Episode 66 - The prem baby journey

In the latest episode of Sense by Meg Faure, host Meg has a heartfelt conversation with Tove, who previously appeared on the show in an episode titled 'The Juggle is Real.' During their previous chat, Tove opened up about her experiences raising her two little ones, Gray, who is four years old with special needs, and Jagger, who was an infant at the time. However, Tove recently gave birth to baby Nova, who arrived early at just 33 weeks.

Tove bravely shares her birth story with Meg, recounting the range of emotions she experienced during a challenging cesarean section without her husband by her side, as he was still traveling. She discusses the unique sensory experiences that Nova had to endure in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

Recognizing the importance of sensory care for premature babies, Meg suggests practical strategies to help Nova and other preemies thrive. Meg highlights the significance of Kangaroo Care, where skin-to-skin contact between the mother and baby provides comfort and a sense of security. She also emphasizes the benefits of deep pressure touch through swaddling, as well as the importance of minimizing noise in the NICU environment.

Meg explores the measures Tove took to ensure Nova had her scent nearby, acknowledging the role that familiar scents can play in soothing premature infants. During their conversation, Meg and Tove discuss the concept of non-nutritive sucking, such as using a pacifier or dummy. This technique can help premature babies develop important oral skills and find comfort outside of feeding times.

Tove candidly shares her journey, expressing both her disappointments and victories in caring for her three little ones and being present for each of them as much as possible. In an exciting announcement, Meg reveals that pediatric dietitian Kath Megaw will be joining them for another episode to delve into the topic of the premature feeding journey. Listeners are encouraged to tune in to future episodes for this captivating discussion and much more valuable information. Sense by Meg Faure continues to provide a platform for parents and caregivers to explore various topics related to child development and care.