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Childhood Care and Romantic Relationships

7 May 2025

Early childhood care shapes how we love as adults. Attachment styles—anxious, avoidant, or secure—often mirror our first relationships with caregivers. This series by Heather Garbutt explores how to recognise and shift unhealthy patterns, empowering you to build the love life you truly deserve, no matter your past.

How well do you get on with your Family?

5 May 2025

Family dynamics can be tricky—especially in midlife. If certain relatives irritate you, you’re not alone. This post explores common challenges with family and friends, including sub-groups like children, siblings, and in-laws. Understanding these patterns helps you set boundaries, reduce guilt, and reclaim peace in your relationships.

Sunday Music Vibes Jolene by Dolly Parton

4 May 2025

Dolly Parton’s iconic “Jolene” resonates deeply with women navigating midlife challenges. Its vivid lyrics and haunting melody reflect insecurities, resilience, and courage. By confronting fears, the song empowers listeners to reclaim confidence, face transitions boldly, and find renewed purpose. “Jolene” is a timeless mirror...

The Wicked Truth about Honey

2 May 2025

Most honey sold in the UK contains no real honey—just coloured sugar syrups from rice or corn starch. Big brands exploit weak laws to sell fake honey, harming both consumers and bees. Supporting local beekeepers helps protect real honey, our health, and the declining bee population from corporate greed.

Managing Your Menopause – Aches and Pains

2 May 2025

Menopause can bring unexpected joint pain, stiffness, and fatigue. But you’re not alone—and relief is possible. From yoga and turmeric to expert advice from Freddy Carrick, this guide shares real solutions for real women. Embrace this chapter with confidence, care, and a little humour. Midlife doesn’t have to hurt.

If Good Looks Were Everything

28 April 2025

Midlife women often face self-doubt tied to fading youth, but beauty isn't everything. Rediscovering joy through hobbies, building supportive relationships, and embracing unique qualities can reignite confidence. This empowering phase offers freedom, strength, and the chance to shine beyond outdated beauty standards. You’re more powerful than you think.

Sequins, Style, and a Jolly Good Shake-Up

25 April 2025

Sequins, Style, and a Jolly Good Shake-Up Welcome to The Midlife Butterfly Club—where cardigans fear for their future and beige has officially been banned. This is not your typical midlife magazine. It's a riot of colour, confidence, and good old-fashioned mischief for women who refuse to fade quietly into a…

How important are other people’s opinions to you?

18 April 2025

We all suffer from self-doubt, but midlife women are particularly prone to do so. This is because they think they are losing or have lost the good looks that made them attractive and confident when they were younger. This self-doubt particularly afflicts women who have lost their previous partner...

Easter Reflections for Midlife Women

17 April 2025

Easter Sunday Reflections for Midlife Women explore renewal, balance, joy, and spiritual growth during this meaningful season. Whether you celebrate Easter religiously, spiritually, or as a cultural tradition, the themes of resurrection and new beginnings are impossible to miss. The flowers begin to bloom. The days stretch longer. And within…

What is Trauma all about?

16 April 2025

The words trauma and traumatic are often misused, diluting their true meaning. Real trauma leaves lasting emotional wounds and can cause serious conditions like PTSD. Even forgotten childhood experiences can affect adult health.

Shamed for what she wore! Part 2

14 April 2025

Annie Den Haan reflects on how early experiences of shame influenced her self-image and fashion choices. A visit to Florence and the purchase of a white trench coat marked the beginning of her journey toward embracing her true style and identity...

How to Improve Your Relationship with Yourself

9 April 2025

Midlife is a transformative phase where many women reassess their lives. It's a time to rediscover oneself, embrace change, and pursue personal growth. By focusing on self-awareness and setting new goals, women can navigate this period with confidence and purpose.

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