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Welcome to Saffron and Cyrus, a space for women’s health, midlife wellbeing, and balancing family, identity, and change.

I write from lived experience, including what it means to be an endomorph who rarely resembles the polished ideal. Strength, not trends, guides my words.



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Discover benefits of bone broth for convenient protein and health

Motherhood in my 40s has been an adventure of sleepless nights, gym sessions, and a newfound appreciation for convenience. Freja Bone Broth has simplified my self-care routine, offering a hassle-free alternative to traditional Persian bone broth recipes. Wonders of bone…

Everybody dance: don’t sweat, sparkle with Zumba for 2024

As we step into the New Year, I find myself reflecting on a transformative 2023, one filled with a newfound passion for Zumba! It all began on a chilly night after the Covid-19 era, inside a dimly lit marquee that…

Ideas for the perfect Pokémon-themed party

As Little C turned seven, we transformed our local community centre into a Pokémon-themed extravaganza. Originally set on a Mario Bros. party, the shift to Pokémon proved to be a winning decision, creating memories that will last a lifetime! Pokémon…

Explore Legoland Windsor: a family adventure with LEGO magic

If you’ve got a little LEGO lover in the house, there’s a good chance you’ll find yourself at Legoland Windsor at some point. For us, it was practically a pilgrimage. Little C (our resident master builder) has been plotting this…

Little C discovers the Cyrus Cylinder at The British Museum

The first thing I’ll admit: taking a six-year-old to the British Museum is both brilliant and exhausting. By brilliant, I mean Little C got to see the Cyrus Cylinder up close and ask questions that made me actually pause and…

Persian Terms of Endearment for Your Little One

Heartwarming Persian Nicknames for Your Baby Welcoming a new baby into the world is a beautiful experience, and what better way to celebrate than by showering them with uniquely Persian terms of endearment? In Persian culture, affectionate nicknames go beyond…

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 darkness, it sounds lofty in theory. At my house, it’s more accurate to say it’s a marathon…