We were sorry to hear of the death of the wonderful actress Glynis Johns, who was 100 years old. She sang a song called Sister Suffragette in Mary Poppins in 1964 before the second wave of Feminism started.   Some progress has been made with hopes expressed in this song but there…

For some months we have been preparing to launch our Members Area for the Midlife Butterfly Club which will give Silver Members huge additional benefits and still at no cost. I have been working for twenty years in the self-development area for people who want to help themselves to move…

Time for Some Kidology: Encouraging Independence in Children Children quickly learn what they can control—and what they can’t. As parents and carers, it’s time for some Kidology to establish boundaries and keep our children from taking charge of us. Kidology, a clever parenting tool, might become your trusted companion as…

Women Who have Overcome – Helen Keller 1880 - 1968 By Dagmar Bryant Do you ever experience a longing for something more? And it’s not just anything more. You aspire to doing something outside the norm. Because deep inside, you know that you are different, that you don’t fit into…

What’s wrong with Missionary position? According to Wikipedia, the missionary position or man-on-top position is a sex position in which, generally, a woman lies on her back and a man lies on top of her while they face each other and engage in vaginal intercourse.[  It is commonly believed that the term 'missionary position' arose in connection…

Music Sunday presents Helen Reddy - I Am Woman Sunday is a time for reflection and renewal, especially for the women of the Midlife Butterfly Club. As we embrace our journey through midlife, music becomes a powerful tool to inspire, uplift, and connect us. This week, we celebrate an anthem…

A Guide for Busy Women in Middle Life Juggling a career, family, and personal life can be overwhelming, especially for women in midlife. With so many responsibilities, it's easy to feel stressed and overwhelmed. However, with effective time management techniques, you can regain control of your schedule and find more…

What is your Relationship with Money? What do you think, feel, and most importantly, say about money? You may give a rational answer to these questions, which at the moment you believe. However, we suggest you also observe and listen to yourself over the next few days. Listen to yourself…

Audio Podcast - Philippa Bennett is a Nutritionist and Homeopath who talks to us about the physiological changes going on for us during the Perimenopause and how nutritional supplementation and homeopathy can drastically reduce the unpleasant physical symptoms of the perimenopause and unwanted weight gain. We also discuss what is…

Animals and humans are products of millions of years of evolution. It is not just our bodies that have evolved. So has the experience built into our instincts to protect us and guide us in a dangerous environment In the past the cost of getting it wrong was that children…

Welcome to Music Sunday! Today, we're diving into the timeless classic "Jolene" by Dolly Parton—a song that deeply connects with women's experiences in their midlife. Join us as we explore the story behind this iconic melody and its significance for women navigating this stage of life. Discover how "Jolene" captures…

Thank you for your compassionate responses and to everyone who contributed to the recovery fund for our local primary school. Unfortunately, we didn’t meet the target amount for the school. Rather than holding on to the donations for too long, my family, friends, and I have come together to prepare…