Innholdsfortegnelse for 6 June 2016 i Woman's Day

It was an eventful day for the Connolly family when my sisters Mars and Loretta had babies on the same day, only a few hours apart. It’s what I always considered “a Woman’s Day story” but our coincidences need to be bigger than that, such as instant grandma Fiona Smith – whose daughter and son both had twins on the same day, all boys (p12)! And two beautiful tales of triumph over diversity in rural Australia. Take two-year-old Mia from remote NSW, whose parents have travelled thousands of kilometres to get her a prosthesis so she can walk for the first time. The joy on her face is adorable (p18). And the amazing, inspiring Jo Ramsell, a WA breast cancer nurse who has held hands with hundreds of critically unwell…

She’s admired for telling it how it is on The Voice and for being brutally honest – but behind the scenes Jessie J’s straight talking has been getting her into hot water. ‘In her eyes we’re a bunch of hicks with no taste’ According to set insiders, the British pop star has no qualms about telling her lackeys what she wants. And that’s everything, from satisfying her lust for luxury mansion living to having her US-only wardrobe airfreighted into the country. Nothing’s good enough “When it comes to Jessie, the biggest problem every year is sorting out her accommodation,” reveals our source, adding that the 28-year-old insists on nothing but the best for her and her huge entourage of friends and family. “She’s been offered mansion after mansion, boasting some…

It’s like a light has come back on in Ada Nicodemou’s life. The beautiful Home and Away star has a spring in her step again, and it’s all thanks to a new romance, with the buzz on set Ada is secretly dating a mystery man. “The cast and crew are reluctant to pry or ask too many questions, but Ada has hinted to a few in her close circle that she has a ‘special friend’ in her life at the moment,” spills an on-set insider, revealing the star has been quietly enjoying her new-found freedom, after the split from husband Chrys Xipolitas in November last year. One day at a time “Because she’s so fiercely private when it comes to her personal life – and also because she has her…

Just 15 months after tying the knot in a top-secret ceremony in the Bahamas, Johnny Depp and Amber Heard have announced their plans to divorce, citing “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for their split. According to court documents, Amber, 30, filed the papers on May 23 – three days after Johnny’s mum Betty Sue passed away following a long illness. If recent reports are anything to go by, Johnny and Amber’s separation will be a messy one. Rumour has it the pair, who began dating in 2012, do not have a pre-nup. And Amber is said to be seeking spousal support from the Pirates of the Caribbean star, who has an estimated fortune of a staggering $550 million! The news comes just months after Amber escaped conviction for failing to…

Former Home and Away hunk Dan Ewing and his wife Marni have reportedly decided to go their separate ways. The couple, who married in 2012, have had a famously fraught relationship. Now, with 32-year-old Marni removing her wedding ring, it seems things are over for the parents of two-year-old Archer. The news comes just two weeks after Dan, 30, shared a heartfelt tribute to Marni for Mother’s Day. “His favourite person and mine. We love you,” he wrote. While Dan and Marni are yet to release a statement, those close to them say they remain on good terms. The couple made headlines in 2011 when Dan was charged with assaulting Marni, then his fiancee.…

‘You need to treat him like an artist and not a bloke’ Tamara Jaber now laughs out loud about her infamous war of words with Kyle Sandilands’ girlfriend Imogen Anthony, which at one point saw Tamara take to social media to declare the couple’s relationship made her want to “vomit”. “I was still hurt and there was still so much crap and emotions there,” she says about the feud, in which Tamara, 33, labelled 25-year-old Imogen a “beautiful, young foetus” after Imogen branded her a “jealous mental” ex two years ago. The beautiful singer, who was with Kyle for a decade from age 19, has finally forgiven him for their marriage woes, and says she still loves him, even though they split more than six years ago. “I will always…

As she snuck out of the gates of her exclusive private school in LA, Suri Cruise anxiously looked over her shoulder before making a call on her iPhone. The exchange was brief, but onlookers say the 10-year-old was deep in conversation with whoever was on the other end. And there’s one person her mum Katie Holmes hopes would not be on the line – her ex and Suri’s dad Tom Cruise. Insiders reveal Tom, 53, has finally reconnected with Suri after allegedly not seeing her for nearly three years. “Suri’s been talking to Tom behind Katie’s back,” a source tells Star magazine. “For Tom it’s been very emotional – he looks forward to her texts” It’s made Suri happier than ever, but they’ve reportedly been keeping their conversations limited because…

‘The cast even go for a cup of tea as an excuse to avoid her bragging’ With her gorgeous smile, endearing dimples and stunning physique, Home and Away’s hottest new recruit Pia Miller should be the toast of Summer Bay. But behind the scenes, the 32-year-old is becoming the talk of the town – for all the wrong reasons. “People don’t like Pia,” reveals a set insider. “At first I couldn’t understand why and thought it might be jealousy because she’s beautiful, but it’s not that. She rubs people up the wrong way. She has one of the smallest acting portfolios on the show, but carries on like she’s a five-time Oscar winner.” Matters aren’t helped by Pia’s obsession with her modelling career. “She throws it in their faces any…

3 HEALTH TOPICS YOU SHOULD discuss with a friend Make a vow with your BFF to keep your health in check – like TV host Sally Obermeder and her sister Maha. And put these topics on the list… 1 YOUR BREASTS Almost 16,000 Aussie women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. “We always remind each other on the first day of every month, ‘Have you done a self-examination? If you haven’t, I’ll check in with you tomorrow,’” says Sally, who fought the disease in 2011. 2 YOUR OVARIES “The big thing is making sure we don’t dismiss symptoms,” says Sally. “We know they’re vague – back pain, going to the bathroom a lot, bloating – nothing out of the ordinary for most women. But when Maha…

Q My husband and I have been trying to conceive for three years, without success. I fell pregnant in 2014, but miscarried. We are currently looking into IVF – do you see us ever having a baby? I’m also dealing with a legal matter. Do you see an outcome? Hopeful An older lady in the spirit world from your mother’s side of the family is nursing the soul of a baby boy in her arms. She tells me that this soul has chosen you both as the perfect parents, and he’s just waiting for the right time to be born into this world. I feel that IVF is a wonderful step closer to the dream of becoming parents, but you must sort out this legal matter first – it’s…

MONEY MONSTER It was the talk of Cannes – and it’s not hard to see why. George Clooney and Julia Roberts lead this heart-pounding thriller about TV host Lee Gates and his producer, Patty, who are put in a life-threatening situation when an irate investor who has lost everything takes over their studio. In the film, directed by Jodie Foster, the pair must work furiously against the clock to resolve the crisis as it unfolds on live TV. Prepare to be on the edge of your seat. In cinemas June 2 HOW TO BE SINGLE This sassy romcom from the screenwriters of He’s Just Not That Into You and Valentine’s Day hits the chick-flick formula bang on the head! Dakota Johnson takes the lead as lovable Alice, who ditches her…

Miranda Kerr stepped out looking puffier than usual, and with a certain familiar glow, in New York last week. Fans quickly began speculating that the loved-up Aussie model could be about to announce she’s expecting. Miranda has often spoken of her desire to give Flynn, her five-year-old son with ex-husband Orlando Bloom, a sibling. And with her relationship with Snapchat billionaire Evan Spiegel, 26, stronger, the timing is ideal. Earlier this month the couple bought a $16.6 million seven-bedroom home in Los Angeles – and it’s significant for more than one reason. Miranda, 33, currently lives opposite Orlando, 39, in a move that “felt better for Flynn”, and insiders say she’d need a good reason to change that. A new baby with her love of one year could be it!…

When Gwen Stefani appeared rounder than usual at the Billboard Music Awards, it sparked pregnancy rumours. Her apparent baby bump made its debut just days after it was revealed she and beau Blake Shelton are having IVF. “Gwen’s been told by fertility doctors that she needs to relax her strict diet and workout regimen as she hopes to become pregnant,” tells an insider. Gwen, 46, and Blake, 39, got together after her split from husband Gavin Rossdale – with whom she has three kids –in August. “This is a big adventure for Gwen and Blake… they’re both ready for whatever the future holds,” adds the source.…

She’s one of the hardest working members of the royal family, dutifully balancing motherhood with her civic responsibilities. It’s rare to see the Duchess of Cambridge let her guard down – aside from the odd occasion when she’s able to indulge her love of sports, she remains stoic. But last week, stunned royal watchers caught a glimpse of Kate’s flirtatious side, when she couldn’t hide her delight at teaming up with a handsome sailor for some onboard fun. Kate, 34, giggled like a giddy schoolgirl and shared lots of jokes with 39-year-old yachtsman Sir Ben Ainslie, who looked to be equally enamoured with the beautiful royal. ‘Flirty, fun guy’ Onlookers in Portsmouth, UK, were shocked to see the Olympic gold medallist gently put his hand on the duchess’s face as…

She’s admitted that she struggled with her weight in the past, but it looks like Ricki-Lee Coulter has finally given up counting kilojoules and is taking a more relaxed approach to food. The Aussie singer, 30, has temporarily relocated to LA with her hubby of one year, personal trainer Richard Harrison, and she’s making the most of the OTT treats the US has to offer. From burgers and ribs to huge bowls of pasta, Ricki-Lee is letting loose and enjoying every bite! ‘Food porn’ odyssey “Ricki has always been very health conscious, and she has to watch what she eats and exercise regularly to stay in tip-top shape,” an insider tells Woman’s Day exclusively. “But she also loves food, and she has relaxed her regimen.” Ricki’s been documenting her US…

He announced he was leaving Home and Away last month and moving on to “bigger and better” things, but rumour has it there’s more to Johnny Ruffo’s departure from the soap than he’s letting on. According to on-set insiders, the singer-turned-actor, known for playing Chris Harrington, was left dumbfounded when producers decided to write him out of future storylines. “It wasn’t Johnny’s decision to leave, it was the network’s,” our source reveals. “He’s telling everyone that he wanted a new challenge after four years, but everyone knows he’s leaving because Seven want to part ways with him.” The news comes just months after the28-year-old former X Factor finalist, who has since landed a role on Nine’s new telemovie The House of Bond, was disqualified from driving for two years and…

PUMPKIN & EGGPLANT MASSAMAN CURRY SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS COOK 20 MINS PER SERVE 2627kJ COST • 2 tbsp vegetable oil• cup massaman curry paste• 500g butternut pumpkin, peeled, chunks• 1 eggplant, cut into chunks• 500g potatoes, peeled, halved• 6 whole eschalots, peeled• 2cm piece peeled, sliced ginger• 6 cardamom pods• 1 cinnamon stick• 400ml light coconut milk• 1 cup vegetable stock• 100g green beans, trimmed• 250g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved• 1 tbsp fish sauce• 1 tbsp tamarind puree• ½ cup peanuts, roughly chopped• pappadums, cooked brown rice, cucumber and red onion salad, to serve 1 In a large heavy-based saucepan, heat oil on medium. Add curry paste and cook, stirring, 1-2 minutes until fragrant. 2 Increase heat to high. Add pumpkin, eggplant, potatoes, eschalot, ginger and spices. Cook 2 minutes. Stir in coconut milk and stock. Bring to boil. Simmer 15 minutes until vegetables are…

SMOKED LIME & VANILLA FROZEN NOUGAT WITH BEETROOT CARAMEL & LIME CRUMB SERVES 8 PREP 40 MINS + FREEZING COOK 20 MINS • ¾ cup cream • 1 vanilla pod, seeds scraped • 3 egg whites • ¾ cup (190g) caster sugar • grated zest 1 lime • 1 tbsp lime juice • pinch fine hickory wood chips, for smoking BEETROOT CARAMEL • 3 whole candy beetroots, peeled • ¾ cup water • ½ cup (120g) caster sugar • 1½ tbsp cream, warmed LIME CRUMB • cup (100g) plain flour • 50g butter, melted • ¼ cup (50g) caster sugar • 1 lime, juice, zested rind, plus extra, for garnish • pinch salt 1 Preheat oven to moderately hot, 190°C. Line an oven tray with baking paper. 2 SMOKED LIME…

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As every pet owner knows, chocolate is a no-go zone for our furry friends. As a result, a huge number of after-hours vet visits are caused by a cheeky cat or dog who’s sneaked a taste of the sweet stuff. But here’s the thing, while chocolate should never, ever be given as a treat, one piece won’t kill your pet – so it might be time to stop pressing the panic button. While there are individual variations between animals, the amount of chocolate your pet would need to down to experience problems is usually surprisingly high. • For a 35kg dog (labrador size), it’s 1.4kg milk chocolate or 7 regular blocks. • For a 20kg dog (staffy size), it’s 850g milk chocolate or 4 regular blocks. • For a 5kg…

AMANDA SAYS Lola tells me that she’s very spoilt and has been with Trish and her family since she took her first breath, and was even bottle-fed by Trish. Lola has a very pushy and bossy personality and is always trying to get back in the house. She calls out to Trish when she sees her and tells me she tried to get in through the laundry door a few days before the reading. Lola is bossy with her human siblings, especially her little human brother, but she loves him. She tells me she also has a little sheep brother who she cares very little about. Lola tells me there are two dogs living with her and that she’s afraid of one. Sam the dog has been with her since…

‘I have a sick compulsion to do things that scare me’ He’s better known for playing a handsome doctor on Love Child, but Jonathan LaPaglia has ditched his stethoscope to play host of Ten’s hotly anticipated series Australian Survivor, due to hit screens in a matter of months. With filming of the show already well underway, Woman’s Day had the tough job of catching up with Jonathan, the cast and the crew in beautiful Samoa – and the trip didn’t disappoint! “I’m a huge fan of the show, so when they approached me I was very honoured, though I was a little overwhelmed at the thought of hosting ” says the 46-year-old. “I have a sick compulsion to do things that scare me a little bit, so it seemed like…

Brett Carter is proof that it’s never too late to find love. After a bitter separation from his wife four years ago, the airline captain questioned whether he would ever find his soulmate. “Basically I stuffed up my first marriage,” admits the 43-year-old MasterChef contestant, who shares two girls, Jamie and Dylan, with his ex. “I’m not afraid to take ownership of it. There were a lot of errors towards the end of our relationship.” But love can come when you least expect it – and that was certainly the case for the Hong Kong-based foodie, who met his new girlfriend Lisa Worrall three years ago. “I’m very happy,” gushes Brett, who has spent most of his life flying across the open skies. “We are so close and, to be…

‘Don’t hate me cos you ain’t me!’ Amy has a message for the haters: if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing! The 34-year-old made it clear she won’t tolerate body shamers after pictures emerged of her frolicking in Hawaii with boyfriend Ben Hanisch, 29. “This is how I look,” she declared on Instagram. “I feel happy. I think I look strong and healthy and also like Miss Trunchbull from Matilda. Kisses!” Kylie, is that you? We all need a freshen up once in a while – but Kylie was almost unrecognisable at a bash in Rho, Italy. Sporting a dramatic new hair colour, pale foundation and red lippie, the 48-year-old caused onlookers to do a double take! Maria’s young er man Age ain’t nothing but a number –…

‘Victoria can’t believe she’s going to be a mother of six!’ When David Beckham’s best mate Gordon Ramsay announced that he and his wife Tana are expecting their fifth child together, fans wondered how Becks would feel. Doting dad David, 41, regularly waxes lyrical about the joys of fatherhood and has said he’d love a fifth child with wife Victoria. “The Beckhams were some of the first people Gordon and Tana told ” a source tells. “They’ve known for five weeks, and Gordon’s been bragging non-stop about how he’ll soon have enough for his five-aside football team.” Now, it seems Gordon’s taunts have roused David’s competitive side. A source close to the former football star and his wife has revealed exclusively to Woman’s Day that he and Victoria have chosen…

It’s her playful giggle that draws you in. It rings out across the park in Wagga Wagga, NSW, causing all within earshot to smile instantly. Then she comes into view, a little girl smiling beneath her shock of Shirley Temple curls, striding proudly ahead of her mum and dad. She’s a headstrong kid, with very firm ideas about what she wants to do and where she wants to go. But this is no ordinary toddler taking a stroll. Two-year-old Mia Stewart was born with the rare condition proximal femoral focal deficiency (PFFD), which affects just one in 200,000 children. It means her left leg is two-thirds shorter than her right due to an underdeveloped femur. One step at a time “Seeing her walk independently is a miracle , proud mum…

Three weeks after her fiance Luke Hunt was released from jail, model Samantha Harris may have another reason to smile. Out in Sydney the pair, who’ve been engaged since 2010, were both wearing gold bands – fuelling reports they’ve secretly married. Sam’s rep wouldn’t comment but it hasn’t stopped fans speculating. “Looks like a wedding ring to me,” one shared on social media. Luke spent two years behind bars after causing the death of a man by dangerous driving. Sam, who was a passenger at the time, admits it hasn’t been easy. “It’s a bittersweet situation,” says the 25-year-old. “You know, I’m happy – but it’s a tragic thing that’s happened. We’re making the best of a bad situation. I’m still completely and madly in love.”…

‘Jo listens to my fears, then wipes away my tears. I’d be lost without her’ Jo Ramsell is a woman on a mission. Armed with a “get on with it” attitude she credits to her country upbringing, the committed nurse devotes her life to tackling breast cancer in her remote hometown of Esperance, on the south coast of WA. Her work would be important anywhere – but it’s particularly crucial in Esperance where, like many rural and regional areas in Australia, people diagnosed with cancer have lower survival rates than those in major cities. “I don’t always recognise the name when someone new gets diagnosed, but often I do, and it makes me very sad – especially if the cancer has metastasised, or spread,” says Jo, 39, who’s been a…

‘Beyonce is a mum but she’s not called mumsy!’ She was named one of the best-dressed stars on the Logies red carpet, and it’s easy to see why. Rocking a chic cutaway Carla Zampatti gown with criss-cross detail on the chest, Melissa Doyle looked a million bucks. But it wasn’t just her slender frame and youthful glow that made everyone sit up and take notice. Red-hot mama Once known for her “mumsy” fashion sense, the Sunday Night host’s style evolution proves you’re never too old to bring sexy back. “I am a mother. I have two children. It doesn’t mean I can’t rock a pair of high heels as well as any other chick out there, and enjoy life,” says the 46-year-old, who has dropped 10 kilos since leaving Sunrise…

Ryan Gosling is one of the most lusted-after stars on the planet. But as far as he’s concerned, only three ladies matter – his partner Eva Mendes, daughter Esmeralda, 20 months, and her new sister Amada, four weeks. “It’s heaven,” Ryan says of life with his three special girls. “It’s like walking through a field of flowers every day. I live with angels.” Ryan, 35, and Eva, 42, kept their second pregnancy a secret until after Amada was born on April 29. But while the couple are notoriously private, the actor has opened up about their new family life in this exclusive interview with Woman’s Day. Fittingly, Ryan is currently starring with Aussie Russell Crowe in the hit new comedy The Nice Guys. It seems he really is the nicest…

3 Tasty toast updates! Forget avocado and Vegemite – try these fancy and filling new options instead 1 HAM, ZUCCHINI & PESTO Slice 1 zucchini into thin strips with a vegetable peeler. Toast 1 handful pine kernels in a frying pan over a low heat for 5 minutes. Spread 4 slices bread with 1 tbsp basil pesto. Top with 2 slices ham and strips of zucchini, then the toasted pine kernels. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper before serving. 2 GOAT’S CHEESE, PISTACHIO & BLUEBERRY Mix together 150g fresh goat’s cheese, 1 tsp pistachio paste and 1 tbsp honey. Spread over 4 slices multigrain bread. Cut 1 small matured goat’s cheese into 12 portions and place three on each slice of bread. Chop 1 handful shelled…

Q. HOW CAN I MINIMISE STRETCH MARKS? Aneta, 28, WA A. My favourite product to prevent and help with the colour of stretch marks is Rosehip oil. Try Trilogy Organic Rosehip Oil which is extremely nourishing and full of antioxidants. The active ingredients support skin texture, prevent discolouration and reduce wrinkles. KELLIE, BEAUTY ADVISOR, QLD TRILOGY Organic Rosehip Oil, 20mL, $19.99 Q. ARE EYE CREAMS SPECIFIC TO AGE GROUPS? Kerry Anne, 46, VIC A. Not at all! The eye area is the first place to show signs of ageing, so it is the first zone we should all take care of no matter what our age. It’s never too early or late to start looking after your skin, just make sure to use the right ingredients targeted for your age…

You don’t need to be slim or super-flexible to try yoga. Women of all shapes, sizes and fitness levels can reap the body and mind-boosting benefits. “I didn’t think I had the right body shape to teach yoga, but turning 40 gave me confidence to pursue it” says Sarah Harry, yogi, psychotherapist and Special K #OwnIt ambassador. Sarah loves to share her passion – and you don’t need to join a class or even leave your home to try her poses… Pose 1 SUPPORTED WILD T HING BENEFITS: Improves balance, helps with lower back pain and boosts lower back strength. • Starting on all fours, stretch out your right leg behind your left foot, positioning your right foot parallel to the short end of the mat. • Find your balance…

Gemini MAY 22 – JUN 21 Hello, birthday girl! Invitations might be rolling in thick and fast, but unless you slow down a series of midweek mix-ups could take the gloss off things, particularly at work. Adding to the whirlwind, friends from out of town may come knocking, so keep the drinks cabinet stocked. Cancer JUN 22 – JUL 23 No one treasures the past quite like you, but if you’ve had a heavy workload lately, a little decluttering is in order. Offload some outside commitments as well, then start looking into courses or workshops. As you pursue a long-held interest, an old friend might even join you. Leo JUL 24 – AUG 23 Hearts will be poured out this week but the truth may be elusive. Secrets are swirling…

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