Why Persian sefidab is my unexpected beauty obsession as a new mum over 40

As a new mum over 40, I’m obsessed with everything and anything that will help with my daily beauty routine. That means a) Get rid of my lines and wrinkles and b) Stop the kids calling me “grandma” in future in the playground.

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My weekly ritual

If you’d told me a year ago that I’d be smuggling powdered animal fat across continents, I’d have laughed. Yet here I am, a new mum over 40, utterly obsessed with sefidab (or Rooshoor, if you want to sound fancy), the Persian exfoliator that has become my weekly ritual for keeping my skin, eyes, and hands from looking like I wrestled a toddler for 12 hours straight.

Read more about my full sefidab ritual →

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Mum Over 40: blogging on a budget guide

When you haven’t got a big budget, there are times you just have to improvise. Here are some steps to becoming a blogger-in-chief.

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Breastfeeding at 40: tips, challenges, and confidence for older mums

Check out my story about breastfeeding as a new mum over 40.

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Family-friendly restaurants Gateshead: enjoying a relaxed lunch with toddlers at The Imperial

Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post and just my personal experience with The Imperial Restaurant. Your meal, service, or toddler’s reaction may differ. Always check the menu, prices, and opening hours before heading out. Family-friendly restaurants Gateshead: a Persian twist…

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Return to work after 40: chocolate, Easter eggs and easing back after maternity leave

Today I’m having my first unofficial Return To Work day as a new mum over 40 and it’s not because the office is closing at 2pm and they’re all off to the pub.

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The guilt trip: returning to work after maternity leave

Emotional whiplash of maternity leave No one prepares you for the emotional whiplash of maternity leave. You step away from the working world, believing you’ll re-enter it after a short pause, yet when you return, the landscape feels entirely different,…

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Molar pregnancy in women over 40: one reader’s personal story and guidance

Disclaimer: This is a guest post from a reader sharing her personal experience. She wishes to remain anonymous. The story is intended to provide insight into molar pregnancy and should not replace professional medical advice. Understanding molar pregnancy: one woman’s…

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