Saffron & Cyrus

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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Persian Pulse
The emotional milestone of a toddler’s first haircut (and why I didn’t let dad do it)

The emotional milestone of a toddler’s first haircut (and why I didn’t let dad do it)

Here's some tips to keep baby calm during his first haircut. View Post
Real Life Stories
Breastfeeding at 40: tips, challenges, and confidence for older mums

Breastfeeding at 40: tips, challenges, and confidence for older mums

Check out my story about breastfeeding as a new mum over 40. View Post
Family Adventures and Travel
Baby rave in Gateshead: Q festival morning of 80s beats and family fun

Baby rave in Gateshead: Q festival morning of 80s beats and family fun

A morning of 80s beats, bubbles and disco moves Families hunting for a festival where little ones don’t need wellies or noise-cancelling headphones … View Post
Family Adventures and Travel
NE1 Newcastle Motor Show family day out: supercars, stunts and birthday fun

NE1 Newcastle Motor Show family day out: supercars, stunts and birthday fun

NE1 Newcastle Motor Show: the ultimate birthday treat for boys of all ages We took a family day out at the NE1 Motor Show … View Post
Family Adventures and Travel
Family-friendly restaurants Gateshead: enjoying a relaxed lunch with toddlers at The Imperial

Family-friendly restaurants Gateshead: enjoying a relaxed lunch with toddlers at The Imperial

Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post and just my personal experience with The Imperial Restaurant. Your meal, service, or toddler’s reaction may differ. … View Post
Persian Culture and Food
Hafez poetry: exploring Persian culture through ‘Beloved’ by Bloodaxe Books

Hafez poetry: exploring Persian culture through ‘Beloved’ by Bloodaxe Books

Discovering Hafez: a persian poetry journey with Bloodaxe Books There are few things in life that feel as intimate as unwrapping a package and … View Post
Real Life Stories
Guest Blog: Jo Ellis: Kidult Or Elderly Primigravida?

Guest Blog: Jo Ellis: Kidult Or Elderly Primigravida?

Today we’re featuring a guest blog post by Jo Ellis who like many adults is utterly confused about her identity. She is part … View Post