What inspired me to work in a hospital as well as running And Chillax
Eva explains why straddling working on a maternity ward and her doula work makes her a better support for new parents in South London.
Your Baby Looks Yellow? Here's What's Actually Going On
Jaundice is incredibly common in newborns, but it can feel alarming. Here's what you need to know.
The Loneliness of New Motherhood Nobody Talks About
Feeling alone after having a baby? You're not failing — you're human. Eva's honest take on new mum loneliness.
Sun Safety for Babies Under 6 Months
Heatwave with a tiny baby? Why sunscreen isn't for under-6-months, how to use shade and clothing instead, keeping your newborn cool at home, and the signs of overheating to watch for.
Postnatal vs Postpartum Doula — What's the Difference?
Confused by the terminology? Postnatal vs postpartum doula — same role, different words. An honest explainer from a South London postnatal doula.
Is My Baby Too Hot or Do They Have a Fever?
That 2am worry when your baby feels warm — Eva walks you through how to take their temperature, what the numbers mean, and when to call for help.
Baby choking — exactly what to do
Step-by-step guide to back blows and chest thrusts for infants under 1, with photos.
Infant CPR — step by step
The compression-and-breath technique with depth, rate, and what to do if you're alone.
Hospital bag essentials — the doula's checklist
The 14 things you actually need (and 8 you don't). Tested across hundreds of South London births.
What does a doula actually do?
An honest guide to what doulas are, what we do, and how to know if you'd benefit from one.
Hand, foot and mouth disease — what new parents need to know
Symptoms, what to do at home, when to call the GP, and how long they're contagious.
Febrile seizures — what to do
If your child has a fever and a seizure: the calm, evidence-based parent guide.
Hot water bottle burns — why they're worse than fire
The under-recognised injury that lands more children in A&E than open flames.
Newborn car seats — how long can baby actually sit in one?
The 2-hour rule, why it matters, and what to do on a long drive.
Co-sleeping safely — what the Lullaby Trust really says
The actual UK guidelines, not the panicked headline version.
More posts coming every fortnight.