Saffron and Cyrus
MIDLIFE, REAL LIFE, YOUR LIFE – STORIES FOR EVERY WOMAN

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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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Parenting in Midlife
My Top Five: Sustainable children’s gifts for Christmas

My Top Five: Sustainable children’s gifts for Christmas

Are you looking for a toy for Christmas for your pre-schooler that’s eco-friendly, kinder to the environment and less plastic? Here’s a … View Post
Parenting in Midlife
Why Halloween still matters (even if you’re not dressed as a cat)

Why Halloween still matters (even if you’re not dressed as a cat)

Safe Halloween activities for families: how to celebrate and still have fun Discover safe Halloween activities for families. From pumpkin hunts to DIY dé… View Post
Parenting in Midlife
Eco-friendly parenting: inspiring kids to care for nature with stories

Eco-friendly parenting: inspiring kids to care for nature with stories

Eco-friendly parenting: small stories that make a big difference Discover how eco-friendly parenting starts with storytelling and small acts of kindness. From sharks to … View Post
Parenting in Midlife
Review: personalised Christmas stories for children – make your little one the star

Review: personalised Christmas stories for children – make your little one the star

Why personalised Christmas stories for children make the perfect gift There’s something undeniably special about seeing your child’s eyes widen as they … View Post
Persian Culture and Food
Persian Nowruz and freshwater fish: fun and learning for families

Persian Nowruz and freshwater fish: fun and learning for families

This year, our Persian tradition of welcoming a new pet fish for Nowruz coincided with post-lockdown anticipation and the excitement of little C, who … View Post
Midlife Wellness
Can CoQ10 make motherhood easier after 40? A midlife mum’s honest review

Can CoQ10 make motherhood easier after 40? A midlife mum’s honest review

Disclaimer This supplement journey is my personal chronicle. While this post is a collaboration, the opinions and experiences shared here are entirely my own. … View Post
Family Adventures and Travel
The Burgoyne Hotel, Yorkshire: a toddler-friendly gourmet escape (yes, really)

The Burgoyne Hotel, Yorkshire: a toddler-friendly gourmet escape (yes, really)

  Hotel with stunning scenery on doorstep Disclaimer This stay was part of a press collaboration, but all opinions and observations are my own.  … View Post