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“Patient care should never be a ‘tick-box’ exercise when it comes to being pregnant in your 40s.” Those were my words because that’s exactly how the journey began for me. It started when my midwife suggested taking Aspirin in pregnancy. At first I was annoyed and, frankly, frightened when the hospital midwife advised that I should consider taking Aspirin from Week 14 until the end of my pregnancy. It alarmed…
Ah, the grand adventure of maternity leave, where dreams of returning to the workforce collided with the unpredictable reality of nursery school dramas. Join me on this rollercoaster ride, where the quest for a nursery spot for my little Cyrus unfolded like a Persian rug with more twists than a Shakespearean tragedy. In the tapestry of motherhood, the topic du jour seems to be the TUC’s analysis, declaring UK maternity…
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…
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…
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…
Midwives play a crucial role in the health of both older mums and babies and it’s thanks to them that there are fewer pre-term births, assisted deliveries and greater satisfaction with care. They support women when they are at their most vulnerable and work tirelessly to ensure thousands of births go without a hitch in the community each year. Midwife Pressure Unfortunately many older women still aren’t getting the care,…
