Hello mamas and welcome back to the Pregnancy with Physio Laura podcast. Today we are kicking off with our second episode in our Newborn Life series, discussing all about the big, wide world of baby sleep. This episode is episode 2 of 5 in this Newborn Life series with the wonderful Jen Butler so if you haven’t listened to episode 1 yet, make sure you go back and have a listen to that as that will help you understand everything we chat about today.

In today’s episode Jen and I chat about why she believes rhythms are more suitable to newborns than strict routines, noticing your babies tired signs, paying attention to awake windows, establishing good morning and night routines and why it’s best to avoid an overtired baby! I also can’t help myself but pipe in and share my best tips that I used to help manage the dreaded witching hour a little better. After 2 kids of my own, I certainly felt an urge to share some personal tips with you all in the hope it might make your life easier!

Now, let’s chat to the incredible Jen Butler about how we can all maintain some sanity in these often sleep-deprived stages of life!