Ginger, Squats, Baby Lifts: Back Pain Relief for Mums 40+

Most women suffer from lower back pain in the first few months after having a baby because of increased hormones and I’ll admit I got off lightly in those first few months. It was only as Cyrus became heavier that I noticed the stress he was putting on my back because my abdominal muscles had been stretched, separated, and could not support my upper body as well as before I’d…

Find out how to relieve back pain with a natural ginger remedy.

What is it like to have a Molar pregnancy?

Reader story: Today, I’d like to publish a post on the subject of molar pregnancy. It comes following an email I received from a lady over 40 who has recently experienced it. The lady wishes to remain anonymous, but has agreed to tell her story in case it helps someone else. Please see her story below: I fell pregnant at the beginning of January at 40. It was to be…

Toddler’s Bedroom: From Pink Pandemonium To Elephant Parades

Now any toddler’s bedroom inevitably fills up with toys, books and knick-knacks over time and I wanted Little C’s space to be neutral enough that all those belongings would look sharp. Forget a pale blue or pink colour palette, bright art and accessories add all the pop in my opinion. Below are my tips to create the perfect ‘unisex’ nursery. A Fresh Lick Of Paint To keep things clean, airy…

Super Stay-at-Home Mum: Five Tips for Success

Today on Saffron and Cyrus, we feature top tips from columnist and personal and professional development expert, Claire Adams, on  becoming a super stay-at-home ‘working’ mum.  Ordinary people who do great things have always been our main sources of inspiration. They influence us in a positive way where we gain confidence and faith in ourselves and force us to push the limits and try to do even the things that…

Shir Berenj: A Persian Twist For Weaning Babies

Shir Berenj – a Persian family affair My tactics for weaning young Cyrus has pretty much revolved around trying to feed him as much food as possible that we already eat. Among his firm favourites are jujeh (chicken) kebab, which we discovered on a recent trip to London, and soothing Shir Berenj Irani (Persian rice pudding). The Cultural Significance of Shir Berenj in Persian Cuisine Shir Berenj, also known as…

Review: Pasta And Parenting At Pani’s Cafe In …

About Us: We’re a Persian-inspired family, passionate about exploring diverse cuisines and sharing our delightful food adventures. Pani’s Cafe was set up around 12 years ago by two brothers from Sardinia. It was one of the first Italian style cafes in the city and food is as authentic as you can get without getting on a plane. So when my work colleagues from the PR agency wanted to catch up over a…

40+ With Little C: Laughter, Love and Imperfections

Today, I want to share with you the chaotic, yet incredibly beautiful journey of being a mum over 40, navigating sleepless nights, adorable gummy smiles, and the everyday adventures of raising Little C. The Small Victories As a proud maman in my 40s, I find joy in celebrating the small victories and embracing the imperfections that come with motherhood. It’s a rollercoaster ride filled with moments that make you question…

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