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The 'Roe' baby sparked a landmark abortion ruling. Now she's an adult and this her life.

A new romance and no Duke of Hastings: Everything we know about Bridgerton season two.

Chelsea McLaughlin

'My boss told me I was too passive and agreeable at work. When I changed, I was criticised.'

In 2018, Suranne Jones played a woman having a breakdown. Then she collapsed mid-performance.

"I’m grieving the marriage I envisioned." Divorce feels like a long drawn out death.

Jennifer M. Wilson

Journaling is the number one tool entrepreneur Sarah Davidson swears by. Here's why.

"After having kids, I 'accidentally' began drinking daily. Here's how I stopped."

5 questions you had after watching Netflix's Squid Game, answered.

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

"Treat your inbox like a dryer." 5 work productivity hacks that actually... work.

13 of the best hidden gems on Stan, according to a TV critic.

Prince Andrew has accepted papers in his sexual assault case. Here’s what’s likely to happen next.

'I'm a 'skinfluencer' with perioral dermatitis and rosacea. Here's how I deal with flare-ups.'

Amanda Cummerford

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

"I’m a money expert. These are the 5 things I’m teaching my daughters about money."

Where the cast of Young Talent Time are now, 50 years later.

Your COVID Questions, Answered

For NSW and Victoria, we can see the end of the tunnel. Here's what the roadmap out of lockdown looks like.

‘It’s almost like grooming’: How anti-vaxxers, conspiracy theorists, and the far-right came together over COVID.

The Conversation

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

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

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

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

News

The 'Roe' baby sparked a landmark abortion ruling. Now she's an adult and this her life.

Prince Andrew has accepted papers in his sexual assault case. Here’s what’s likely to happen next.

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

Clare and Jessie Stephens

Clare and Jessie Stephens

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

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

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

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

Relationships

"After having kids, I 'accidentally' began drinking daily. Here's how I stopped."

"I’m grieving the marriage I envisioned." Divorce feels like a long drawn out death.

Jennifer M. Wilson

"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.

Entertainment

Willie Garson has died just months before he will star in the Sex and the City reboot.

Jessica Staveley

Jessica Staveley

5 questions you had after watching Netflix's Squid Game, answered.

In 2018, Suranne Jones played a woman having a breakdown. Then she collapsed mid-performance.

13 of the best hidden gems on Stan, according to a TV critic.

Where the cast of Young Talent Time are now, 50 years later.

Why is this man everywhere?

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

Work & Money

'My boss told me I was too passive and agreeable at work. When I changed, I was criticised.'

"I’m a money expert. These are the 5 things I’m teaching my daughters about 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

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

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"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.’

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 thought I was losing my mind." Emily Seebohm's life before the Tokyo Olympics.

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Chantelle Otten masturbated with a different sex toy for seven days straight. Here's what happened.

'Your kids usually destroy my place': The moment I knew my friend was toxic.

9 new cases and a missing link: Everything we know about Queensland's growing outbreak.

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"It's basically a tub of little tiny lip jobs": 9 new lip products that are worth the hype.

'I thought having kids in my 20s would make my 40s easier. I was wrong.'

As millions tune in to watch the Olympics, Tokyo's health system is on its knees.

An on-set dispute and intense training: 16 things you didn't know about Charlie's Angels.

Four interesting facts you didn't know about Stan's chilling crime drama Dr. Death.

'I turned to wine to process my birth trauma. It led to a 'grey-area' drinking problem.'

Valérie wrote about her husband's years of abuse in a book. Then she killed him.

SEX DIARIES: 'I didn’t think I was into bondage. Then my date tied me to his bed.'

Brisbane enters its strictest lockdown yet: What you need to know about COVID-19 this weekend.

'I let my husband take care of our family dinner. Here's what happened.'

Quick one: What is the ROC, and what happened to the Russian Olympic team?

The 9 books everyone will be reading in August.

"Don’t you want the best for your baby?" I was shamed for having a planned C-section.

'I'm 40 and I'm down to one close friend. But I don't want any more.'

There is an elephant in the room at the Olympic Games. His name is Alen Hadzic.

The tragic story of Elena Mukhina, the gymnast who wasn’t allowed to say 'no' like Simone Biles.

"Selfish halfwits" is one way to look at the people who protested last Saturday. But there's another.

Jessie Stephens

The 9 shows everyone will be watching in August.

Jessica Staveley

Over 18 and considering the AstraZeneca vaccine? This may help you decide.

The Conversation

The Australian and international news stories you need to know today, Friday July 30.

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Mamamia recaps The Bachelor: You can't just call someone... that.

'You left me a shell of a woman.' A letter to alcohol.

Why plus-size model Bruna won't stop posting photos of her cellulite.

Bill is a survivor of the Parkland Shooting. His dad thinks it never happened.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Ariarne Titmus is Australia's new golden girl. Here's everything we know about her life.

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A quick recap of that time Adam Driver turned into a... sexy horse.

The real life faces behind Dr. Death, Stan's disturbing new true crime series.

Jessica Staveley

"Sorry I didn't get the job done." Skye Nicolson just showed us the true pressure athletes face.

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