Episode 162 - Nina's Newborn Journey (4 Weeks): Naming Baby Joshua, Tummy Troubles & Sleep Secrets

On this week's episode of Sense by Meg Faure, we reconnect with Nina Clark, mom of two, as her new baby, Joshua (yes, "Tiny" officially has a name!), hits the four-week mark. Nina shares the sweet story behind his name reveal.Meg and Nina then explore the common challenges of this tender age:Decoding Fussiness: Why do 4-week-olds get fussy? Meg discusses newborn communication, gut immaturity (and how it relates to lactose digestion), and the often-overlooked impact of overstimulation, especially in the evenings.Feeding Facts: Learn about appropriate feeding schedules for a four-week-old, when and how to gently stretch feeds (if baby is gaining weight well), and the limited role of maternal diet changes.Sleep Strategies: Meg debunks the myth of late bedtimes for newborns, explaining why an early bedtime (between 5:30-7:00 PM) is crucial for setting good circadian rhythms and preventing overtiredness. She also touches on creating a simple, effective bedtime routine and the smart use of dummies.Stimulation Smarts: Discover what kind of stimulation is truly beneficial for a newborn (hint: emotional engagement is key!) and how to avoid overwhelming their developing senses.This episode is packed with practical, reassuring advice for parents navigating the beautiful, yet often demanding, first month with their new baby.About Our Guest:Nina Clark: a boy mom of two - born and bred in South Africa and back on these fair shores after a solid stint in London. Which is where my sleepwear and bedding business, Nightire, started. Everything is made of 100% organic bamboo - for functional yet fashionable bedtime gearEpisode 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]