Best for Baby | Expert Baby Advice & Support for Overwhelmed Mums
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.
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* 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?
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Best for Baby | Expert Baby Advice & Support for Overwhelmed Mums
MS3: E2: Three Common Mistakes That Make Flat Head Syndrome Worse (And What to Do Instead)
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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 while supporting healthy movement and development. She also gives an update on a real patient whose head-turning preference has already improved significantly after just one week of physiotherapy.
You'll learn why tummy time alone isn't enough, how to safely encourage better head positioning, and why certain baby equipment may be slowing your baby's progress.
In this episode you'll learn:
✔️ Why tummy time isn't the only solution for flat head syndrome
✔️ The biggest positioning mistakes parents make
✔️ How to encourage your baby to turn their head naturally
✔️ Safe ways to reduce pressure on your baby's flat spot
✔️ Tips for making tummy time easier and more enjoyable
✔️ Why constantly repositioning your baby's head can be counterproductive
✔️ How supervised daytime naps may help reduce pressure on the flattened area
✔️ Which baby equipment contributes most to flat head syndrome
✔️ When helmet therapy may become necessary
✔️ Simple changes you can make today to support your baby's head shape
If you're feeling overwhelmed or unsure whether you're doing the right things, this episode will help you feel more confident with practical advice you can start using straight away.
Resources mentioned:
Download the Baby Flat Head Fix Booklet (use code PODCAST for 50% off)
Explore the Complete Baby Flat Head Syndrome Solution (Online Course)
Listen to Episode 1 of the Baby Head Shape Mini-Series
If you're worried about your baby's head shape, remember that early action, consistent positioning, and the right guidance can make a significant difference.
Subscribe to The Best for Baby Podcast so you don't miss next week's episode, where Lisa explains everything parents need to know about baby helmets when they're recommended, how they work, and whether your baby might need one.
Connect with Lisa here!
For help on:
Baby Flat Head Syndrome (Plagiocephaly and Torticollis), click here!
Positional Talipes (Correctable Club Foot), click here!