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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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Why your missed periods might be a sign of RED-S and what …

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. Always consult your GP or a qualified health professional before making significant changes to your diet,…

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

Fifty. Half a century. And I decided the only way to mark my 50th year on this planet was with a little Botox. I’d scoured reviews, found a reputable clinic, and somehow convinced H that I absolutely, desperately needed this…

Why being an endomorph feels harder in autumn and winter – and what …

Why being an endomorph feels harder in autumn and winter As soon as the clocks go back, so does my metabolism. Or at least that’s how it feels when the mornings turn dark and the gym doesn’t have the same…

Why turning 50 means owning every chapter

Turning 50: not a reset, it’s the same mountain Today I turn 50. And it’s not a reset button. It’s the same mountain, just with a clearer view of the climbs. However, before I talk about my 50-in-50 plan again,…

World Menopause Day: hormones, health and the power of a plateful

Saturday marks World Menopause Day This Saturday marks World Menopause Day, and I can’t help but pause and take stock. There’s been plenty of progress. We’ve come a long way from the days when “the change” was muttered about in…

Why I exercise (and what I really want from a fitness instructor)

Why I exercise I don’t care what my instructor looks like. Not one bit. They could have chiselled abs and a bum you could crack walnuts on. It doesn’t matter to me because it’s all just background noise. What I…

Celebrating 50 in Crete: my all-inclusive escape to the Mitsis Royal Mare

Travel made surprisingly easy There’s something about Crete that makes you believe the world might just be slightly kinder. The sun lingers longer, the sea sparkles a shade bluer, and even your complaints feel trivial. Our recent nine-day stay at…