Have A Merry Stress-Free Christmas

The holiday season is here, but don’t panic! We asked Dr Pixie McKenna how to handle the most stressful festive situations...

Dreaming Of Taking A Year Off?

Two women share the story of how they packed up their routine-centred lives and set out to explore what the world has to offer.

Pamper Your Feet

Put your best foot forward with our tips and tricks for healthier feet and toes

Be A Better Mind Reader

Have you ever wondered what’s going on in someone else’s head? Believe it or not, it’s a skill you can learn, discovers Bonnie Vaughan

Battle The Bulge In 30 Days

Celebrity trainer Chris Richardson helps blitz those bothersome areas of the body in just one month…

Could High Blood Pressure Cause Alzheimer's?

Already responsible for heart attacks and strokes, experts now reveal our brains could also be at risk from hypertension

I've Got New Lungs But I'm Not Cured

An organ transplant has drastically improved the life of Rima Manomaitis, but while she’s in better health today than she has been for years, the operation was not the cure she and her family were hoping for

How To Ask For Help And Get It

‘Help’ doesn’t need to be a four-letter word but there’s a right and wrong way to ask for it

Switch Off & Recharge

If you feel like you’re in a non-stop whirl, why not book some guilt-free timeout for yourself? Here are the best ways to build some chill-out space into your life – after all, you deserve it.

Small Tweaks Big Impact

Follow these quick and easy tips for a healthier, happier you.

Zero-effort Ways To Lose Weight

These sneaky cheats will help you shed unwanted kilos – no diet required

Video Blogging Helped Me Find My Confidence'

Professional make-up artist Marlize Veenhof – better known as YouTube beauty vlogger Kandy Kane – chats to Leigh Hermon about career upgrades, what’s really important in a marriage and becoming a social media star

Is It Ok To Let Your Kids Drink At Home?

Many parents are relaxing the booze rules at home, but is it reasonable or irresponsible to let youngsters have a tipple at the table?

Why Are You So Worried?

The way you manage your day-to-day anxieties can have a big impact on your life. Take our quick quiz to find your worry personality and learn how to live stress-free

'I Don't Believe In Failure'

Actress Amanda du-Pont, 30, on her new Netflix series, doing her own stunt work, and what ‘making it’ means to her

What I've Learnt From My Daughter

As parents we feel that we have a lot to teach, but sometimes it’s the lessons we learn from our children that are the most valuable. Three mothers share what their daughters have taught them…

Questions To Ask Before You Divorce

If you’re thinking of getting divorced, you want to be sure it’s the right decision. Consider these key points to work out whether you’re ready for what comes next.

Mood For Thought

Are your emotions all over the place? These surprising factors may be to blame

'Family Has Always Come First For Me'

Actress and Entrepreneur Jessica Alba Talks About Running Her Billion-dollar Company, the Importance of Family, and Her Latest Role

Embarrassing Sex Questions Answered

Don’t let embarrassment stand in the way of a brilliant sex life – or medical attention you might need. We asked the experts to answer some of the most-asked bedroom questions.

The Secret To Making It? Confidence!

Gina Myers, 31, chats to Julia Bain about making a career out of make-up, her experience of being bullied, and helping women feel beautiful.

Bringing Out The Best In Him...

As Meghan Markle nudged her royal husband Harry towards a healthier lifestyle, so do many women try to improve their partners subconsciously, or otherwise…

Time To Go Wild

If you're in need of a bush break, then look no further than these lodges for a luxurious and tranquil back-to-nature experience.

'I Wasn't Staging A Comeback... I Did This For Me'

Award-winning music artist Tima Reece, 35, talks to Julia Bain about past hurts, love at first sight, and how we all have the ability to change lives

5 New Ways To Pay

So you’ve gone cashless, but would you go cardless, too? These apps have given us new ways to pay for everyday items

Sort & Store Sentimental Items

Can't bare to part with your kids' dog-eared artwork or an inherited trinket? Here are five smart ways for pack rats to calm their clutter

What the Experts Use On Their Teeth

In aid of helping you put your best smile forward we’ve gathered the facts on all things toothy, so you can find out how to get oral-health savvy

4 Money Mistakes We All Make And How To Fix Them

Avoid these financial pitfalls for a wealthier future.

THE PAST YEAR HAS CHANGED ME and I can see how its inspiring my daughter

Candice Abrahams talks to Essentials about celebrating women, planning a wedding in four days, and wearing a bikini on stage after two kids…

How To Fake A Clean House

Last-minute visitors? For a faux-spotless home in minutes follow these easy cheats - just dont open any cupboards afterwards.