Baby / 23 September, 2025 / Ellie Thompson
Host Ellie Thompson welcomes GP and certified paediatric sleep consultant Francesca Brewer, founder of The Baby Sleep GP, to answer a question every parent asks: why is my baby not sleeping?
Drawing on 15+ years of medical experience, Francesca shares safe sleep guidelines, how to manage baby sleep during illness and after vaccinations, and the medical causes of poor sleep in infants and toddlers. The conversation also explores the impact of sleep deprivation on the mental health of children and parents, with practical steps to build calmer nights and healthier routines.
Dr Francesca is a GP and certified Paediatric Sleep Consultant based in Chelsea. She is the founder of ‘The Baby Sleep GP’ and is passionate about helping families with babies and young children achieve better sleep. As a mother herself, with over 15 years of medical experience, she provides trusted, evidence-based advice and support to families across the UK and worldwide.
For more information or to contact Dr Francesca Brewer, head to thebabysleepgp.com. Follow on Instagram @thebabysleepgp.

This podcast episode was sponsored by BIBS.
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