Ageing Without Children: What Will Happen To Me?
Sitting alone in my garden, I often find myself contemplating the future. The thought of ageing without children—no one to visit, no grandchildren to dote…
What Is Your Happy Place?
I remember the first time I walked into my happy place—it was like taking a deep, cleansing breath after being underwater for too long. The…
Prof Carolyn Mair: “Great Style Starts With You”
There are some women whose backgrounds, styles and grace are so impressive that meeting them is like opening up new horizons. Prof Carolyn Mair is…
Is Face Taping Worth It To Get Rid Of Wrinkles?
Gone are the days of waking up to a flawlessly smooth face, even after a blissful night's sleep. That's the truth about maturing complexions. The…
Ditch the Frump, Embrace the Fab: Why Ageing Isn’t the Problem
Our culture's message on ageing can be pretty downbeat. It seems like the only value we have is flawless skin, which ignores the wisdom and…
Midlife Crushing: A Delicious Distraction (Not Just For Summer)
Remember those heart-pounding days of stolen glances and whispered crushes? It turns out, those butterflies in your stomach aren't exclusive to teenagers. In fact, midlife…
Never Too Late for Adventure: What My First Solo Cruise Taught Me at 50
If you're feeling stuck in a rut or yearning for a fresh start, take it from this 50-year-old solo sailor: it's never too late to…
The Mother-Daughter Makeover: Healing and Rediscovering Each Other in Midlife
We all know the cliché: a strained relationship with your mother in your teenage years. But what happens when those tensions simmer on into midlife?…
What Summer Solstice Means For Midlife Women
The summer solstice, the longest day of the year, is a time of abundance, warmth, and growth. It's also a potent symbol that can hold…
Why Hiding Your Age Does a Disservice to Us All
Let's be honest, the pressure to defy age hits women hard. We spend our youth yearning to be grown-up, then a good chunk of our…
The 6 Must-Have Pieces To Pack For A Sexy Summer Trip
Summer is here and it’s time to prepare for your upcoming holiday getaways. Whether it’s a weekend with your friends or a romantic trip, take…
Beat the Heat: Summer Hair Care Tips for Ageless Beauty
Sun protection has always been a skincare priority for me. I slather on SPF like second nature (especially in midlife), diligently guarding my complexions against…
Eat Right, Feel Great: The Best Foods to Manage Menopause Symptoms
Menopause. The very word can conjure up hot flashes, night sweats, and a general feeling of, well, being a little out of sorts. But what…
Late Bloomers: The Inspiring Movie On Intergenerational Friendships
They say opposites attract, but have you ever considered the beauty of friendships that defy age gaps? Across the park bench or the checkout line,…
The Best Video Games from the 80s to Rediscover This Summer
Let's face it, life after 50 can sometimes feel like a side-scrolling platformer: repetitive, with occasional pits of frustration. But lately, I've discovered a surprising…
5 Books to Spice Up Your Summer 2024
Summer sighs with the promise of long, lazy days and evenings spent curled up with a good book. But for women in midlife, that perfect…
Quick Exercise Snacks: Effective Fitness Routine for Busy Midlife Women
As midlife women, we juggle a lot, and even though we know how important it is to practise sports, fitting in a full gym session…
Where Are All the Wonder Women? My Quest for Midlife Role Models
Have you ever noticed how many role models we have as young girls – the astronauts, the pop stars, the fictional heroines who slay dragons…
Why a Crochet Bag is Your Summer’s Must-Have Accessory
For years, my summers revolved around classic leather totes and woven straw bags. But this time, something whimsical caught my eye - a delightful crochet…
10 Things to Let Go For a Happier Midlife
Midlife can be a crossroads. You've built a life, achieved (or maybe not achieved) certain goals, and now you're facing a new chapter. It's natural…