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This go-to podcast for new parents offers expert advice, practical tips, and thoughtful discussions about all things baby-related!
New parents will be armed and ready to tackle any niggling or overwhelming concerns they may have about their babies.
Hosted by a paediatric physiotherapist (and mum!) with more than 20 years experience working with babies and children, this podcast dives into the unique challenges and joys of caring for newborns and infants.
Have you been googling any of the following?
* How to do tummy time?
* Should I swaddle my newborn?
* How to fix a flat head in babies
* Why won't my baby sleep?
* Reasons for late walking in babies
* What is hypermobility?
Google no more! Whether you're a first time parent or adding to your family, Best for Baby will answer all your baby questions.
With real-life tips, interviews with healthcare professionals and parents, this podcast empowers parents with the knowledge they need to give their baby the best start in life.
Tune in weekly for thoughtful advice and support, tailored to help you navigate your baby's first year with confidence and ease.
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In this episode, Lisa answers one of the most common questions parents ask: Does my baby need to crawl? Lisa also breaks down the real developmental benefits of crawling, why some babies skip it entirely, and when (and if!) you should be concerned. She explains typical crawling patterns, unusual crawling styles, bottom shuffling and bunny hopping, and how these relate to your baby’s muscle tone, sensory processing, coordination and motor planning. You’ll learn: ✨ Why reciprocal cr...
Promoting Confidence, Calm and Independence in Children, without the "Mum Guilt". In this thought-provoking episode, Lisa dives into the Continuum Concept, the influential 1975 book by Jean Liedloff, and explores how its ideas compare to modern parenting. Lisa unpacks what the book gets right, what doesn’t apply to today’s families, and how parents can take gentle, grounding lessons from it without guilt or pressure. Drawing from her own honest reflections (including the mistakes she believes...
In this final episode of the gross motor miniseries, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa walks you through exactly how to support your baby’s physical development between 9 and 12 months. If your baby is rolling, sitting with some balance, pushing up on extended arms, and starting to get mobile on their tummy, this episode gives you the precise activities that help them progress toward crawling, kneeling, pulling to stand, and early cruising. ✨ In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔ Why gross motor pra...
In this episode of the Best for Baby Podcast, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa guides you through her favourite, development-boosting activities for babies aged 6–9 months. This stage is a major turning point where babies begin to roll with purpose, build core strength, explore through movement, and prepare for crawling. Lisa explains exactly what your baby should be able to do before starting these activities; talks you through baby physiotherapy exercises to support rolling, sitting, t...
In today’s episode, Lisa shares physiotherapy-based baby development activities designed specifically for the 3–6 month baby development stage. This episode is packed with simple, practical exercises that support your baby's gross motor skills, tummy time tolerance, rolling, head control, and sitting. Rather than focusing on age alone, Lisa teaches you how to assess your baby’s motor milestones and choose the right activities based on ability, not age. ⭐ What Your Baby Should Be Doing To Star...
Introducing the latest Miniseries that will teach you exactly how to boost your baby's development in their first year of life! In this, the first episode of the miniseries, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa Rogers Sergeant shares simple, science-backed activities to support your baby’s development in the first three months — often called the fourth trimester. Learn how to make tummy time easier, build your baby’s head control safely, and use skin-to-skin contact, side-lying play, gentle stimul...
In this episode of The Best for Baby Podcast, paediatric physiotherapist Lisa shares the top three things every parent and parent-to-be needs to know to help their baby thrive; and to avoid the most common developmental issues she sees in her clinic, like Flat Head Syndrome (Plagiocephaly) and delayed motor milestones. You’ll hear the real-life story of Lucy and her baby girl, whose journey through tongue-tie, head-turning preference, and helmet therapy highlights how easily modern parenting...
In this episode, I’m joined by Kimberley Gallagher from The Feng Shui Flow to explore how feng shui can support families, parents, and children. We discuss how the energy flow in your home can influence your child’s emotions, sleep, and sense of calm, and how small design shifts can create a peaceful, balanced environment for the whole family. Kimberley shares practical feng shui tips for kids’ bedrooms, family spaces, and daily routines to bring more harmony, mindfulness, and wellbeing into...
In this episode, Lisa dives into the beautiful world of baby massage — exploring how this simple, soothing practice can calm your baby, deepen your bond, and even boost development. Drawing on decades of clinical experience and research from developmental psychologist Dr. Tiffany Field, Lisa breaks down the benefits of baby massage, explains how to do infant massage safely, when you can start, and which oils to use (and which to avoid). You’ll discover how baby massage: Helps both baby and pa...
All the weird and not-so-wonderful things parents do and worry about is what today's episode is all about! Becoming a parent means doing (and thinking) things you never imagined! In this light-hearted yet informative episode of The Best for Baby Podcast, paediatric physiotherapist, Lisa shares the funny, relatable (and sometimes worrying) moments all new parents go through. From wondering “What does breastmilk taste like?” to panicking “Is my baby constipated?” and stressing about baby-led we...
This episode could also be called, "Why won't my baby sit up?" or "When should my baby be crawling", or "Should I be worried that my baby isn't yet walking?" If you've been googling any of those sorts of questions, you’re not alone! In this episode Lisa explains what delayed development really means, why it’s so common today, and when parents should (and shouldn’t) be concerned. We’ll cover: The wide range of “typical” development and why milestone charts can be misleadingHow factors like sen...
Is your baby crying and you just don’t know why? In this episode of the Best for Baby Podcast, Lisa dives deep into the many reasons behind baby crying and what parents can do about it. From hunger and discomfort to the witching hour, you’ll discover how to recognise your baby’s cues and respond with confidence. We’ll explore: The differences between tired, hungry, overstimulated and bored babiesWhy some cries are normal communication and others may signal discomfort or illnessThe witching ho...
In this episode Lisa dives into two important topics that every parent should know about: Why barefoot is best for babies and toddlersThe benefits of barefoot time for sensory development, strength, and body awareness.Simple ways to give your baby’s feet the stimulation they need — from massage to playful tapping during nappy changes.How going barefoot helps prepare children for standing, walking, and running with confidence.Understanding positional talipes (positional club foot)What it is, h...
What do you actually need for a new baby??? In this episode, I’m sharing the tried-and-tested baby products I’ve used with my own little one (and with the babies I’ve worked with as a paediatric physiotherapist). These are the items that truly make life easier in those early weeks and months. Inside this episode, you’ll hear: The essentials I recommend to every new parentProducts that genuinely make a difference (and why)A few of my personal favourites that you might not have thought ofHow to...
In this important episode, Lisa tackles one of the most exhausting and emotional challenges for new parents — baby sleep problems. Drawing from her years as a paediatric physiotherapist and her own experience as a mum to a sleep-challenged baby, Lisa breaks down the most common sleep issues parents face and offers practical, evidence-based solutions you can start today. In This Episode, Lisa Covers: ✅ The 4 most common baby sleep problems: Frequent night wakings beyond expected for their ageS...
In this heartfelt episode of our miniseries, The Baby Basics: What No one Tells You, I step away from my paediatric physiotherapy role and speak as a mum. I open up about my personal experience with pre- and postnatal anxiety and depression. I talk about the moments I never expected, the feelings no one warned me about, and the quiet struggles behind the newborn photos. This is an honest conversation inspired by my own journey as well as the many mothers I have worked with who's worries...
Thank you for tuning in to the fourth episode of this miniseries where I give you all the scoop on the stuff that nobody tells you before you have your baby! Today I am talking about Moulded Baby Syndrome, because the issues it can cause are so easy to prevent - if you know how to spot it as soon as your baby is born! I explain exactly what it is, what to look out for and if you are at risk of your baby having it. We will touch on the corrective treatment methods if your baby is a...
Are play gyms good for babies? When can a baby use a bouncer? Are Bumbo seats safe? Are Baby Walkers Safe? Today's episode will answer all of these (and many other) questions! Thank you for listening to the third instalment of this miniseries all about the equipment and "must-haves" for our babies that are currently on the market. Many of them are marketed as promoting aspects of your baby's development, but sadly this is often not the whole truth. I wish I could share this information ...
Welcome back to the second instalment of this miniseries where we look at all the things no one tells you about having a baby. Today's episode is all bout feeding - mostly your newborn baby but we'll also talk about the little known aspects of milk feeds for older babies. Thought about colostrum harvesting? What about microplastics in bottles? Perhaps your thoughts are currently centred on tongue tie or nipple confusion! Listen in and let me clear up the confusion and give you some tips to av...
Episode 1: Baby Bath Time Join me, Lisa Rogers as I go through a number of topics over the coming weeks covering all the common parenting pitfalls in the early days of your baby's life. This series talks you through the stuff no one tells you in books, on courses or even at the hospital! It's the tips and advice I wish I could tell every parent before they have their baby. Kicking off the miniseries is today's episode that will give you all the important information and practical advice you...
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