Sense by Meg Faure

• Episode 175: Zoe’s 20-Week Twins — Embracing Each Baby’s Individuality

  This week on Sense by Meg Faure, we are joined by regular guests Zoe Brown and Tasha Perreard for a real, relatable, and info-packed conversation. A year to the day after finding out she was expecting twins, Zoe opens up about life with her 4.5-month-old boys, who are developing very different personalities and schedules.This episode is a guide to navigating and celebrating your twins as individuals:The Sleep Regression Dilemma: What do you do when one twin sleeps through the night, but the other hits the 17-week sleep regression? Meg and Tasha discuss why this happens and how to manage it.Understanding Sensory Profiles: Discover why one twin might be a "good sleeper" and the other more sensitive. We explore how different sensory thresholds impact sleep, fussiness, and development.Ready for Solids?: Learn the key signs that your baby is ready for solids (it's not just about age!) and why there's no need to rush this important milestone.Post-Vaccine Tummies: Tasha offers expert advice on managing a runny tummy after the rotavirus vaccine, including the role of probiotics and Vitamin D.Motherhood & Community: Zoe shares an honest account of feeling isolated after moving to a new city and the importance of finding your village.This episode is packed with practical advice and emotional support, perfect for any mom navigating the fourth trimester and beyond.About Our Guests:Zoe Brown: A well-known media personality and new mother to 4.5-month-old twin boys, Jordan and Luke. She shares her real-time experiences and questions on her parenting journey as a regular guest on the podcast.Tasha Perreard: A neonatal nurse and twin specialist based in Cape Town. As a twin mom herself, Tasha provides expert insights and practical advice for parents of multiples. You can find her practice, The Well Mother and Child Clinic, on Instagram @wmc_clinic.Episode References and Links:📱 Parent Sense App – Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. Download it here.CONNECT WITH MEG FAUREWeb: megfaure.comSocial 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:Subscribe, or listen on Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcastsLeave a 5* rating and review on Apple PodcastsFollow my social media channels or sign up to my mailing listFor episode feedback & suggestions, or to nominate yourself or a friend to appear as a guest on the show, please email [email protected]

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• 174 - Tasha Perreard's Top 5 Tips for a Confident Start to Breastfeeding

  This week on Sense by Meg Faure, expert lactation consultant Tasha Perreard provides a practical crash course for expectant and new moms. Tasha shares her top five actionable tips for a confident start, including the importance of the 'golden hour,' latching correctly, and asking for help early. She also discusses the most common breastfeeding battles—from perceived low milk supply to pain—and offers a simple 5-step toolkit for those overwhelming moments when you just need to reset. This episode is a goldmine of information for any parent preparing for or navigating the early days of their breastfeeding journey.About Our Guest:Tasha Perreard is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), a South African Certified Lactation Consultant (SACLC), and a neonatal nurse based in Cape Town. As a mother to three, including a set of twins, she brings both professional expertise and profound personal experience to her practice. Tasha runs the Well Mother and Child Clinic and is the creator of "The Confident Breastfeeder's Guide" course on the Parent Sense app. You can find her at wellmotherandchildclinic.co.za or on Instagram @wmc_clinic.Episode References and Links:The Confident Breastfeeder's Guide: Get 50% off Tasha’s course in the Parent Sense app with code CBF25.Episode 111: The Truth about Tongue Tie with Dr. Shlomo Goldberg-Botwin📱 Parent Sense App – Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. Download it here.CONNECT WITH MEG FAUREWeb: megfaure.comSocial 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:Subscribe, or listen on Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcastsLeave a 5* rating and review on Apple PodcastsFollow my social media channels or sign up to my mailing listFor episode feedback & suggestions, or to nominate yourself or a friend to appear as a guest on the show, please email [email protected]

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• Episode 173- Finding Your Strength: A Realistic Guide to Postpartum Exercise & Wellness

  This week on the "Feeding Sense" segment, guest host and Paediatric Dietitian Kath Megaw is joined by Annéke de Silva, a pre and postnatal fitness expert and founder of Glowfit Training. This episode is a realistic and reassuring guide for mothers navigating exercise during pregnancy and after birth. Annéke shares her professional expertise and personal experience as a mom of two, covering everything from core safety to managing motivation.Key discussion points include:Safe Pregnancy Exercise: Learn how to adapt your pre-pregnancy fitness routine safely through each trimester, with a special focus on protecting your core from diastasis recti.When to Return to Fitness: Annéke provides clear guidelines for returning to exercise after both natural and C-section births (4-6 weeks) and emphasizes the importance of listening to your body.Core & Pelvic Floor Rehab: Discover gentle, effective exercises you can start doing almost immediately after birth to safely rebuild your core and pelvic floor strength.Exercise & Breastfeeding Myths: Annéke debunks the common myth that exercise negatively impacts milk supply, explaining that with proper nutrition and hydration, your supply will be fine.Practical Tips: Get expert advice on managing high-impact workouts, choosing the right sports bra to avoid clogged ducts, and how to know if your baby is getting enough milk.Grace Over Guilt: The most important takeaway is how to stay motivated when you're exhausted. Annéke shares a powerful message about having grace with yourself and embracing rest when you need it.This conversation is a must-listen for any expectant or new mother wanting to reconnect with her body in a safe, supported, and realistic way.About Our Guest:Annéke de Silva is the founder of Glowfit Training, a female-focused health and fitness studio specializing in pre and postnatal wellness. As a postpartum fitness instructor, lactation consultant, and mother of two, she is passionate about educating and supporting women through the journey of pregnancy and motherhood. Annéke is based in Gauteng and offers in-person and online programs. Find her on Instagram @glowfit_pt or at glowfittraining.co.za.Episode References and Links:📱 Parent Sense App – Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. Download it here.CONNECT WITH MEG FAUREWeb: megfaure.comSocial 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/

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• Episode 172 - Cruising into the First Birthday: An 11-Month Guide to Milestones & Motherhood

  This week on Sense by Meg Faure, we catch up with our regular guest Julia as her daughter, Aurelia, reaches 49 weeks old and prepares for her first birthday! This episode is a candid look at the final, transformative stretch of babyhood, from high-speed crawling and first words to navigating illness and big feeding transitions.Key discussion points include:The Big Milk Question: What happens to milk feeds after 12 months? Meg provides a clear guide on dropping daytime bottles, when to transition from formula to cow's milk, and how much milk your little one really needs.Mobility Milestones: Aurelia is crawling at a "rate of knots" and cruising on furniture. We discuss the importance of not rushing walking and why consolidating crawling skills is so crucial for long-term coordination.Language Development: Aurelia is saying her first words! Learn why pointing and naming ("there!") is a critical milestone for communication and how to encourage your baby's verbal skills.Navigating Illness: Julia shares the challenge of dealing with constant germs from an older sibling and how it disrupts sleep and feeding.A Mother's Reflection: As the first birthday approaches, Julia reflects on the journey of motherhood, the growth she's experienced as a parent, and the meaning found in "wondering" rather than always "knowing."This episode is a must-listen for parents of almost-toddlers, packed with expert advice, relatable stories, and heartfelt reflections.About Our Guest:Julia is a mom to two beautiful children, Santi and Aurelia. As a regular guest on the podcast, she has generously shared her honest and relatable parenting journey, from the newborn days with Aurelia through to the exciting milestones of the first year.Episode References and Links:📱 Parent Sense App – Your all--in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. Download it here.CONNECT WITH MEG FAUREWeb: megfaure.comSocial 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:Subscribe, or listen on Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcastsLeave a 5* rating and review on Apple PodcastsFollow my social media channels or sign up to my mailing listFor episode feedback & suggestions, or to nominate yourself or a friend to appear as a guest on the show, please email [email protected]

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• Episode 171 - Real Talk with Twin Mom Zoe Brown: Sleep Success, Solids & Social Isolation

  This week on Sense by Meg Faure, we have an honest and heartwarming chat with media personality and twin mom, Zoe Brown. Her boys are now 16 weeks (three and a half months) old, and she shares the real highs and lows of this dynamic stage, from major sleep victories to the tough reality of finding your community in a new city.This episode is packed with relatable moments and expert advice:The Ultimate Win: Zoe shares the exciting news that her twins slept through the night for the first time! We unpack how she got there by following their cues and establishing a gentle rhythm.Tummy Time & Milestones: What do you do when one twin starts rolling and the other isn't there yet? We discuss tummy time struggles, tips to make it more engaging (like using a mirror or facing twins towards each other), and celebrating individual developmental journeys.Starting Solids: The conversation turns to weaning. Meg provides clear, evidence-based guidelines on when to start solids (between 17 weeks and 6 months), the three key signs of readiness to look for, and why the best first foods are starchy vegetables, not porridge.Postpartum Fitness & Self-Care: Zoe talks about her fitness journey and how carving out 30 minutes for herself makes a huge difference.The Loneliness of Motherhood: In a candid moment, Zoe opens up about the challenge of social isolation after moving to a new city, and the struggle to build a new village while in the thick of raising two infants.This is a must-listen for any parent, offering practical tools for routines and development, encouragement for self-care, and reassurance that you are not alone on this wild and wonderful ride.About Our Guest:Zoe Brown is a well-known TV and radio personality and a new mother to 16-week-old twin boys, Jordan and Luke. She shares her real-time experiences, honest questions, and the highs and lows of her parenting journey as a regular guest on the podcast.Episode References and Links:Book: Weaning Sense by Meg Faure and Kath Megaw📱 Parent Sense App – Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. Download it here.CONNECT WITH MEG FAUREWeb: megfaure.comSocial 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:Subscribe, or listen on Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcastsLeave a 5* rating and review on Apple PodcastsFollow my social media channels or sign up to my mailing listFor episode feedback & suggestions, or to nominate yourself or a friend to appear as a guest on the show, please email [email protected]

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