) Website (https://parentsense.app/)

Who has been a guest on Sense by Meg Faure

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Zoë Brown
• Tasha Perreard
• Nina Clark
• Dr Jenny Rose
• Kath Megaw

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

21,843

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

17 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 69 / 100

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Quality

74

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

85

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