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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Midlife Wellness
Finally, the NHS will talk about menopause, but will women really be heard?

Finally, the NHS will talk about menopause, but will women really be heard?

Why this change matters I’ve lost count of the number of NHS health checks I’ve dutifully booked, turned up for, and ticked … View Post
Parenting in Midlife
No time for the bedtime story? How modern life is stealing our family moments

No time for the bedtime story? How modern life is stealing our family moments

Collaborative post disclaimer: This article is a collaborative feature written in partnership with Park Christmas Savings, based on insights from the More Time for … View Post
Parenting in Midlife
WhatsApp parent group fatigue: why UK parents are losing patience with “head girl syndrome”

WhatsApp parent group fatigue: why UK parents are losing patience with “head girl syndrome”

Disclaimer: This post features research and expert commentary provided by Park Christmas Savings. Survey conducted in September 2025 among 3,500 UK parents of school-aged children (4–18 years). ‘… View Post
Parenting in Midlife
10 Halloween costumes you can make in just five minutes

10 Halloween costumes you can make in just five minutes

Guest post disclaimer This is a collaborative, unpaid guest post with Playdale, specialists in children’s playground equipment for schools and nurseries. Having trawled … View Post
Fitness and Strength
Why your missed periods might be a sign of RED-S and what nutrition has to do with it

Why your missed periods might be a sign of RED-S and what nutrition has to do with it

Under-fuelling and missed periods: understanding RED-S in active women Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice. … View Post
Real Life Stories
My 50th birthday year Botox disaster and how to avoid the same mistake

My 50th birthday year Botox disaster and how to avoid the same mistake

Fifty. Half a century. And I decided the only way to mark my 50th year on this planet was with a little Botox. I’… View Post
Midlife Wellness
Why being an endomorph feels harder in autumn and winter – and what you can do about it

Why being an endomorph feels harder in autumn and winter – and what you can do about it

Why being an endomorph feels harder in autumn and winter As soon as the clocks go back, so does my metabolism. Or at least … View Post