You may remember how upset I was after my six-week postpartum check-up with the GP and how I vowed to do some exercise to get me out of the ‘obese’ bracket. Now while I wasn’t feeling up to anything overly energetic, given that it was just six weeks after Little C’s birth, I needed something I could do with baby as I didn’t have the luxury of childcare! Exploring My New Base While I’d been exploring my new base I…
So, there we were thinking we could master the art of moving home, having a baby, and managing job changes simultaneously. But but life decided to throw these challenges at us all at once, and let’s just say, we were unprepared for it. Grand Plan Our grand plan to move before Little C’s grand entrance into the world was thwarted by a hold-up in the property chain, leaving us signing important documents with a two-week-old bundle of joy in tow.…
As an older breastfeeding mum, I was on the receiving end of a lot of dietary advice and support from the in-laws in Persia. I knew I needed to consume about 500 extra calories to maintain my health and milk production, but I wasn’t really sure what I should eat for the best. Midlife Breastfeeding The in-laws suggested I try to eat three to four gerdoo (walnuts) and khorma (dates) every morning with my cup of tea. Now this wasn’t…
Today I’m featuring a guest post on miscarriage. It’s from a 41-year-old lady in the North East who wishes to remain anonymous. Reader story: Today I had a miscarriage. I was eight weeks’ pregnant and just had a gut instinct it was going to happen. It was a feeling I just couldn’t shake these past few weeks because my pregnancy symptoms were few and far between. Now I feel numb, emotional, sad, raw even. Flurry Of Emotions I found out…
It’s been a while since I last tapped away at my keyboard, but today I felt compelled to share a little piece of my life – of being a new mum over 40 sans alcohol. Now, before you start envisioning me as some kind of superhero with a cape made of burp cloths, let me set the record straight. I’m just a regular woman who, against all odds, found herself embarking on the motherhood journey at the fabulous age of…
Discover the Delightful Persian Dip: Mast-o-Laboo Recipe and Its Benefits Greetings, beet lovers! Today, I’m introducing Mast-o-Laboo, a Persian beet and yogurt dip. Now I had an insatiable appetite for laboo and baghali beans during Tehran’s winter while pregnant with Little C. Laboo, you ask? Hold on to your kitchen aprons, because we’re about to reveal the mysteries of Persian street food. Persian Street Food On my mission for the laboo of dreams, we stumbled upon THE Grand Bazaar stall…
Persian khoresht-e aloo holds a special place in our family, especially during my pregnancy with Cyrus. This warm and comforting dish, boasting sweet and sour flavours, has not only been a taste sensation, but also a source of health benefits. As I delve into how to make khoresht-e aloo, I’ll also share insights into the ingredients’ fertility-boosting properties and additional health advantages. Cherished Dish in Winter Khoresht-e aloo, a dish cherished most in winter, transcends miles and brings the essence…