Innholdsfortegnelse for 25-May-2020 i Woman's Own

A 50 SHADES STAR WHO WANTS TO BE FREED? During lockdown, hunk-turned-daddy Jamie Dornan has swapped learning scripts for dressing up for his daughters, Dulcie, six, and Elva, four. The Fifty Shades actor, 38, got into role-play when he popped on a red floral dress, golden heels and a wig during a home play date. He explained, ‘Dressing up with my daughters took a turn. Meet Jenny (with the blue hair). She’s sweet.’ And it looks like the star, who is married to Amelia, has been pulling out all the stops to keep their kids entertained. He even celebrated his birthday with a solo game of Twister, which he called a ‘Birthday Party for 1’ and seemed to regret offering to build a Lego Friends campervan. ‘And you thought Rome…

Laura Tobin, 38 Presenter Laura looks super glam in a patterned gown teamed with pointy heels. This mustard shade is perfect for wearing throughout summer or later on in the year with tights and boots. Myleene Klass, 42 Myleene recently revealed she’s 2st heavier post-pregnancy but looks absolutely incredible in a plunging maxi dress with cut-away sides. A red bag and nude wedges are all you need when your florals are this fancy! June Sarpong, 42 TV presenter June looks bloomin’ lovely in this red ruffle number. The star keeps it extra simple, opting for black courts that are barely seen under this flowing delight. Lisa Snowdon, 48 Wearing not-so-mellow yellow, model Lisa proves florals are far from frumpy with this thigh-high split. Minimal accessories mean she can add bling…

Evidently our sympathy is being requested for those who have been locked down and unable to meet their married lovers. Various polls and surveys have revealed that cheaters feel hard done by, with some – including disgraced government scientist Neil Ferguson – breaking the isolation rules by sneaking illicit romps. Bit old school on this one. If your marriage is over, it’s over. End it. Cheating breaks hearts full stop. And don’t start on that guff about staying for the sake of the kids – a mum or dad doing the dirty will cause far more anguish in the long run. One of the excuses given for Professor Ferguson flouting the legislation was that his lover – a mother of two – was in an ‘open marriage’. Guff. There is…

Tablets are stopping me from going to the toilet Q My GP has prescribed me iron supplements because he says my ferritin levels are low. I’m supposed to be taking them twice a day, but they are making me terribly constipated. If I reduce taking them to just once a day, would the constipation improve? A I’m afraid constipation is a common side effect of taking iron, and the higher the dose, the greater the problem. However, some formulations cause fewer problems than others, so you could talk to your doctor about an alternative form. Or, you could try taking a lower dose and increasing your intake of iron-rich foods, such as meat, fish, poultry, green leafy vegetables, dried fruits, nuts, beans and lentils. Speak to your doctor first. Unsure…

My grandchildren don’t talk to me any more QI used to be very close with my two granddaughters, but now they are 12 and 14 they seem unable to speak to me. I ask them about school, but I get one-word answers. Their mum says they are like this all the time. How can I improve our relationship? Kathy, 64, Staffs A In this case, I can say, it’s not you, it’s definitely them. Teenagers are notoriously self-conscious and find it hard to have a decent conversation with anyone who isn’t their friend. Rather than ask about school, ask them about their friends, TikTok (ask them to send you videos) and if they have any Netflix tips. Stick to their areas, and they’ll open up. I’m thinking about divorce Q…

1 Swap the squash for a mixture of fresh or frozen veg. Mushrooms, peppers, courgette, peas and leeks can be used. 2 Make it vegan by using a plant-based cheese such as Violife Greek White Block (available from Tesco), replacing the milk with a non-dairy alternative such as oat or almond, and a plant-based spread instead of butter. 3 Turn it into a paella-style dish with some chopped chorizo sausage, a handful of prawns and a sprinkle of smoked paprika. 4 If you don’t have any fresh chilli available, you can improvise and add a sprinkle of dried chilli flakes, cayenne pepper or chilli powder. Even a dash of chilli sauce will work well. 5 To add a different twist to the dish, replace the feta and nuts with chopped…

Leah Born, 45, lives in Lincolnshire with her husband, James, 39, and their son, Joseph, five. Whenever I mention hypnotherapy, most people either roll their eyes or switch off completely. And I can understand why, I used to be sceptical too – I always thought it was about someone standing on a stage, putting a willing victim into a trance, and making them act like a cat or something else equally ludicrous. But not all hypnosis is like that. And I’m proof, or rather my little boy is, that it works. I was 35 when my husband, James, and I started trying for a baby, in 2010. And over the next four and a half years, we suffered five miscarriages, each time losing hope. I knew the chances of me…

Artemis Fowl, Disney+ Judi Dench and Colin Farrell are among the top cast of this fantasy drama, based on the bestselling children’s novel by Eoin Colfer. It follows a boy genius descended from criminal masterminds as he searches for his father. Snoop Dogs, C4 Celebrities’ pampered pooches take viewers on a guided tour of their homes in lockdown in this new series. GoPro cameras are attached to the canine tour guides as they show us around, but we won’t find out who their famous owners are until the end of each episode. Year of the Rabbit, C4 This detective comedy set in Victorian London returns for a second series as DI Eli Rabbit (Matt Berry), DS Wilbur Strauss (Freddie Fox) and Sergeant Mabel Wisbech (Susan Wokoma) are summoned to an…

Corrie legend Sally lathers up for a new Cobbles chapter… It’s your birthday soon. How will you be celebrating? The kids are keen to do something. I’m hoping it will be a sunny day so we can do what we did on Phoebe’s birthday: walk the dogs along the canal and come back and have a cocktail and a lovely meal and chill. Phoebe made margaritas on her birthday and they were gorgeous. The whole family is under one roof now… Yes, which has been really lovely. I do think in this time we will learn so much about ourselves and each other. Phoebe doesn’t live at home anymore, Hattie is doing GCSEs and Sam and my husband Tim are usually working, but now suddenly we are all together and…

Yawning, I rubbed my eyes and tried to make out the outline of my chest of drawers opposite my bed, only, all I could see was a blur of colours and shapes as I clumsily reached for my glasses. Even after I’d put them on, I still found myself squinting into the distance, unable to make out my bedroom furniture. It was unsettling and frightening, but something I’d been experiencing every morning for months and my eyesight would usually clear after a few minutes. ‘I was mortified, unable to say a thing’ It was June 2016 and as well as blurred eyesight and double vision, I’d been suffering from painful, intense headaches, too. I’d put it all down to stress from being a single mum to my son Dylan, then…

What are the rules for taking my anti-itch cream? Q I’ve been itchy down below for weeks and eventually saw a GP who says I have a condition called lichen sclerosus. She gave me some cream to use, but I didn’t ask her how long to use it or what to expect? A Lichen sclerosus causes itchy white patches on the skin of the genitals or other parts of the body and, while there is no cure, steroid creams usually relieve the symptoms. You may need to use this for a few months to get the itching under control.…

1 DOWNLOAD THE MOODMISSION APP. Tell the app when you’re down, and it gives you a tailored list of five simple, quick, effective, evidence-based missions to improve your mood. All missions are taken from scientific research. 2 REACH OUT. Whether it’s someone who makes you laugh or someone who is good at getting you to think about other things, changing your mindset is easier when you have someone leading the way. 3 DO SOMETHING SPONTANEOUS. This can be a dance video on YouTube, a funny movie, reconnecting with an old friend, or having a BBQ in your garden. Do anything that changes your mood.…

If you’re considering making the transition to a vegan or vegetarian diet, it’s tempting to give up all the foods you’ve come to know and love in an instant. But science suggests it takes an average of 66 days** to form a new habit, which is why we’ve devised our slower and steadier approach to going meat free. If you can make it through one week, two months and beyond, it will feel all the more achievable in the long run. Monday Make Mondays meat free Meat-Free Monday is an international, not-for-profit campaign that encourages people to commit to at least one plant-based day a week to help conserve the planet’s natural resources. It’s taken social media by storm over the last decade, and you’ll find plenty of people using…

Chilli and ginger salmon Serves 4 It takes just moments to pop all the ingredients for this into a bag and in the freezer. Then it can simply be whipped out and defrosted when you want. You will need ✽ 4 salmon fillets ✽ 6tbsp dark soy sauce ✽ 1tbsp chopped, frozen ginger ✽ 1tbsp chopped, frozen red chilli ✽ 1tsp chopped, frozen garlic ✽ Juice of 1 orange To serve: (optional) ✽ Splash of sesame or olive oil ✽ Cooked basmati rice How to do it 1 Heat oil in a frying pan over a medium heat, then add the salmon and cook for 4 mins on each side, until cooked. 2 Meanwhile, put the remaining ingredients in a small pan over a medium heat and stir to combine.…

‘I had to believe it was safe for me to conceive’ It’s estimated that infertility affects one in seven heterosexual couples in the UK. From eating a hearty breakfast to sleeping in total darkness, there’s no shortage of unconventional methods to try to boost your chances of getting pregnant. Singer Mariah Carey is just one of the many celebrities who has openly spoken about her experience with infertility after suffering a miscarriage during her first pregnancy. Carey then gave birth to twins, Moroccan and Monroe, in 2011, after undergoing acupuncture treatment to conceive. It was a procedure that was recommended to her by fellow singer, Celine Dion, who also gave birth to twins after acupuncture (and many rounds of IVF). And the famous popstars aren’t the only ones who tried…

Mostly As The People Pleaser You fear confrontation and hate arguments as you lack the self-esteem to fight for yourself. You’re so focused on everyone else, you might have forgotten your own needs and wants entirely. Being clear, assertive and concise about your feelings in a calm manner is healthy and will make you happier. Mostly Bs The Bottler You keep all your irritations and disagreements bottled up inside until you explode with anger. You can blow up over something small and insignificant and get yourself a reputation for being unreasonable. Try to resolve the smaller issues when they arise immediately and don’t turn arguments into personal attacks. Mostly Cs The Dominator Your focus is on winning the argument, and there’s no wiggle room. You see things in black and…

DRESSING DOWN A lockdowned Kym Marsh has been clearing out her closet to raise money for the charity Refuge, as well as keeping an eye on her parents. ‘I’ve been taking them food every now and again,’ she says. ‘My mum has been offering to do my ironing. I’ve been like, ‘Yes! Please take it!’’ STRICTLY MORE ROOM! Craig Revel Horwood insists Strictly will go ahead and, if restricted, there are so many dances – like the Charleston – that couples can do as individuals. As for the judges’ panel: ‘The desk will have to be bigger if we’re social distancing,’ he says. ‘I can’t wait to be at least six metres from Bruno!’…

CAPRICE BOURRET Caprice, 48, got dressed up for dinner with her husband Ty Comfort in her Notting Hill home. And clearly keen to get back in front of the camera, she staged a photoshoot with sizzling snaps taken by her stepdaughter Isabella, 12, with styling by her sons Jett and Jax, aged six. AYDA AND ROBBIE WILLIAMS The A-list couple know how to keep themselves entertained during quarantine by dressing up on Fridays. They said, ‘Shave your legs, wash your hair, cause it’s officially formal Fridays at the Williams House.’ The pair even let their daughter Teddy, seven, style them! STACEY SOLOMON Loose Women panellist Stacey enjoyed dressing up for a garden date with partner Joe Swash. The 30-year-old explained, ‘For the first (and probably the last) time since the…

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Have you heard about? It’s not too late to Get Lippy Buying a new lip balm or lipstick this month? Look for one with the Get Lippy logo in Tesco – it means the brand you have chosen will donate 10% from the sale to help raise awareness of gynaecological cancers. Visit eveappeal.org.uk for more information. Supplements don’t keep everyone awake Worried B12 – the ‘energy supplement’, will keep you awake if you take it too late? ‘There’s no specific evidence that taking it last thing before bed causes any specific issues, but people may want to discover what works best for them,’ says expert Paul Chamberlain from Solgar. Baking to beat dementia Alzheimer’s Society’s Cupcake Day event will be different this year, but every bit of dough raised will…

If the thought of endlessly stirring a pan of rice puts you off making risotto, you’ve got to try this baked version. It might not be traditional, but it’s a great one-dish dinner BAKED SQUASH AND FETA RISOTTO AN EASY RECIPE YOU CAN ADAPT USING UP BITS AND PIECES FROM THE FRIDGE AND FREEZER – MEAT-FREE OR NOT, THE CHOICE IS YOURS! Serves 6 You will need ✽ 500g butternut squash, fresh or frozen, cut into small chunks ✽ 1 onion, chopped ✽ 2tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil ✽ 250g risotto rice ✽ 750ml vegetable stock ✽ 100g crumbled feta cheese ✽ 1 red chilli, deseeded and chopped ✽ 45g toasted nuts such as pine nuts, almonds or a mixture ✽ 200ml milk ✽ 30g butter ✽ Handful fresh…

While some unconventional methods might work for some, it's not always a solution to infertility. If you haven't conceived after trying for a year, it's a good idea to see your GP. Women over the age of 36, and those who are already aware they may have fertility problems, should see their GP sooner. There are a range of fertility therapies available, including medical or surgical treatments, or assisted conception. Seek GP advice before trying any lifestyle changes. Visit nhs.uk/conditions/ infertility/ for more information.…

NORTH & SOUTH, NETFLIX When middle-class southerner Margaret Hale (Daniela Denby-Ashe) moves to an industrial town in the north, she instantly clashes with cotton mill owner John Thornton (Richard Armitage). But as they continue to spar, it becomes clear they’ve both got each other wrong and are fighting their growing attraction. This four-parter also stars Lesley Manville and Brendan Coyle. BELGRAVIA, BRITBOX This lavish six-part drama set in 19th-century London is based on the novel by Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes. Tamsin Greig and Philip Glenister star as Anne and James Trenchard who move to the fashionable area of Belgravia, where secrets resurface when they rub shoulders with aristocracy. Harriet Walter and Tom Wilkinson also star. BEECHAM HOUSE , BRITBOX If you loved Downton Abbey,…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr Working like a Trojan will not make any difference at work, so try to take everything as it comes, even if you have to delegate what’s left to another colleague. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May You may not realise how seductive you can be, and this week is full of romance if you play your cards right. Don’t wait for someone to suggest something, get in there first. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun You always appreciate quality, so when a bargain comes up online for a dress you like, don’t hesitate to buy it. No one needs to know what you spent on it! Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul Pull out all the stops this week, as everyone around you is…

If there was anyone who was well prepared for lockdown, it’s Loose Women regular Nadia Sawalha. She and her producer husband Mark Adderley have been homeschooling their daughters Maddie, 17, and Kiki, 12, for almost five years now, and have regular, open conversations about their mental health as a family, both in private and on their YouTube channel, as well as on Nadia’s podcast Confessions of a Modern Parent. But, during a phone chat with Woman’s Own, Nadia, 55, tells us that even she has been struggling with isolation – and Mark, who has been sober for 17 years, is finding it harder than ever to abstain from alcohol. With Loose Women originally taken off air due to the pandemic, Nadia tells us why she and the girls fought to…