Innholdsfortegnelse for 15 February 2016 i Woman's Day

We’ve had three engagements in the Woman’s Day office in the past few months – designer Jess was proposed to on bended knee in the Greek Islands, entertainment director Laura found her ring in a stocking on Christmas Day, and chief sub-editor Claire was mid mountain hike when her beloved popped the question. Now, with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we’re all expecting Cupid’s arrow to strike again… At least, the singles among us can only hope! Whether you’re a believer in Valentine’s Day or not, we’re celebrating love in all its glorious forms this week. From Leo and Kate (p6) and Brad and Ange (p10) to blast-from-the-past weatherman Monte Dwyer (p40) who married his childhood sweetheart 40 years after their first date and the adorable romance of Down…

‘I’m loving being a mum – it feels like this is how my life was meant to be’ Slipping the stump of her right arm into its custom-made fibreglass prosthesis, Melissa Groenewold deftly manoeuvres its hook around a bottle. The 27-year-old then spins her electric wheelchair around and speeds off towards her baby. Little Amelia is waiting for her mum patiently. The four-month-old hasn’t noticed her mum’s missing hands and legs, which makes her just a second or two slower than other mums. “I was never worried about caring for a baby because I have no hands or legs,” says Melissa, who delivered her healthy little girl at 34 weeks. “I was more concerned about the responsibility of looking after a child for life.” Medical emergency When she was 17,…

Is Shane still holding a torch for his ex-fiancee Elizabeth Hurley? In a moment of candour, the cricketing legend all but admitted he was envious of Liz’s relationship with her former boyfriend, British heartthrob Hugh Grant, 55. “It’s hard on a new relationship when you’re really good friends with your exes. Elizabeth was really good friends with Hugh, like a best friend,” Shane explains to his camp mates. “When I used to come back to Australia and she wasn’t leaving London, he’d come and spend a weekend at the house.” While Shane says Liz was adamant she and Hugh were just good mates, jealousy often got the better of him. “And I’m like… what’s that about? Tell him to come round when I’m there.”…

Taut torso Catherine can thank her pers onal chefs for her toned stomach. They prepare healthy meals that follow the Hay Diet, which consists of plenty of fruit, vegies and nuts. Glowing skin The actress credits the firmness of her silky skin to regular doses of argan oil. Loved by celebs, it’s full of antioxidants and vitamin E, and is believed to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, scars and stretch marks. Lean legs Killer calves don’t come easy! Cath has a personal gym – with a ballet barre – and does laps in her home pool. “I don’t have a trainer as I don’t need anyone to motivate me,” she says. Catherine Zeta-Jones had the world in awe of her svelte figure and fresh face at the Dad’s Army premiere…

They were married for 10 years but Gwyneth Paltrow says Chris Martin is more like a sibling these days. “We’re still very much a family, even though we don’t have a romantic relationship,” Gwyn, 43, says of she and Chris, who share daughter Apple, 11, and son Moses, nine. “He’s like my brother. “[Chris] has been away for two weeks [promoting his album]. Last night, he got in at midnight and slept here so he could surprise the kids in the morning, we could all have breakfast and he could take them to school,” she says. “So we’re not living together, but he’s more than welcome to be with us whenever he wants.” The actress says the couple’s children are keen to follow in their parents’ footsteps, just as she…

Rebecca Gibney’s happier than ever, and it’s not just the launch of her highly anticipated new TV show that’s put a spring in her step. Australia’s sweetheart is celebrating 15 incredible years with the man she’s madly in love with, her husband and fellow producer Richard Bell. “He’s my absolute best friend. I know he has my back and always will ” she says of the man she married in 2001, the father of their 11-year-old son Zac. “He’s my rock. He’s my calm sea. He’s my mountain. He’s everything,” she says. On the same page The pair aren’t just partners in life but also in work, running a production company together and co-producing their new show Wanted, in which Rebecca stars. While the pressure of living and working together…

Nicole Kidman and her husband Keith Urban have put on a united front in their first public appearance since reports surfaced last week that Keith might have fathered a secret son. But the 48-year-old actress wasn’t just out to prove she was standing by her man when the pair attended the Screen Actors Guild Awards in LA. After nuzzling and kissing on the red carpet for the paparazzi, once inside the ceremony Nicole turned her full attention to her Hollywood friends, leaving Keith looking sidelined to say the least. Proving a point In contrast to her touchy-feely display outside, Nic flirted up a storm with some of the hottest names in showbusiness. Her unusual behaviour had everyone talking, and many believe it was a not-so-subtle reminder to Keith, 48, that…

‘I was looking at Brad sleeping and thought our baby is just like him’ The nursery’s not done, they haven’t picked a name, and they have yet to find out whether the bump is a boy or a girl – but former winners of The Block Brad and Lara Cranfield couldn’t be more excited at the prospect of becoming parents. Lara, 34, is glowing on her babymoon on NSW’s Central Coast, as she counts down to welcoming the new arrival, who both predict will be a boy. “It sounds a bit creepy, but I was looking at Brad sleeping and thought our baby looks just like him,” laughs Lara. The popular reality TV stars seem even happier than when they scooped over $860,000 in two different series of The Block…

Monday FETTUCCINE WITH ARTICHOKES & TOMATOES SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 15 MINS PER SERVE 1286kJ 400g fettuccine 1 tbsp olive oil, plus extra to serve 4 garlic cloves, sliced 1 long red chilli, chopped 400g can artichokes, drained,roughly chopped 250g punnet cherry tomatoes zested rind, juice 1 lemon 1 cup basil leaves, plus extra to serve 100g feta, crumbled lemon wedges, salad, to serve 1 In a large saucepan of boiling, salted water, cook fettuccine following packet instructions. Drain pasta and return to pan. 2 Meanwhile, in a frying pan, heat oil on medium. Saute garlic and chilli 30 seconds until fragrant. 3 Add artichokes, tomatoes and juice. Cook, stirring, 2-3 minutes, until tomatoes start to collapse. Season to taste. 4 Pour sauce over hot pasta with basil…

For you and a friend! What better way to celebrate the Chinese New Year than learning how to make some of the best Asian-inspired meals from the queen of Asian cuisine herself, Marion Grasby!The author, chef and TV presenter will be hosting an intimate cooking class with five lucky Woman’s Day readers and their friends. TO ENTER: Simply tell us in 25 words or less “Why would you love to win a cooking class with Marion?” and send your answer, along with your name, address and phone number to womansdaypromotions@bauer-media.com.au. Includes flights and accommodation. Competition opens at 00:01 AEDT on February 8, 2016, and closes at 11:59pm AEDT on February 14, 2016. Open to Australian residents only, aged 18 years and over. One entry permitted per person. Entrants must be…

ASK THE BEAUTY EXPERT Q Can you recommend a quick, professional in-chair whitening system? Jen, Brisbane A “You can get Philips’ Zoom QuickPro ($199) done layer in about an hour, It's a two-step process where a layer of hydrogen peroxide is applied to the teeth then a sealant is applied to lock the peroxide in place and start the whitening" explains Dr michael Cai, principal dentist at Pitt Street Dental Centre in Sydney. “While every person is different, you the good can ordinarily expert your teeth to appear four shades whiter. And the good news is, most patients experience little to no sensitivity.” THINK PINK! The colour of love does wonders for your complexion, and works for every occasion. Give it a try… AT WORK Stick to…

Gone with the wind! Up, up and away! Pop icon Justin Bieber, 21, found himself battling the breeze while out shopping in LA. The What Do You Mean? singer was on his way to Target with his bodyguard when a gust of wind blew his cap off, forcing the blond to chase after it. Couldn’t the bodyguard do that? Slip of the tongues Alison Brie, 33, and co-stars Rebel Wilson, 35, Leslie Mann, 43, and Dakota Johnson, 26, gave Miley a run for her money in the tongue department at the New York premiere of How to Be Single last week. Hugh has a (snow) ball When Hugh Jackman, 47, and Taron Egerton, 26, visited Ellen DeGeneres’ show, promoting Eddie the Eagle, she challenged them to play “Hoop De Doo…

Funnygirl Rebel Wilson, 35, is in top form in her new flick How To Be Single, which follows a group of fearless women making the most of their single lives in New York City. Also starring Dakota Johnson, Alison Brie and Leslie Mann, it will crack you up from start to finish… and it’s the perfect antidote to Valentine’s Day if you’re single! Do you think being single is something to be cherished? It’s good to be an independent woman, to go after what you want, have fun, and not feel like you have to be a couple to be able to do that. I really relate because I’ve been single most of my life. The movie sends a positive message for all the single people out there! Is dating…

What do you love most about Valentine’s Day? Every day is Valentine’s Day for me. Why save romance for just one day? Life is too short not to make your partner know how you feel every day. Are you a romantic at heart? Absolutely! I love making my partner feel special. What are your tips for impressing someone on Valentine’s Day? It’s important to be authentic and to make sure it’s a surprise. Pink boxes of chocolates bought last-minute from the nearest 7-Eleven won’t cut it! Is there such a thing as the perfect romantic gift? It really depends on the person, but to me, the perfect gift is a reflection of your relationship and will show your significant other that you’ve really thought about them. Ever had a secret…

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AMANDA SAYS A cat from Elena’s childhood, Billy, comes through first. He was with Elena until he disappeared when she was 11 or 12, and she never knew what happened to him. He tells me he got sick from renal failure, and went away to pass over. Zani comes through and tells me that she often suffers from a cat virus, which she’s had since she was a tiny kitten. She sometimes attacks Elena when she gets home and jumps on the backs of her legs, ruining her stockings! Zani also tells me she loves Elena’s husband and gets very jealous of Elena and will bite and attack her out of nowhere. Zani is an indoor cat but Elena sometimes takes her out to the backyard on a harness, which…

Aquarius JAN 21 – FEB 19 Overhauls are written in the stars, so treat yourself to something you’ve been thinking about for ages. And don’t feel guilty – you deserve it. With Mercury about to up the pace, relax while you can. Expect the phone to ring off the hook from Sunday, with gossip, invitations or even an offer of work. Pisces FEB 20 – MAR 20 Friends should prove to be wonderfully supportive this week, so try to organise a few catch-ups, especially if you’re footloose and fancy free; a casual introduction might lead to more. Sunday’s Taurus moon could send you into sensory overload, so why not catch a concert or go out for dinner? Aries MAR 21 – APR 20 If life is vanishing…

Working up a sweat! She gave birth to Madison just five months ago, and now new mum Sara, 32, is on a mission to get back in shape. The wife of Glenn McGrath gave it her all through sprints, lunges and push-ups during a boot camp Sydney’s Cronulla.Yougogirl! Photo fail! No matter how hard he tried, Risenactor Joseph, 45, couldn’t seem to nail the perfect photo as he tried to position the dome of Rome’s St Peter’s Basilica between his two palms. Clown doctors Proving laughter really is the best medicine, Hollywood heart-throb George, 54, and actor Hugh, 56, were forced to use hip-hop to save Jimmy Kimmel’s life in a hilarious House vs ER sketch on his talk show. Get off my dress! January, 38, wasn’t happy when Leonardo,…

After a few diffi cult years following her split from ex Ashton Kutcher, Demi Moore is looking and feeling better than ever. And a source has revealed the real reason the actress is glowing inside and out – she’s in love! The 53-year-old and her longtime friend Kiefer Sutherland, 49, have been getting very cosy since last year, when they teamed up to film Forsaken, which hits cinemas later this month. “Kiefer has put the spark back in her life,” a close friend tells Woman’s Day. “And she’s feeling really good about herself for the first time in years.” The pair, who co-starred in A Few Good Men back in 1992, are trying to keep their romance quiet but friends say they’ll soon be ready to go public. “They think…

Amy Schumer She’s all loved-up thanks to her new boyfriend, furniture designer Ben, but Amy, 34, can’t shake her thing for 42-year-old English hunk Christian. “I have a crush on Christian Bale. Newsies was a really big deal to me,” Amy says. “I definitely wanted to have sex with him when he was emaciated in The Machinist – I’ll take Christian any way I can get him!” Meryl Streep Meryl knows the importance of dating someone you can relate to. “I mean, Ryan Gosling could be my child. I'm not going to have a crush on a child!” the 66-year-old says. “Will Ferrell is a man. I have the biggest crush on Will. I love him in every film he does!” Ashton Kutcher As a teenager, Ashton was so obsessed…

Total tatts: 5+ On his left forearm Brad has an outline of Otzi, Italy’s 5300-year-old mummy, along with the word “Invictus”, which means invincible. In 2015, Brad debuted a cross on his right arm, a tribute to his wife and children with the letter “A” and the first initials of their six children featured on the design. Ange drew this herself. “We went to Davos and one night we didn’t have anything to do, so I was drawing on his back,” she said. “He just liked it!” This isn’t the first time Brad’s paid tribute to his wife, with her birth date, 6-4-75, inked in Cambodian on his abs. Total tatts: 12+ Angelina got her tiger tattoo in 2004 to celebrate getting her Cambodian citizenship. It was done in traditional…

Emily Scott says no woman in the jungle could remain immune to the charm and charisma of Warnie, who swept the glamour model off her feet after English actress Liz Hurley broke off their engagement. “He is more than decent,” she says. “Shane is a real gentleman. I received flowers on my birthday and yes, he opens doors for women. It’s the little things he does for his friends. He was good at that sort of stuff which is what girls like. “He is passionate about what he does, he’s fit and we had an exciting time while we were together. We’re still friends.” Emily, 32, says he was nothing like she expected when the pair met and began dating two years ago. “I think that the longer he stays…

‘I have no power with that little girl’ She’s the apple of both their eyes, but it seems David and Victoria Beckham’s only daughter Harper could be driving a wedge between her mum and dad. According to Grazia magazine, Posh, 41, and Becks, 40, have differing ideas about how to raise their four-year-old girl. While Victoria enjoys taking Harper on mummy-daughter trips like horse riding and ballet, David is teaching her to play soccer. “She said to me the other day, ‘Mummy, I want to play football’,” Victoria says. “That was a dagger through my heart!” And while she’s determined to treat Harper like her brothers Brooklyn, 16, Romeo, 13, and Cruz, 10, David loves spoiling her. “I have no power with that little girl,” David says. “I love all…

Dannii Minogue fuelled more pregnancy rumours when she stepped out in Melbourne with what appeared to be a baby bump. Already mum to Ethan, five, she was spotted near a doctor’s clinic and pathology unit with a close friend last week. It’s no secret the singer, 44, wants another child, and now that she’s in a committed relationship with Adrian Newman, it could be the perfect time. “I love it,” says Dannii of being a mum. “At this age, they’re so cute. I mean, their innocence is beautiful… [Ethan] just started kindy and he absolutely loves it. It’s amazing!”…

Living life in the public eye is far from easy. And although the royal family are accustomed to keeping up appearances, palace insiders say things can be a little different behind closed doors. Simmering tensions and long-held rivalries are said to make the Windsors just like the rest of us – sometimes, they don’t get along! They say every family’s got one, but in the case of the royals it’s two! By far the most tension surrounds privileged princesses Beatrice and Eugenie. Cousins to princes William and Harry, the sisters have always had a rivalry with Duchess Catherine and the Middleton family. But Prince Andrew’s girls are not the only ones causing trouble. Kate’s relatives – particularly her mum Carole and her sister Pippa – give as good as they…

‘I finally said yes to a date after he chased me for three years’ Robbie Streeting admits he had a secret crush on model Madeline Stuart since they met at a Special Olympics event back in 2011. With the blessing of both sets of parents, the couple embarked on an old-fashioned relationship – enjoying their first date two years ago on Valentine’s Day, holding hands and slurping soft drinks at Queensland’s popular theme park Dreamworld. This year, the couple head back to where it all began. “It’s a special place for us with wonderful memories of laughing and giggling – so I decided to surprise Maddy with a visit for our anniversary!” beams Robbie, 20, who has an intellectual disability. “We were just friends until I finally said yes to…

SPECIAL FRIED RICE SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS COOK 10 MINS PER SERVE 2924kJ COST 3 eggs, lightly whisked 1½ tbsp vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tsp grated ginger 350g turkey breast, sliced 3 rashers rindless bacon,chopped 1 medium carrot, finely chopped 50g snow peas, thinly sliced 4 green onions, sliced,plus extra, to serve¼ cup sweet chilli sauce, plus extra,to serve 2 tbsp soy sauce, plus extra, to serve 1 cup cooked long grain rice (see tip) 1 cup frozen peas, thawed ½ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed coriander sprigs, to serve 1 In a wok or large frying pan, heat 2 tsp oil on high, swirling to coat. Add egg and quickly swirl over wok until set. When egg puffs, flip and cook 30 seconds. Remove from…

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“The Cambridge Weight Plan journey is just amazing, with the support from my Consultant Sam” Amanda Dogan Depression and paranoia kicked in. I did not want to be seen in public, feeling that everyone was staring and talking about me. I thought I could fix it by dramatically trying to starve myself to shed the weight. I felt that I had no other option, with zero confidence, no self-esteem and embarrassed children. I hated myself. The innocent words from my son made me realise that not only was I embarrassed by my weight but so was he. Being a parent also meant being a role model, being a playful mum and encouraging good role model behaviour, so I owed it to my kids to change my lifestyle – which meant…

Q Since my husband’s passing in 2008, my life has been so sad and lonely without him. I hope he is no longer suffering and is happy where he is. We were very much in love and happy together. Will he ever send another to take care of me? The burden is getting heavier. Sad and Lonely Your beautiful husband tells me that he is no longer in any pain and he is saying “thank you” for everything you did for him to make sure he was comfortable towards the end. He is holding a red rose for you and tells me he was your soulmate and that he will “always love you more . Loneliness will soon be a thing of the past. Your husband says that when…