How the Mush app for mums is tackling loneliness and building real friendships

After The Duchess of Cambridge made a heartfelt confession about the “loneliness” of motherhood. Saffron and Cyrus talks to two London mumpreneurs about their new app to help mums connect with each other.

After The Duchess of Cambridge made a heartfelt confession about the “loneliness” of motherhood. Saffron and Cyrus talks to two London mumpreneurs about their new app to help mums connect with each other.

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Unisex nursery ideas: stylish toddler bedroom design and decor tips

Every toddler’s bedroom is full of toys, books, and odds and ends. For Cyrus’s space, I wanted a neutral backdrop so that all these treasures could shine, rather than clash. Forget pale pinks or blues, bright art and accessories are…

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Shir Berenj: Persian rice pudding recipe and family tradition for babies and children

An all-in-the-family approach to baby food Weaning my son Cyrus has been guided by the principle that the food he eats should reflect our family table. Among his favourites are jujeh kebab, discovered during a recent trip to London, and…

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Motherhood over 40: messy, exhausting, and unforgettable

Disclaimer: These are my personal reflections on motherhood over 40. Motherhood over 40: exhausting, but unforgettable The days feel endless, the nights shorter than they should be, and yet every small moment, the smile that spreads across his face, the…

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Persian lullabies and the overlooked art of nap time for mothers over 40

Parenting after 40 is often framed as a test of endurance. Balancing work, household responsibilities, and caring for a young child leaves little room for calm. Yet in our home, my husband and I have discovered a simple routine that…

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Moving house with a newborn: what no one tells you about surviving the first few weeks

Moving house with a newborn is a challenge few prepare for. Balancing recovery, a baby’s needs, and practical tasks can feel overwhelming, as I discovered firsthand. The plan that unraveled We thought we could manage everything at once: a newborn,…

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My forceps delivery at 40: when childbirth left me speechless

The supportive sweat-wiper There’s a certain confidence that comes with giving birth at 40. You tell yourself you’re emotionally seasoned, worldly-wise, and not easily flustered. You’ve written your birth plan with military precision. You’ve read every blog, asked every question,…

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