Parenting in today’s world can be overwhelming, but with the right strategies, it becomes much more manageable. Just like governments create policies to maintain order, parents need their own "Policies for Sane Parents" to ensure a healthy, happy, and structured family life. Below are ten essential guidelines that can help…

Most of us begin our working lives under the direction of someone else, whether an individual or an organisation, who tells us what to do. Parents and teachers often advise us to "work hard and get a good education" so that we can secure a "good job" with a "good…

Loretta Lynn's 'The Pill': A Groundbreaking Anthem for Midlife Women’s Empowerment Loretta Lynn’s The Pill is more than just a country hit—it’s a revolutionary anthem that changed the conversation about women’s reproductive rights and autonomy. Released in 1975, the song was a bold statement at a time when discussing birth…

Thank you for your messages of support and advice about my continuing battle with British Gas.You might think it is a bit excessive for me to call them British Gangsters.However, what would you call it if a big organisation set you up with an account without your knowledge or involvement and…

What I learned about the Perimenopause - In HindsightBy Cat Settle I began experiencing symptoms around the age of 46. The onset was imperceptibly gradual. I had never heard of ‘perimenopause’ and thought that ‘menopause’ was all about what happened AFTER periods stopped! The symptoms I was experiencing finally escalated…

Writing can often seem daunting, especially for beginners, but Sue Williams, known as the "Author Advocate," believes that anyone can start writing with the right approach. In this interview, she shares valuable insights and practical tips for aspiring writers. From overcoming self-doubt to exploring different writing techniques like journaling and…

Married at First Sight by Frances Day. Have you been watching Married at First Sight? It's one of my guilty pleasures. I think it's because I’m fascinated by what makes people tick. It is a series that uses experts to find an optimal match and puts them together based on…

Beyoncé's 'If I Were a Boy': A Midlife Woman's Reflection on Gender Roles Beyoncé’s If I Were a Boy is a poignant exploration of gender dynamics, offering a powerful reflection that resonates deeply with midlife women. The song's narrative, which flips the script on traditional gender roles, speaks to the…

Last Club News I mentioned our Sunday Music slot in the Magazine and said we intended to focus on Feminist Protest Songs. Andrea has done a great job of finding a core of 10 songs to feature in the Sunday Music Slot. We intend to run these one at a time over…

Understanding how to start achieving wellness begins with paying attention to your body’s signals. In today’s fast-paced world, we often ignore these cues, but they are essential for maintaining overall well-being. By learning to interpret what your body is telling you, especially through cravings and energy fluctuations, you can make…

As a Somatic Intimacy Coach, I often have deep, heartfelt conversations with women about pleasure and the expectations surrounding it. It’s no secret that societal conditioning has left many mature women believing that desire and sexual pleasure are no longer within their reach after a “certain” age. This couldn’t be…

Silver Membership of the Midlife Butterfly Club cost's you nothing but you get a lot for it.  When you join as a Silver Member you get access to the more controversial Members Only  items in the Magazine, and you can join the conversation by adding your own comments to the items…