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• E27: Is Swaddling Safe? Swaddling mistakes that can harm your baby (and the right way to swaddle) 17.07.2026 42Min.

  Is swaddling dangerous? The answer might surprise you. Swaddling has been used for generations to help babies sleep, but not all swaddling is created equal. In this episode, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa Rogers Sergeant explains why some modern swaddling techniques may actually interfere with your baby's movement and development; and how to swaddle safely. You'll learn why babies naturally sleep better when they feel supported, how the Back to Sleep campaign saves lives but also changed i...
• E26: Ten Baby Tips Every Parent Needs | My Best Pregnancy, Birth and Baby Care Hacks 10.07.2026 32Min.

  In this episode, Lisa shares the practical tips that completely changed her own experience of becoming a mum. From easing pregnancy nausea to making the first postpartum poo less frightening, preventing meconium from sticking to your baby's skin, avoiding nappy rash, and creating stress-free nappy changing routines, these are the simple hacks she recommends to every new parent. Whether you're expecting your first baby or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with realistic advice ...
• MS 3: E3: Baby Flat Head: Why Some Babies Improve More than Others (and When to Think About a Helmet) 03.07.2026 27Min.

  If you've been doing everything "right" and your baby's head shape still isn't improving, this episode is for you. In the final episode of our Head Shape Miniseries, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa Rogers Sergeant explains why some babies respond quickly to repositioning and exercises while others need additional support. You'll learn the biggest factors that influence head shape correction including your baby's age, movement patterns, severity of flattening, and even family circumstances; an...
• MS3: E2: Three Common Mistakes That Make Flat Head Syndrome Worse (And What to Do Instead) 26.06.2026 32Min.

  Are you doing everything you can to improve your baby's flat head syndrome but still not seeing the progress you hoped for? In this episode of The Best for Baby Podcast, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa Rogers Sergeant explains the three most common mistakes parents unknowingly make when trying to correct flat head syndrome (plagiocephaly and brachycephaly). Building on last week's episode, Lisa shares practical, evidence-based strategies that help reduce pressure on your baby's flat spot whil...
• MS 3: E 1: Baby Flat Head Syndrome: What Every Parent Needs to Know 19.06.2026 38Min.

  Download my free Flat Head Syndrome Quick Start Guide here! Have you noticed a flat spot on your baby's head? Does your baby always turn their head to one side? Are you worried about plagiocephaly and wondering whether it will correct itself? In this first episode of my Baby Flat Head Syndrome mini-series, I explain exactly what parents need to know about plagiocephaly, brachycephaly, flat spots, head-turning preferences and baby head shape correction. As a paediatric physiotherapist with ove...
• E25: 5 Modern day threats to your baby's health and development 12.06.2026 40Min.

  From Toxins and Poor Nutrition to Screen Time and Microplastics we are hard-up to keep our babies healthy and safe these days!! Join Lisa as she goes through what to believe (and what to do about ) this minefield of baby health topics. Today's episode explores five modern parenting habits that may be affecting your baby's physical, cognitive and long-term health, often without us even realising it. Lisa shares practical insights to help parents make informed decisions without guilt or overwhe...
• E 24: Why New Mums Need More Postnatal Support: Postnatal Anxiety, Boundaries and Finding your Village with Postnatal Doula, Jade Harkness 05.06.2026 41Min.

  What happens after the midwives leave and the reality of motherhood begins? As new mums, we have all been through those moments where you feel isolated, unheard and unseen. You are "happy" to put your needs second (or third, or fourth...) as long as your baby is well. This isn't always the best way, but how do we create an environment where mum can thrive as well as the new baby, despite the sleepless nights and overwhelm. In this episode of the Best for Baby Podcast, Lisa is joined by postna...
• E 23: Microplastics & Babies: 5 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Baby’s Exposure 22.05.2026 29Min.

  Are babies really more exposed to microplastics than adults? In this eye-opening episode of the Best for Baby Podcast, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa Rogers Sergeant explores the growing concern around microplastics in babies’ environments and what parents can realistically do to reduce exposure without stress, guilt, or perfectionism. From baby bottles and food pouches to clothing, toys, nursery dust, car seats, and feeding equipment, Lisa shares the biggest hidden sources of microplastics ...
• E 22: Tummy Time & Supervised Tummy Naps: What’s Actually Safe for Babies? 15.05.2026 45Min.

  Confused about tummy time? Worried about tummy naps after scary headlines or conflicting advice online? In this episode of the Best for Baby Podcast, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa Rogers Sergeant explains what tummy time actually is, why it matters for your baby’s development, and how supervised daytime tummy naps may fit safely into your routine. After recent conversations around infant sleep safety, many parents feel frightened and unsure about what’s safe, especially when it comes to new...
• E 21: Struggling with Breastfeeding? Latch, Milk Supply and Newborn Feeding Explained 01.05.2026 1Std. 1Min.

  Breastfeeding is often described as “natural”—but for many mums, it’s anything but easy. In this episode, I’m joined by lactation consultant and paediatric nurse Michelle Kuteyi of the Baby Care Consultancy, who shares clear, practical strategies to help you feel confident feeding your baby, whether you’re breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or combining both. We cover everything from painful latch and low milk supply to cluster feeding and newborn feeding cues, with simple explanations that will ...
• E20: Doulas, Home Births and Hospital Births: How Doulas Support Calm, Confident Births 24.04.2026 1Std. 1Min.

  In this episode of the Best For Baby Podcast, I’m joined by experienced doula Emma Inglefield, founder of By Your Side Doula, to explore how doulas can completely transform your pregnancy, birth, and postnatal experience. If you’ve ever felt anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure about childbirth, this conversation will open your eyes to what’s truly possible. Emma shares what a doula actually does, how to prepare for a calm and confident birth and the powerful role of mindset, environment, and supp...
• E19: Tongue Ties, Breastfeeding and C-Section Scars: How Osteopathy can Help Mums and Babies, with Stephanie James 16.04.2026 54Min.

  Worried about tongue tie, breastfeeding struggles, tummy time, or your baby’s head shape? Learn practical, expert advice from an osteopath on how to support your baby’s development and your recovery after birth. In this episode, Lisa is joined by Stephanie James, founder of The Osteoperformance Clinic in London. Stephanie explains how the body is deeply interconnected and why gentle, hands-on therapy can make a powerful difference for both babies and mothers. This episode focuses on the physi...
• E18 c: Hypermobility in Babies and Children (Part 3): Growing Pains, Clumsy Children, Flat Feet and Fatigue. 25.03.2026 34Min.

  In this final episode of our hypermobility mini-series, we’re talking about what happens after your hypermobile child starts walking. Many parents think hypermobility is something babies “grow out of”, but this episode explains why symptoms often become more obvious once children start nursery or school. If your child trips a lot, complains of leg pain at night, struggles with coordination, or seems constantly tired, this episode is for you. I’m sharing the most common reasons children in thi...
• E18 b: Hypermobility in Babies and Children (Part 2): Toe Walking, Delayed Walking, Sensory Issues & What Parents Can Do 20.03.2026 32Min.

  Is your baby not standing yet? Refusing to put their feet down? Walking on their toes? Or just feeling very floppy compared to other babies? In this episode of the Best For Baby Podcast, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa continues the hypermobility series and explains what happens next as hypermobile babies get older and why many of them struggle with standing, walking, trips and falls. If you listened to last week’s episode, this is the next step. And if you’re currently worried that you...
• E18: W-Sitting, Not Crawling or Delayed Sitting: Hypermobility (Double Jointed Babies) - the common cause of Developmental Delay 13.03.2026 35Min.

  Is your baby unusually flexible or “double-jointed”? Maybe their legs flop out like a frog when lying down… Maybe they struggle with tummy time… Or perhaps they’re not rolling, sitting or crawling yet and you’re starting to worry. In this episode of the Best For Baby Podcast, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa explains hypermobility in babies: what it is, why it happens, and how it can affect your baby’s development in the first year of life. Many parents notice their baby is bendy or slightly d...
• E 17b : Choking; Baby-led Weaning vs Purees; and Sleep Training: What Every Parent should Know 06.03.2026 35Min.

  Starting solids, baby sleep, choking risks and sleep training are some of the most debated topics in parenting, and the amount of conflicting advice online can leave parents feeling anxious and overwhelmed. In this episode of the Best for Baby Podcast, Lisa continues her conversation with physician Dr. Kaliley Buller, who is passionate about helping parents understand what is actually normal in the early months with a baby. We talk about the truth behind baby-led weaning vs purees, what paren...
• E 17: Constipation, Fever in Babies, Head Bumps, Vomiting and Diarrhoea: When to take your baby to A and E 27.02.2026 35Min.

  Part 1 with Dr Kailey Buller, Emergency Physician, Labour and Delivery Doctor. Today’s episode might genuinely be one of the most important conversations we’ve ever had on The Best For Baby Podcast. If you’ve ever sat awake at night wondering… Is this normal? Should I take my baby to A&E? Am I overreacting — or missing something serious? …then this episode is for you. I’m joined by emergency physician, family doctor, labour and delivery specialist — and mum, Dr. Kailey Buller, who spend...
• E16: Is It Graves' Disease, Postpartum Thyroiditis… or Just Life With a Baby? Could your racing heart and anxiety be the result of a hidden thyroid disorder? 19.02.2026 32Min.

  Is it anxiety… exhaustion… or something more? In this deeply personal episode, Lisa shares her shocking diagnosis of Graves' disease, an autoimmune condition that causes an overactive thyroid, and explains why it’s so often missed in new mums. Thyroid conditions, including postpartum thyroiditis, are surprisingly common in the first year after having a baby. Yet many symptoms are dismissed as “normal mum life.” Racing heart. Anxiety. Insomnia. Weight loss. Irritability. Sweating. Weakness. So...
• E15: Why So Many Babies Are Falling Behind in Early Development (And How to Help Yours Thrive!) 12.02.2026 28Min.

  In this episode of The Best For Baby Podcast, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa Rogers Sergeant explores the real reasons so many neurotypical babies are struggling with early development – even without any medical diagnosis. From tummy time fears to modern baby equipment, we dive into how everyday parenting practices may unintentionally impact milestones like rolling, sitting, crawling and walking. You’ll learn: Why the “Back to Sleep” campaign, while life-saving, has created a fear of tummy t...
• E14: Why I Do What I Do: A Paediatric Physiotherapist’s Journey Into Baby Development, Bonding, Tummy Time, and the Power of Touch. 19.12.2025 27Min.

  In this end-of-year episode of the Best For Baby Podcast, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa shares her personal journey and explains how to support baby development naturally through connection, positioning, and parent-led care. This episode explores Lisa’s path from training in South Africa to working in intensive care and private hospitals in London, and how these experiences shaped her approach to early intervention for babies and baby physiotherapy in the first year of life. You’ll hear pow...