saffronandcyrus

Saffron and Cyrus is a Newcastle-based family lifestyle blog, covering health, wellness, days out, travel, reviews, recipes and more from our family life.
The blog is written by new mum over 40, Saffron, with input from hubby H and son, Little C.

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Shab-e-Yalda traditions and celebrations in Persian culture

Shab-e-Yalda traditions and celebrations in Persian culture

The winter solstice arrived, bringing the longest night of the year and, with it, Shab-e-Yalda. An ancient Persian tradition marking light’s victory over … View Post
Family review: Atrium Prestige Hotel Rhodes, Greece

Family review: Atrium Prestige Hotel Rhodes, Greece

Atrium Prestige, Rhodes If there’s one thing I’ve learned since becoming a midlife mum, it’s that holidays aren’t just about … View Post
Cayenne pepper, Celtic salt, and lemon water shot recipe

Cayenne pepper, Celtic salt, and lemon water shot recipe

We all know that spices can add incredible flavours to our dishes, but did you know they also offer a wealth of health benefits? … View Post
Mirror, mirror: Growing up with body dysmorphia

Mirror, mirror: Growing up with body dysmorphia

I’ve spent most of my life in a complicated truce with the woman staring back at me in the mirror. As I inch … View Post
STEM learning with Geomag: a fun maths adventure for kids

STEM learning with Geomag: a fun maths adventure for kids

Maths and I have a complicated history. Back in school, my maths teacher had a voice that could make “2 + 2” feel like a personal insult. … View Post
Celebrate International Tea Day with the best calming teas

Celebrate International Tea Day with the best calming teas

International Tea Day 2023: why midlife women need tea more than ever Tea. That humble cup of hot liquid comfort that somehow makes perimenopausal brain … View Post
Parenting fails: why the mess is worth it

Parenting fails: why the mess is worth it

Let’s not pretend parenthood is glamorous. It’s not in our household. There’s no serene Instagram shot of me sipping a latte … View Post