Practical Tips for Getting Pregnant Naturally After 40

The Emotional Rollercoaster of Pregnancy Over 40 When you think about pregnancy over 40, “crisis” is often the word that comes to mind, not “happy new mum.” For me, it felt like a midlife crisis – brought on by endless internet searches about health, fertility, and aging eggs. The flood of information left me with more questions than answers. Overcoming the Challenges of Pregnancy Over 40 Before this pregnancy, I was filled with doubts. What if I was infertile? What…

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From Bump To Baby: A New Mum Over 40’s Guide To Positivity

Reasons to Stay Positive Sometimes life throws curve balls at us. There are always reasons to stay positive though despite the odds when we’re feeling low. The one thing to remember is that you’re never alone. Curveballs Of Life We all feel low at times, but what we need right at this moment is a strong dose of positivity in whatever shape or form that takes. Since 2015 had been a year of grieving, healing and trying again following miscarriage,…

The Healing Power of Persian Kachi Pudding for Postpartum Recovery

What is Persian Kachi Pudding? Ah, the joys of new motherhood! While some mums bounce back effortlessly, I found myself struggling with postpartum fatigue. Enter postpartum anemia, partly due to an intense delivery experience. Fortunately, our Persian friends came to the rescue with a time-honored remedy: Persian kachi pudding. Kachi pudding, originating from the southeastern Iranian city of Kerman, is more than just a delicious dessert. This ancient treat, infused with saffron and rosewater, has become a staple across Iran…

Reclaiming Your Post-Baby Body: Postpartum Fitness Tips

Embracing Post-Baby Fitness with Pelvic Floor Exercises Ah, the post-baby body – it’s a topic often discussed in hushed tones among new mums, almost like a secret initiation. As a proud member of the over-40 new mums’ club, stepping on to the postpartum scales felt as daunting as a horror movie marathon. If you’ve read about my six-week check, you know I’m in my fourth decade, navigating a stomach that jiggles like a bowl of abgoosht. And yes, the cheeky…

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