Natural Remedies for Babies: What Parents Need to Know S9 | Ep 233

What does “natural” really mean when it comes to your baby’s health?

In this episode of The Sense by Meg Faure, Meg chats to Michele Carelse, clinical psychologist turned entrepreneur and founder of Feelgood Health. Michele shares how a growing need for natural health alternatives in her psychology practice inspired her to develop her own remedies, eventually building a business with more than 350 products for the whole family.

Together, they explore what parents should know about choosing natural products, supporting babies through common ailments and sleep challenges, and navigating the growing natural health market.

Michele also opens up about the realities of motherhood and entrepreneurship, the importance of self-care and the lessons she has learnt over 25 years in business.

Whether you're a parent looking for more informed ways to approach your little one's wellbeing or an aspiring entrepreneur with an idea you can't let go of, this conversation offers plenty to think about.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN

• How Michele went from clinical psychologist to founder of a growing natural health business.
• Why her first remedies focused on concentration, ADHD and hyperactivity in children.
• What the word “natural” really means and why natural doesn't automatically mean safe or effective.
• What parents should consider when reading product labels and choosing natural health products for their families.
• Why babies need particular care when it comes to essential oils and herbal remedies.
• How natural remedies fit into a broader approach to baby sleep, including routines, sleep hygiene and helping babies feel safe and comfortable.
• What Michele's experience has taught her about juggling motherhood, family life and entrepreneurship.
• Why being a “good enough” parent matters more than striving for perfection.
• The entrepreneurial lessons of persistence, consistency, curiosity and being willing to reinvent yourself.
• What's next for Feelgood Health as Michele looks to expand its reach in South Africa and internationally.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Welcome: Natural health, parenting and entrepreneurship

00:42 From clinical psychologist to natural health entrepreneur

04:47 Michele's first remedies for concentration and hyperactivity

06:10 Growing Feelgood Health into a family-focused brand

07:30 Building a business while raising children

10:05 What does “natural” really mean?

14:47 Choosing natural products for babies safely

17:42 When natural remedies aren't enough: trusting your instincts and seeking medical advice

19:23 Baby sleep: a holistic approach to settling and bedtime routines

23:47 Understanding Du-Du Drops and age-specific formulations

26:09 What parents should look for on product labels

29:36 Lessons from 25 years of entrepreneurship

32:30 What's next for Feelgood Health?

34:15 Closing thoughts

ABOUT THE GUEST

Michele Carelse | Founder of Feelgood Health

Michele Carelse is the founder of Feelgood Health, a natural health brand that grew out of her clinical psychology experience working with patients seeking alternatives to conventional approaches.

Explore Feel Good Health to discover their natural health product range and learn more about the brand.

Shop now | Instagram |  [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/FeelgoodHealthSA )

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