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Linda Evangelista was one of the world's most famous faces. 5 years ago, she became a recluse.

by Belinda Jepsen

We need to talk about picnics. And the 27 reasons they’re kinda… sh*t.

Clare and Jessie Stephens

Why is this man everywhere?

Chelsea McLaughlin

Should I Watch It? Squid Game, the brutal new Netflix show everyone is talking about.

Jessica Staveley

Called to cover a major terror attack, Lisa Millar had to make a choice.

The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Friday September 24.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Nicholas Drummond punched a woman in the face. We need to take a closer look at why he walked free.

Her name was Sabina Nessa. Like Sarah Everard, she was just walking home.

"I felt robbed of hearing her first cries." Hayley gave birth under general anaesthetic.

The question we're asking this week: Is it fashion, or is she just... thin?

Should I Read It? We Were Never Here, the thriller that will pull you out of your reading slump.

75 HARD: The fitness challenge everyone's doing, and the science behind it.

Why you shouldn’t make a habit of doing a ‘just in case’ wee — and don’t tell your kids to either.

The Conversation

Because we know you're browsing: Just 13 effortless dresses to wear to all those picnics.

'I'm a part time working mum. Please stop telling me to "enjoy my day off".'

Jade Cerfontyne

Eight kids ranging from 4 to 50 years old: Inside Mick Jagger's massive, blended family.

Your COVID Questions, Answered

"Lockdown will be off." What we know about Victoria's roadmap out of lockdown.

Australia is almost 70% vaccinated. Here are 9 vaccine questions a doctor is still being asked.

Dr Preeya Alexander and Pharmacist Edward Tanzil

How do you get your COVID-19 vaccine certificate on your phone? It's surprisingly simple.

The problem with our obsession with "underlying health conditions."

Lifestyle

15 books that were so bloody good, we read them in one day.

"I was rushed to hospital": 4 women on how they were finally diagnosed with endometriosis.

"I just cannot!" The summer trends Bec Judd will be wearing, and the ones she... won't.

News

Linda Evangelista was one of the world's most famous faces. 5 years ago, she became a recluse.

'I asked 14 Melburnians how they're doing right now. The answers brought me to tears.'

Her name was Sabina Nessa. Like Sarah Everard, she was just walking home.

Nicholas Drummond punched a woman in the face. We need to take a closer look at why he walked free.

The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Thursday September 23.

Days after her body was found, Gabby Petito has been declared a victim of homicide.

Relationships

"It’s like being in a pressure cooker": Why your relationship feels like a struggle right now.

'My partner and I hardly ever fight. Until I mention the patriarchy...'

Is it time to explore booty play? If you're nodding, here are the best anal sex toys out there.

"Early dates can be problematic": What no one tells you about dating after divorce.

"You have to talk about it." 5 things I wish I knew about suicide when my son was still alive.

"I roadtested 6 types of condoms to see if there's ~actually~ any difference."

Snide remarks and silent treatment: My sister's hostility towards my kids has ruined our relationship.

'I'm moving to another country for someone I've never met in person.'

Greyson Ferguson

'My husband cheated on me and I stayed. The comments from my friends hurt the most.'

“I couldn't sleep." Within two years of her divorce, Sarah was over $35,000 in debt.

'In Year 12, my brother lost his best friend to suicide. Here's what I wish people knew.'

Emmeline Peterson

'At 22, I moved to Melbourne from India to pursue my dream. Then the pandemic hit.'

"Do NOT use a chair with wheels." Mamamia reviews the Seat Vibrator sex toy.

"I always thought I was just overly anxious. Until I read an article about 'Pure O'."

"My sex drive has plummeted during lockdown. Here are 5 ways I'm getting it back."

Lacey-Jade Christie

'I was 8 the first time I saw my brother take drugs. It destroyed our family.'

"I don't know what it's like to have a dad, but I still want to celebrate yours on Father's Day."

"I felt something had shifted": What our sex life really looks like after 3 kids.

'The pain of prostate cancer is intense, it takes everything away. I watched it happen to my dad.'

Katherine Nikiforos

'Hi, my name is Emily Vernem. I'm 25 and I'm looking for a best friend. Please apply.'

Entertainment

Should I Watch It? Squid Game, the brutal new Netflix show everyone is talking about.

Jessica Staveley

Jessica Staveley

Why is this man everywhere?

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

Should I Read It? We Were Never Here, the thriller that will pull you out of your reading slump.

In 2019, we fell in love with Matt Agnew as our Bachelor. His life looks very different now.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

If you’re obsessed with Grey’s Anatomy, you’ll fall deeply in love with New Amsterdam on Stan.

5am starts, wedding prep and ordering takeaway "too often": A day in the life of Sophie Monk.

Work & Money

Called to cover a major terror attack, Lisa Millar had to make a choice.

'I went from $45k in debt to owning my own home in Sydney within 2 years. Here's how.'

Alana Mai Mitchell

'I've helped women save tens of thousands. Here are 4 money tips you need to know.'

9 ways you can support a Lady Startup through another COVID Christmas.

Magdalena Roze and Darren Robertson had one of the most lucrative businesses in Australia. Then COVID hit.

The super simple time management technique that will actually make you more productive.

"How I went from unemployed to hosting a Mamamia podcast."

We asked 5 successful women the one productivity tool they can’t function without.

'You're more irritable.' The 5 symptoms of burnout you shouldn't ignore when working from home.

'My high school teacher laughed when I said I wanted to be an engineer. I proved him wrong.'

Genevieve De Michele

We're starting a very necessary conversation about money, and we need your help.

We have 3 x $100 gift vouchers up for grabs. You just need to fill out our quick survey.

I tried 5 different productivity hacks for working from home. Here's what actually worked.

We have 4 x $50 gift vouchers up for grabs. You just need to fill out our quick survey.

"You're not funny": We asked 50 women what they'd say, anonymously, to their boss.

What does it really cost to start a business? 6 women gave us a pervy look at every dollar they spent.

13 women on how much time they actually spend on their side-hustle (with full-time work).

‘I’m a lifestyle editor who makes beaded jewellery. Here’s how I turned my hobby into a micro-business.’

5 no-BS tips for testing to see if your side hustle idea will work.

'I work with survivors of financial abuse. These are their 3 common challenges.'

Billi Fitzsimons

Parents

"The 5 entertaining things I learned from my kids' intense fascination with Minions."

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen were once the world's most famous twins. Their lives have changed a lot.

Jessica Staveley

Jessica Staveley

Eight kids ranging from 4 to 50 years old: Inside Mick Jagger's massive, blended family.

'I'm a part time working mum. Please stop telling me to "enjoy my day off".'

Jade Cerfontyne

Jade Cerfontyne

Why you shouldn’t make a habit of doing a ‘just in case’ wee — and don’t tell your kids to either.

The Conversation

The Conversation

From Forest to Prairie: Why nature-themed baby names are trending right now.

Mamamia Favourites

"The 5 entertaining things I learned from my kids' intense fascination with Minions."

"The 3 ways I've embraced living alone."

5 very relaxing ways to take time out (in case you've exhausted all other options in 2021).

Our definitive ranking of 15 free experiences at this year's Perth Royal Show.

Here’s how often people choose their pet over a loved one, and 12 stories that we found hilarious.

From Big Little Lies to Apples Never Fall: A complete guide to Liane Moriarty's most unputdownable books.

"From someone who misses the hairdresser dearly, here's exactly how I care for my dyed blonde hair."

Lacey-Jade Christie

9 ways you can support a Lady Startup through another COVID Christmas.

How breast cancer can affect your libido, and 8 other questions we've never really thought about.

"I saw results in just a few days." 11 women tried Boost Lab's supercharged serums.

"I'm a podcast producer who's made well over 100 cakes. Here are the 3 baking rules I wish someone had told me when I started."

Emmeline Peterson

"It de-puffed my dark circles.": 11 women try Revlon's new $26.95 multipurpose concealer with Vitamin C and caffeine.

PLS HELP: From top notes to Eau De... I'm sorry what? Our cheat sheet on fragrance because we're very confused.

ROADTEST: My honest verdict on Ole Henriksen's most potent product yet.

ROADTEST: 'I tried Pump Haircare’s Blonde Collection to see if plant-based ingredients can help me keep unwanted yellow tones away.'

'I'm 27 and just got health insurance for the first time. Here's 3 things I never knew it could actually get me.’

What We Spend: A Brisbane couple with 2 kids under 6 share their $2,006.61 week.

ROADTEST: 3 women try the podiatrist-founded footwear with game-changing support.

ROADTEST: 'For 3 weeks I tried the serum and oil duo that promises hydration heaven. Here's my skin diary.'

PARENT OPINION: 'What I learned about preserving memories from my parents.’

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'I've entered my fifth Melbourne lockdown. Here are 6 things I WON'T be doing.'

A break up and pregnant with twins: Where the cast of Married at First Sight 2021 are now.

'All I do is watch murder mysteries. Here are the best ones you haven't seen yet.'

'I have a pair of those push-up jeans. Here's what I always hear.'

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LEIGH CAMPBELL: I cried today. And I’m one of the lucky ones.

Lockdown extended: What we just learnt from Gladys Berejiklian's press conference.

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Need a pick-me-up? Here are 10 feel-good accounts you should follow on Instagram.

"Will I receive $1080?" Every question you had about the 2020-21 tax return, answered.

So, you've taken a day off for your mental health. Here's the best way to spend it.

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Mamamia recaps Farmer Wants A Wife: A farmer is blindsided by an unexpected farewell.

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"Baby showers are bullsh*t." 40 women share their most unpopular opinion.

'You really owe them nothing.' 25 women on what they learnt from their first heartbreak.

'A student emailed me at 11pm.' Teaching is a different job to what it was a year ago.

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'I watch reality TV for my job. These are the types of shows I can't stomach.'

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The best 'comfort' TV shows to watch on Netflix and Stan that feel like the hug you can't have.

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The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Wednesday July 14.

Why stylist Deni Todorović came out to their family twice.

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HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: What I learned from Pixie Curtis' extravagant birthday wish list.

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"The word tired just doesn’t cut it": The reality of being a teacher in Australia right now.

The 5 questions you had after watching Netflix's Sophie: A Murder in West Cork, answered.

Jessica Staveley

"It seems to have happened so fast." The pain of being a single mum to almost adult sons.

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Sydneysiders ask Victorians their best advice to get through lockdown. Here's what they said.

'I'm a woman of colour married to a white man. These are the microaggressions I experience.'

From clean noses to quick labours: 18 things movies and TV always get wrong about parenting.

“My skin looked plump and hydrated”: 21 women test Sukin's new serum.

'Trying to get a cute milestone photo mid-vomit': Just 34 photos that sum up having a newborn.

Scott Morrison has just announced JobKeeper-style payments. Here's what you need to know.

Billi Fitzsimons

Should I Watch It? The White Lotus, the new dark comedy about rich people behaving badly.

Jessica Staveley

'I watch TV for a living. Here are the best shows you definitely haven't watched yet.'

'I'm a lollipop lady. Here's a breakdown of how much I actually earn in a week.'

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