Innholdsfortegnelse for 25-Feb-2019 i Woman's Own

There’s nothing better than coming home after a long day at work on a Friday and putting your feet up in front of the telly to watch other people watch TV. Yes, you guessed it – after a phenomenal 2018 with a Stand Up to Cancer episode and a Gogglesprogs Christmas special,  Gogglebox is back for series 13! Get ready to virtually hang out with some of your fave families and welcome some newbies over the next few weeks. We’ll get the tea, you get the biccies! ● Goggleboxis on C4, Friday at 8pm Get six issues of WOMAN’S OWN from £1* Subscribe online at magazinesdirect.com/18AA or call 0330 333 1113, quoting code 18AA Save up to 51%…

Emily Atack & Paul McCartney Who would have guessed that I’m a Celebrity... star Emily was related to The Beatles legend? The actress’ grandma was Paul’s first cousin, making their connection quite distant, but we would love to be a fly on the wall at the next family reunion! Samantha Womack & Calum Best Their worlds couldn’t be further apart, but this unlikely pair are in fact cousins! It turns out that Samantha’s late father, Noel Janus, was Calum’s mum Angie Best’s half-brother. Laila Morse & Gary Oldman EastEnders actress Laila shocked fans when she posed for pictures alongside her A-list brother Gary over Christmas, as she spent time in the US with her famous sibling and their families. We’d love to see Gary pop up at Big…

A touch of teal Add a hint of colour with this subtle necklace. £5, Accessorize Get your glow on A pretty tealight holder will make your home feel cosy. £4, M&S Sign up Doubles as a daily reminder and stylish ornament. £4, Wilko On hand Feel silky smooth with a soothing moisturiser. Calm Hand Lotion, £5, M&S Freshen up Give yourself a fragrant boost. Japanese Cherry Blossom Deodorant, £4, The Body Shop Home comfort Amp up your sofa with a patterned cushion. £3.99, H&M Animal instinct Pair with jeans for a stylish casual look. £5, sizes 4-20, Primark Stack it Keep your rings together with a handy holder. £3, George at Asda Come dine with me Choose crockery that’s sure to impress. £3.99, TK Maxx An air of Zen Create…

PERFECT PLEATS If you’re petite, opt for a mid-length pleated skirt, whereas if you’re taller, you can carry off a maxi. Tuck in your top to show off your waist and let the pleats skim over your tummy. ARM CANDY Cross-body bags are handy, but the strap can cut you off in unflattering angles. Instead, opt for a long-handled one you can wear over your shoulder. SCULPT & SHAPE FOR PETITES A high-rise style, made from a multidirectional stretch denim with a hidden Magisculpt control panel to hold you in – these are a must-buy! TUMMY TUCK This twist-front jersey dress draws your eye in and flatters, whether you have a tum or not. Plus, the long sleeves hide any problem areas. CREATE A WAIST Adding a belt to a…

As my daughter Shannon, 11, and son Nathan, nine, raced along the pavement on their way to school, I found myself struggling to catch my breath. ‘Slow down, you two,’ I called out, my face burning from trying to keep up with them. ‘You don’t have to walk us to school anymore, Mum,’ Shannon hissed, as she quickened her pace. By the time I reached the school gates the children were halfway across the playground, and as I called out and waved goodbye, I could see they were trying to avoid my gaze. ‘I was the reason the kids were being picked on’ I was just about to roll my eyes – my kids were becoming stroppy teenagers well before their time. But then I heard a boy shout across…

Watching as Issy* moved around the house, she seemed happier and calmer than she had for a while. Our teenage daughter had suffered with anxiety and depression since the age of 13, and most mums would be thrilled to see their child in such a happy mood. But I couldn’t help thinking it was cause for concern. I knew Issy had been taking her prescribed medication, but she had also lost weight rapidly, which led my mind to another possibility – she was using other drugs. As a parent, I’d always tried to be pragmatic with Issy about drugs. We discussed the dangers, and how you can never really know what you’re taking. She was on antidepressants, but being a teenager, I suspected that some day she was bound to…

BUY IT Make it Clarks Original Maple Syrup (Asda) MAPLE CARROT CAKE SQUARES Serves: 15 How to do it 1 Heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Pour 250ml veg oil into a large mixing bowl with 4 eggs and 400g muscovado sugar. Whisk together. 2 Sieve in 300g self raising flour, 2tsp cinnamon and 1tsp mixed spice. Add 60g chopped pecans and 200g canned pineapple and fold together. 3 Spoon into a lined 18 x 28cm tin, bake for 50-60 mins, then cool. 4 Stir together 30g olive oil spread, 30g icing sugar and ½tsp vanilla bean paste to make the icing. Spread over the top of the cake. 5 For piping icing, combine 95g icing sugar with water. Put in a plastic piping bag, snip the tip and drizzle…

Book Once Upon A River by Diane Setterfield, HB, Transworld Publishing, £9.99 Like the river itself, this story twists and turns. It’s a dark winter’s night in an ancient inn on the Thames when an injured stranger carrying a drowned child bursts through its doors. Hours later, in what seems a miracle, the girl returns to life. In an unspecified time that seems rife with supernatural stories and folklore, this tale explores the magic, mystery and science implications of this disturbing event. An exquisitely crafted masterpiece. Film Serenity Out 12 March Matthew McConaughey’s hunky fishing boat captain skippers tourists on trips off the coast of a tropical island, but he’d rather be hunting for a fabled giant tuna he’s dubbed Justice – which makes us think this is a remake…

Davina ‘I struggle at times’ ‘I’m faking it – I’m not always happy’ It’s hard to imagine Davina McCall having to put on a brave face before appearing on TV, and even after her marriage to Matthew Robertson ended in 2017, the presenter  seemed to just get on with things. But Davina, 51, has confessed that at times, just like the rest of us, she’s faking it. ‘Sometimes I’m faking it. Sometimes I’m struggling,’ she admitted. ‘There’s been a few occasions where I’m struggling to see any positives in this at all. Happiness is marvellous. I love it when I’m happy, but I’m not always happy.’ The mum-of-three also frankly revealed that she feels unable to show her more vulnerable side to the public because that’s not what they want…

When my mother left this world, just before 7pm on 27 December 2017, I was there at her bedside. Summoned from my home in Devon, I’d arrived at midnight on Christmas Eve to find her barely conscious in a darkened room at the care home near Liverpool. I’d been told she had less than 48 hours to live, yet she managed to cling to life for another three days. She was, I think, waiting for my brothers to arrive – from their homes in New York and the Caribbean respectively. But they didn’t make it back in time. Unhappy memories Instead, it was left to me to feed her diluted Ribena from a child’s beaker, mop her brow with rose-scented facial wipes and organise a Catholic priest to come and…

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IF YOU DO ONE THING THIS WEEK… TAKE A ‘SHELFIE’ Before you head out for the weekly shop, snap a photo of the contents of your fridge. It means that if you spot an item of food and wonder if you’ve run out of it you can refer to your picture and you won’t end up duplicating something you’ve already got. How to… save for your kids Look to the future and give your youngsters a real financial boost by building a nest egg for them Do you want to put away some money for your children but aren’t sure of the best way to go about it? Here are some of the options. 1 Children’s savings accounts ‘Opening an instant access savings account for your child lets you pay…

Nobody saw it coming. She had quit smoking, lost weight and was feeling better than she had in years. But just at the point where Linda Robson could be forgiven for taking her foot off the pedal, life had different ideas. Her Christmas breakdown has been pored over by the media, with plenty of comments after police were reportedly called to her North London home. Less has been said about the dignified way Linda, 60, has quietly worked her way back to health after a stressful few months. A bout of illness had been the final straw for the Birds of a Feathe r actress, leaving her exhausted and struggling. But with the support of her husband, Mark Dunford, along with their children and grandchildren, she is taking all the…

However, the clock is ticking on Linda’s extended break. The star is in demand after earning rave reviews for her Loose Women appearances, while her stunning weight loss has led to a raft of endorsement offers. ‘Linda has always been a hard worker and she views this break as a temporary sabbatical, no more than that,’ adds her pal. ‘There’s plenty coming up in her diary later this year, so it makes sense that she gets herself completely recovered before stepping back onto the treadmill. It’s great that she can be at home now – Islington has been her manor since she was a little kid and she feels safe there. Give it a few months and she’ll hardly be at home, there’s so much work in the pipeline!’ Among…

Is Meghan playing with fire? You don’t want to mess with Meghan, do you? Fed up with all the bad reports about her, our feistiest royal has taken matters into her own hands and reportedly allowed her friends to talk to the press. Courtiers are said to be stunned that the pregnant Duchess of Sussex has ignored their advice. Instead she’s tackled her mad dad, the rumours her staff can’t stand her and that rift with Kate by herself. The resulting American magazine feature portrayed her as a cross between Mother Theresa, Mary Berry and a Stepford Wife. ‘Not since the War of the Waleses have the royals been caught up in such a soap opera’ Evidently she can cook a five-star meal out of the rubbish in your fridge…

Leopard print Charlotte Hawkins, 43 We love that Charlotte has gone for a colourful version of the print and there are so many amazing options on the high street. A printed shirt can be worn for work and play – guaranteeing you wardrobe mileage. Susanna Reid, 48 Susanna shows off the results of her booze-free diet in this fit-and-flare mini dress. The queen of morning TV finishes the look with pointed toe boots and glossy hair. Jessica Chastain, 41 The Hollywood star opts for a timeless silhouette in this Burberry look for the annual Golden Globes brunch in LA. Her trademark red tresses finish off her effortless style perfectly. Kate Thornton, 45 Going for khaki green, Kate keeps this full-length dress looking modern with a pair of burgundy ankle boots…

Best for blemish-prone skin Gels If you’ve got combination or spot-prone skin it’s tempting to go for heavy-duty cleansers that completely strip away any oil. Yes, it feels satisfying, but on a deeper level your skin will freak out, produce even more sebum to compensate and so the cycle continues. You can still use a refreshing foamy cleanser, but avoid formulas with sodium laureth sulphate (SLS), a harsh detergent that strips skin. Cerave Foaming Cleanser, £9, is a perfect mix of fresh and nourishing, or try Vichy Normaderm 3-in-1 Cleanser, £12, with pore-clearing salicylic acid. Best for dry skin Balms Your evening cleanse can be as effective as any pricey cream at sorting dry skin, but only if you do it properly, which means no wipes (sorry!). Balms are a…

Why couldn’t I have the jab? Q I have been in a lot of pain with my shoulder. My GP gave me anti-inflammatories and a course of physio. Nothing helped. Eventually he gave me a steroid injection, which worked wonders. I had my third injection a few months ago and all was good, but when I went back for another, he refused to give it to me. I’m in so much pain. Please help. A Steroid injections can be useful in relieving inflammation and therefore pain and stiffness, but we don’t usually give more than three or four in a year because of the increasing risk of side-effects, including weakening of the joint and, longer term, an increased risk of thinning bones (osteoporosis). Your GP may be willing to refer…

He won’t talk to me Q My husband has been through a very hard time in the last year. His mother died after a long illness, his sister has breast cancer, then at Christmas one of his old friends died very suddenly. I know it’s had an effect on him and I know he’s stressed and sad but he’s never been a big talker, the way I am. I keep trying to get him to express his feelings but he says he doesn’t feel the need to. I worry that he’ll get depressed locking it all away like this. What do I do? Jenny, 49, London A We all have different ways of dealing with our feelings. You, as you say, are a talker but your husband isn’t. Pushing him…

For decades, they’ve lined the bathroom cabinets of average Americans, used as a go-to treatment for anxiety and panic attacks brought about by anything from a fear of flying to undergoing an MRI. And yet, despite how widespread it is in the United States, Xanax (the most common trade name for alprazolam, a class of benzodiazepines similar to the kind found in sleeping pills) isn’t prescribed by the NHS and hasn’t been readily available in the UK – until now. It may be illegal, but the rise of black market websites selling counterfeit pills for as little as 89p has made this highly addictive drug easier to get hold of than ever. And British teenagers are becoming the key consumers. A deadly business But it’s not just the addictiveness of…

Chocolate & Nutella buckwheat stacks Serves: 4 Buckwheat is naturally gluten-free and full of flavour and nutrients. It has a great nutty taste that works well with this chocolate and nut combination. You will need ✽ 150g buckwheat flour ✽ 1tsp baking powder ✽ 1tbsp sugar ✽ 1 free range egg ✽ 284ml carton buttermilk ✽ 60ml milk ✽ 60g butter ✽ 140g dark chocolate ✽ 4tbsp golden syrup ✽ 300ml cream, whipped ✽ 140g Nutella ✽ Few scoops of ice cream ✽ 100g toasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped How to do it 1 In a bowl, mix the buckwheat flour, baking powder and sugar. Make a well in the centre and crack in the egg, then pour in the buttermilk and milk. Whisk to form a smooth batter. 2 Melt…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr Life should be calmer after recent developments. Try to slow down and think about the things that’ve happened. Physical tasks like walking and baking also help you focus. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Mars, planet of action, anger and sex, has arrived in Taurus for a six-week stay. Your temper’s shorter than normal – although anger’s a sign something needs to change. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun This could be a tricky week when you’re outraged and confused. You might be on the receiving end of criticism you don’t understand. You’ll feel better by Friday. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul Communication is the theme of the week and while you’ve a need to talk things through, it’s hard for you to…

Jessie J She was one of the original coaches on The Voice UK , and now the singer is to join will.i.am, Danny Jones and Pixie Lott in the spin-off series The Voice Kids UK when the show returns to ITV later this year. Peter Firth When ITV’s psychological thriller Cheat begins, look out for Spooks star Peter Firth as the father of university professor Leah, who gets dragged into a dangerous case of academic deception. Sarah Parish The actress reprises her role as ruthless DCI Elizabeth Bancroft for a second series of ITV crime drama Bancroft , in which the cop’s son Joe is implicated in a disturbing double murder case.…