Sense by Meg Faure: Real Life Parenting

On this weeks episode of Sense, by Meg Faure we explore the magic of Turning One. Your baby is now officially a toddler. This phase brings exciting milestones and new challenges. I am joined by our regular guest, Nina Clark. We check in on her son, Josh. Turning One is a time of incredible physical growth. Parent Sense is here to support you through these changes.
Movement and Walking Milestones Josh is currently navigating the transition to walking. We discuss the normal range for this major milestone. Most children walk between ten and eighteen months. Movement is a vital sensory experience for your toddler. It provides essential proprioceptive and vestibular input. This input helps toddlers feel secure in their bodies. Physical stability also leads to better fine motor skills.
Big Opinions and Emotional Intelligence Toddlers are famous for their big opinions. We explore the science of early emotional outbursts. These meltdowns are often caused by simple frustration. Receptive language develops faster than expressive speech. Your toddler understands more than they can say. I share why naming emotions is so powerful. This practice builds lifelong emotional intelligence. It helps your child feel heard and safe.
Navigating the Picky Eating Phase Many parents notice a change in appetite now. Caloric needs often decrease after the first year. We discuss the "picky eating" spiral. Mealtimes must prioritize safety and connection. Nina shares her experience with Josh at the table. We talk about letting the toddler have more control. Parent Sense offers great tools for nutrition.
The One-Nap Transition We tackle the tricky shift to a single nap. Most toddlers make this change around twelve months. I provide a checklist for this transition. We also discuss the impact of screens. Screen time can disrupt a toddler’s internal rhythm. I explain the "social butterfly" sensory personality. This personality needs movement more than a screen.
About Our Guest: Nina Clark is a mom to two boys, four-and-a-half-year-old Max and 1-year-old Josh. After a long stint in London where she founded the successful sleepwear brand Nightire, she has returned to South Africa. Nina shares her real, unfiltered journey as a second-time mom as a regular guest on the podcast.
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This week on Sense by Meg Faure, Meg sits down with Paediatric Dietitian Kath Megaw for an eye-opening conversation about the profound impact of pregnancy nutrition. Discover how the food you eat today not only nourishes you and your baby but also influences the health of your future grandchildren through epigenetics.
This episode is packed with essential, science-backed advice:
Blood Sugar Stability: Learn why managing your blood sugar is crucial for reducing nausea and setting the stage for your baby's long-term metabolic health.
The Gut Microbiome: Uncover why a healthy gut is one of the most powerful gifts you can give your baby and how to nourish it with the right kinds of fibrous foods.
The Truth About Protein: Find out how much protein you really need during pregnancy for your baby's growth, placenta health, and even your future breast milk composition.
Supplementation is Not Optional: Kath explains why a good diet isn't enough and breaks down what to look for in a high-quality prenatal vitamin, as well as when to consider extra supplements like Omega-3s.
A Day on Your Plate: Kath provides a practical, delicious, and easy-to-follow meal plan for a pregnant mom, including meals, snacks, and supplements.
This is a must-listen for any expectant mother who wants to make informed, confident choices about her nutrition, cutting through the noise to give her baby the very best start in life.
About Our Guest:
Kath Megaw is a distinguished Paediatric Dietitian with extensive experience in early childhood nutrition. As a regular expert on the podcast and co-author of "Weaning Sense," Kath is passionate about translating complex nutritional science into practical, accessible advice for parents. She works closely with families to lay healthy foundations from pregnancy through to the toddler years and beyond.
Episode References and Links:
Book: Weaning Sense by Meg Faure and Kath Megaw
Discount Code: Get 50% off the Parent Sense app with code SENSE50.
📱 Parent Sense App – Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. Download it here.
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Parent Sense mobile app:
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This week on Sense by Meg Faure, we check in with regular guest Nina Clark as her son, Josh, approaches the 10-month mark. Nina shares an honest account of the challenges of parenting two young children, the realities of a "fiery" toddler, and the constant juggle of motherhood.
This episode is a must-listen guide to navigating this active and exciting stage:
The 10-Month Sleep Regression: Josh has started waking frequently at night, especially between 11 PM and 3 AM. Meg provides a checklist for troubleshooting, including separation anxiety, day sleep routines, and crucial nutritional factors.
The #1 Hidden Reason for Night Wakings: We explore the critical role of iron in a baby's diet after six months and why low iron is a common but often-overlooked cause of poor sleep.
Feeding a Social Butterfly: Nina shares her struggle with breastfeeding a distractible "social butterfly." We discuss the pros and cons of snacky feeds versus a more structured routine for older babies.
The Nappy Change Wrestle: A relatable moment all parents know well! Meg explains the developmental reason why babies resist nappy changes at this age and offers practical tips.
This is an info-packed and reassuring conversation for any parent with a baby on the move!
About Our Guest:
Nina Clark is a mom to two boys, four-and-a-half-year-old Max and 10-month-old Josh. After a long stint in London where she founded the successful sleepwear brand Nightire, she has returned to South Africa. Nina shares her real, unfiltered journey as a second-time mom as a regular guest on the podcast.
Episode References and Links:
Book: Weaning Sense by Meg Faure and Kath Megaw
Supplements Mentioned: Floradix Liquid Iron, Barley Green
📱 Parent Sense App – Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. Download it here.
CONNECT WITH MEG FAURE
Web: megfaure.com
Social Media Channels: Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/MegFaure.Sense Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megfaure.sense/
Parent Sense mobile app:
Download Parent Sense App Web: https://parentsense.app/
I hope you enjoyed this episode of SENSE BY Meg Faure! If you want to support or follow the podcast, here’s how:
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This week on Sense by Meg Faure, we dive into one of the most powerful tools a new parent can have: understanding your baby's sensory world. In this solo episode based on the bestselling book Baby Sense, Meg explains why your newborn startles, fusses, and becomes overwhelmed, and how you can become their sensory filter to create a world of calm.
This is a masterclass in decoding your newborn's behavior. You will learn:
Your Baby's 8 Senses: Move beyond the basic five and discover all eight senses your baby uses to experience the world, from the well-developed sense of touch to the still-maturing sense of sight.
The States of Infancy: Understand the six states your baby moves through, from deep sleep to crying, and learn how to identify the magical "calm alert state" for learning and connection.
How to Read Your Baby's Cues: Meg provides a clear guide to your baby's four types of signals—from early "approach" and "warning" signs to later "stress" and "crying" signals—so you can respond before they become distressed.
The Womb World Hack: Learn how to soothe your baby by recreating the sensory sanctuary of the womb using deep pressure (swaddling), white noise, and rhythmic movement.
This episode will give you "sensory eyes," empowering you to stop guessing and start responding confidently to what your baby is truly telling you.
About Our Host:
Meg Faure is an occupational therapist, author of the 'Sense' series of parenting books (including Baby Sense), and the founder of the Parent Sense app. With decades of experience working with parents and babies, her mission is to bring calm, clarity, and confidence to the parenting journey.
Episode References and Links:
Book: Baby Sense by Meg Faure
📱 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.
CONNECT WITH MEG FAURE
Web: megfaure.com
Social Media Channels: Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/MegFaure.Sense Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megfaure.sense/
Parent Sense mobile app:
Download Parent Sense App Web: https://parentsense.app/

Welcome back to Sense by Meg Faure! 🎙️
This week, I am so delighted to welcome Nina back to the podcast. She is sharing her wonderfully honest and relatable journey of navigating life with both a busy toddler and a growing second baby.
In this episode, we dive deep into the "Social Butterfly" phase that emerges around 8 months. It is such a beautiful, busy age, but it certainly comes with its own unique set of developmental leaps and challenges!
👇 In This Episode, We Unpack:
Milestone Consolidation: We discuss why how your baby crawls (reciprocal crawling) actually matters so much more than how quickly they reach the milestone.
Separation Anxiety: It is completely normal for little ones to become clingy at this age! We talk about how to gently handle the transition to object permanence using simple, playful methods like "Hide and Seek."
The Screen Time Juggle: Real talk on navigating indirect screen exposure from older siblings, and why fostering self-regulation in your little ones is so important.
Social Development & Communication: How to decode those adorable sounds and differentiate between lovely babbling and purposeful first words.
📚 Episode References and Links:
Books: Feeding Sense and Weaning Sense by Kath Megaw and Meg Faure.
Toy Recommendation: The Toniebox (A wonderful screen-free audio player for busy toddlers!).
📱 Parent Sense App: Your all-in-one baby care app for expert routines, nutrition guidance, and developmental tracking. [Download the Parent Sense App Here]
🌐 Connect with Meg Faure:
Website: megfaure.com
Facebook: Meg Faure Sense
Instagram: @megfaure.sense
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