Woman's Weekly

“Both my parents were lucky enough not to have dementia, but it was one of their greatest worries as they grew older. Because we live longer these days, and pneumonia and other ills, which would have carried us off earlier in the past are now often s

The world’s best-known flower show features some extraordinary innovations this year, including an edible skatepark and a wild-flower meadow packed with delicious plants and flowers that boost gut health. There’s also a peaceful sanctuary in the Sue

I’m so impressed by my 85-year-old mum, who made this Jemima-Jane knitted rag doll for me. She suffers with osteoarthritic fingers, and has found that knitting helps keep her hands moving. I love the pastel colours she’s used, and J-J now sits proudl

Actor Anita Dobson rocketed to soap fame thanks to her unforgettable role as Angie Watts in EastEnders, which she played from 1985 to 1998. She’s been a regular face on our screens ever since, most recently popping up as the mysterious Mrs Flood in l

There are more than 50 species of wild orchids growing in the temperate climate of the British Isles. These beguiling beauties are classified as terrestrial, meaning they grow in the ground and take their nourishment from the earth. They have a pref

A unique polish for those who like a touch of metallic. This new glazed formula gives nails a high-shine pearlescent finish, which looks just as good when worn on its own or over your favourite varnish as a top coat. Barry M Glazed Sheer Nail Paint

‘Leveraging existing habits makes it easier to establish new ones,’ says fitness expert Annie-Celeste Taylor*. ‘Integrating simple exercises, like standing on one foot while brushing your teeth or doing lunges on the way to the kitchen, turns mundane

ADVICE FROM OUR WOMAN’S WEEKLY DOCTOR As well as physical symptoms, there are the psychological effects of the menopause to deal with. These include anxiety, fatigue, anger, low mood and depression, insecurity, reduced confidence and increased irri

Q I understand that people are finding it hard to make ends meet with the increase in the cost of living. My hairdresser has asked me if I would pay in cash or transfer money into her personal account. I have said no, as I regard tax evasion as wrong

My daughters talked me into not buying any clothes this year. Correction – they talked me into not buying any new clothes. They told me in January that new clothes are destroying the planet, clogging up washing machines with plastic and encouraging s

The start of hay-fever season is particularly tough for anyone who suffers from it and loves spending time in the garden. The culprit is pollen, particularly the airborne variety that’s easily blown around and ends up in our eyes and noses. While it’

by Fiona McPhillips (£16.99, HB, Transworld) Lou Manson joins Highfield Manor with just one motive. She’s dead set on exposing the dark truths that lurk behind the gates of this elite private school. But Lou’s plan goes awry when she grows close to t

You have 15 minutes to find as many words as possible using the letters in the grid. Each word must contain four or more letters, one of which must be the central square. No proper nouns, plurals or foreign words are allowed. There is one nine-letter

This is a good time to let go of the old. Don’t allow your fears to dominate. You are ready to take on something new, so be brave and forge ahead. Do your best to have a positive attitude in all situations, no matter how challenging they appear. You’

“Mr Dear is seated at the piano. It is a Sunday morning, and he is trying to persuade the listening public ( just me, to be honest) that he is the very model of a modern major general. The listening public is not entirely convinced. ‘I’m very good at