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Monique Sveinsson, 48, shared her story of grief with OK! after she experienced a traumatic stillbirth and a miscarriage in the space of just 12 months. Here she tells her story of family and survival... 'The theatre was always a massive part of my life.

In Lalalaletmeexplain's hit column, readers ask for her expert advice on their own love, sex and relationship problems. With over 200k Instagram followers, Lala is the anonymous voice helping womankind through every bump in the road. An established sex, dating and relationship educator, she’s had her fair share of relationship drama and shares her wisdom on social media to a loyal army of followers.

Stepfamilies are now the fastest-growing family type in the UK, with celebrities including Kate Ferdinand opening up about their experience as a stepmum. In fact, it’s estimated that one in three of all families are now what we’ve come to call blended families, according to Happy Steps, the research-based stepfamily resource centre. Yet stepmothers still get labelled with outdated stereotypes, portrayed as wicked on outright evil in films and fairytales.

In Lalalaletmeexplain's hit column, readers ask for her expert advice on their own love, sex and relationship problems. With over 200k Instagram followers, Lala is the anonymous voice helping womankind through every bump in the road. An established sex, dating and relationship educator, she’s had her fair share of relationship drama and shares her wisdom on social media to a loyal army of followers.

On 8 March every year, people across the globe come together to celebrate the achievements of women.This year, International Women’s Day centres around the theme #EmbraceEquity in a bid to create a world free from gender stereotypes or bias - something which the Antarctic Fire Angels are very keen to do. While most of us mere mortals feel a sense of achievement if we make it to the gym twice a week, these five women are preparing to tackle something truly awe-inspiring – a trek of more than 700 miles across the Antarctic in temperatures of -50°C.

In Lalalaletmeexplain 's hit column, readers ask for her expert advice on their own love, sex and relationship problems. With over 200k Instagram followers, Lala is the anonymous voice helping womankind through every bump in the road. An established sex, dating and relationship educator, she’s had her fair share of relationship drama and shares her wisdom on social media to a loyal army of followers.

Last month EastEnders announced a new powerful storyline regarding Whitney Dean and Zack Hudson’s baby. It was revealed that the pair, who are played by Shona McGarty and James Farrar, would be told by doctors during what they believed to be a routine ultrasound scan, that their baby has Edwards’ syndrome. Also known as trisomy 18, it's a rare but serious condition which affects how long a baby may survive – sadly, most die before or not long after being born.

There are more parenting styles out there than mums have had lukewarm cups of tea. From Kate Middleton’s famous ‘chat sofa’ trick to Victoria and David Beckham’s strict social media rules, it’s clear that every parent does things a little differently. Whether you’re a so-called ‘Silky’ mum or find yourself acting more of a ‘Helicopter’ dad, thanks to social media there have never been more ways that parents have been told just exactly how they could, or rather ‘should’ be doing their job.

On 24 February 2022, the world watched in horror as Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Missiles were soon raining down on major urban conurbations, including the capital Kuiv, destroying homes, and communities and forcing millions to flee in search of safety. Within weeks, the UK Government launched the Homes for Ukraine programme, encouraging Brits to welcome refugees into their homes.

While getting married is something that couples will remember forever, the follow up honeymoon is, typically, equally as momentous. From celebrities heading to the Caribbean to royals jetting off to the Seychelles, the first post-wedding getaway can be the romantic trip of a lifetime. But for Sam Considine, her honeymoon looked a little different.

One in four Brits have visited a psychic and over half of them say it’s helped them cope better with their grief. As a regular on ITV’s This Morning and a bestselling author, modern spirituality expert Theresa Cheung agrees. Here Theresa shares her beliefs, explains how mediums work and details how to get the most from a visit - while avoiding the sham artists out there… "In his autobiography, Spare, Prince Harry describes a visit to a 'woman with powers' who told him his late mother said he’s living the liberated life 'she couldn’t.' It brought tears to Harry’s eyes as he felt his mum was right there with him.

There might be a 38-year age gap between Charlie Mullins, 70, and Raquel Reno, 32, but the chemistry between them is real and it’s clear that they’re absolutely besotted with each other as they discuss their upcoming wedding plans with OK! Charlie, who’s been married twice before, tells us that they’ve picked a certain St Paul’s Cathedral in London as their venue, saying, “We’re allowed to do that because I’ve got an OBE.There’s a year’s waiting list but there can be cancellations so we’re hoping it’s going to happen this year.” They will certainly have the funds for a grand affair - the businessman made a whopping £145 million back in 2021 when he sold Pimlico Plumbers, the company he’d started at the age of 27. “I’ve never actually been to St Paul’s Cathedral,” admits aspiring recording artist Raquel.

Fancy ditching a disappointingly unchilled white wine at the pub for champagne on a yacht? “Dating up” is a growing trend in the UK that sees desirable young women dating rich men. A poll of British singletons found 70% are looking for a relationship that elevates their lifestyles – and Seeking, an online dating agency boasting more than 40 million on its books globally, pledges to match attractive women with successful men. “There’s currently a definite cultural shift towards women demanding more from their romantic lives,” says dating expert Emma Hathorn.

Author and wellbeing guru Sarah Anne Miller, found herself in her 40s facing the prospect of navigating the dating scene as a divorced single mum. With just her two little girls to care for, chronic illnesses, and financial challenges, she was determined to escape the dark hole that she had found herself in.

TV presenter Jo Wilson married her partner of six years Dan, 42, just three weeks after finishing treatment for stage 3 cervical cancer and describes part of the reason behind the ceremony as rather "unromantic".The mum-of-one was diagnosed with cervical cancer this summer and underwent life-saving radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Telling OK! what getting hitched means to her, she says: “It feels amazing to be married. It was such a special day – we loved every single minute.

TV presenter Jo Wilson, who was diagnosed with stage 3 cervical cancer this summer, has said ‘I do’ in an intimate Chelsea nuptials that skipped many of the usual traditions and customs. The Scottish mum-of-one spoke to OK! to share all the details of her special day with partner of six years Dan, 42. “We stayed together the night before and got ready together in the morning," says Jo, 38, who lives in the Cotswolds with Dan and their daughter Mabel, two.

In Lalalaletmeexplain's hit column, readers ask for her expert advice on their own love, sex and relationship problems. With over 200k Instagram followers, Lala is the anonymous voice helping womankind through every bump in the road. An established sex, dating and relationship educator, she’s had her fair share of relationship drama and shares her wisdom on social media to a loyal army of followers.

One year ago, Melanie Wilford's son Dillon began experiencing horrific leg pain. After a year of hospital visits, the 11 year old was finally diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome – or 'suicide disease'.The condition leaves sufferers in so much agony, they’re at risk of taking their own lives. Here, doting mum Melanie, 47, from Bolton, tells her story...

"I’m sitting with my family watching Ellie Simmonds take to the Strictly dance floor in a beautiful gold dress.The Paralympian smiles from ear to ear as she performs her incredible cha-cha – and I’m grinning right back at her. As the audience applauds Ellie, I feel like it’s one of the best moments of my entire life. My excitement has been building up to this moment since August, when it was announced she’d be taking part.

All relationships are unique, but most tend to follow a similar pattern. Understanding the different stages, from initial dates and the first holiday to unveiling any unattractive habits in front of each other, can help you deal with the common issues that often arise. OK! columnist LalalaLetMeExplain, who’s also the author of Block, Delete, Move On: It’s Not You, It’s Them, has advice for some of the typical problems you might face at each of the seven milestones...The early romance stage When you don’t know what your relationship status is: “It’s exciting at the start of a new romance, but trying to figure out how your partner views your relationship can be unsettling.

In Lalalaletmeexplain's hit column, readers ask for her expert advice on their own love, sex and relationship problems. With over 200k Instagram followers, Lala is the anonymous voice helping womankind through every bump in the road. An established sex, dating and relationship educator, she’s had her fair share of relationship drama and shares her wisdom on social media to a loyal army of followers.

Content warning – this feature discussessuicidal feelings. For World Mental Health week, two women have written powerful letters to their past selves to let them know that life is worth living. Zoe Blood, 29, works for a charity and lives in London with her friends.

Warning: This article contains mentions of weight loss and a restricted diet. Megan Davies, 29 lives in South Wales and is a sub editor at OK! - as well as now being an internet sensation... "One Monday lunch break, I found myself searching for ways to get rid of my miserable symptoms caused by Hashimotos Thyroiditis.

Property expert and TV presenter Sarah Beeny, 50, was diagnosed with cancer in August after finding a lump in her breast and has now started chemotherapy. Her mother passed away from the disease when Sarah was just 10 years old. Janis Deville-Hallam, 59, from Weston-super-Mare, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018.

In Lalalaletmeexplain's hit column, readers ask for her expert advice on their own love, sex and relationship problems. With over 200k Instagram followers, Lala is the anonymous voice helping womankind through every bump in the road. An established sex, dating and relationship educator, she’s had her fair share of relationship drama and shares her wisdom on social media to a loyal army of followers.

When you’re ready to start a family you often have a million questions – and you want the answers right away. While doctors can respond to most medical queries, there are some outcomes that can’t be predicted - or so we thought. Fortune-tellers have been prophesying our futures for centuries and there’s now a growing trend for hopeful parents and mums-to-be to seek psychic’s advice on their baby concerns and queries.

Nestled deep within the Peak District, Bleaklow Farm is the ideal destination for anyone wanting to unwind and discover the national park’s rolling hills and limestone landscape. And with cashmere-filled mattresses, underfloor heating and a hot tub from where you can lie back and enjoy the view, the countryside abode is nothing short of spectacular. But this is no average weekend spa retreat.The idyllic farmhouse has taken on a whole new identity as a refuge for women seeking a spot of TLC and emotional healing.

Gill Ayling, 59, from North Lancashire had an unbreakable bond with her only son Nathan. The mum was devastated when she found her son had passed away in bed aged just 31, despite no previous serious health concerns. It was later discovered his heart was to blame.

In Lalalaletmeexplain's hit column, readers ask for her expert advice on their own love, sex and relationship problems. With over 200k Instagram followers, Lala is the anonymous voice helping womankind through every bump in the road. An established sex, dating and relationship educator, she’s had her fair share of relationship drama and shares her wisdom on social media to a loyal army of followers.

To an outsider, TV presenter Jo Wilson, 37, seems to have a charmed life.The beautiful blonde has a dream job at Sky Sports, is proud mamma to Mabel, nearly two, and she lives in a chocolate box pretty Cotswolds cottage with her loving partner Dan, 42. But no one is exempt from getting cancer. And Jo - who’s presented Sky Sports since 2015 - was diagnosed with stage 3 cervical cancer earlier this summer.

As the school bell rang, and my children trooped into their respective classrooms on their first day back last month I took a deep breath and….whooped for joy! Apologies if I startled the other mums - some of whom were weeping with sadness at being parted from their little treasures - but I simply couldn’t contain my joy a moment longer. I love my children, Ruadhan, seven and Donnacha, five, beyond words. I would die for them.

Watching your daughter marry the love of their life is a day a lot of mothers look forward to, and envisage how things may pan out. When Sharon thought about what her daughter Morag Crichton’s wedding day might look like in the future, she never could have predicted the events that would unfold. Sharon was witness as Morag married a complete stranger - Luke Dawson - for E4’s popular show Married at First Sight.The pair didn't have the smoothest ride on the show.The unique set-up led to an unusual experience for the close mother and daughter… “Morag told me over the phone on an otherwise uneventful day that she was going to marry a stranger in front of the nation in three weeks’ time.

In Lalalaletmeexplain's hit column, readers ask for her expert advice on their own love, sex and relationship problems. With over 200k Instagram followers, Lala is the anonymous voice helping womankind through every bump in the road. An established sex, dating and relationship educator, she’s had her fair share of relationship drama and shares her wisdom on social media to a loyal army of followers.

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a severe form of PMS, often described by sufferers as “PMS on steroids”. It affects 1 in 20 women and 90% go undiagnosed.These three women bravely tell their stories of living with the hormone-related condition which has a terrible effect on mental health. ‘I wanted to rip out my womb with my bare hands’ Laura, 32, lives in north Wales, and is married to Gareth, 35, a records manager.They have a daughter, Joy, who is nine months old.

I’ve always been a natural oversharer. On OK! I’ve written about my fear of not being ‘wifey material’, my complicated relationship with alcohol and my terrible financial decisions. I’m definitely comfortable letting anybody have intimate access to my thoughts, but I’ve always done that through writing.

Deliciously Ella’s founder Ella Mills is best loved for creating a wellness blog that kicked off her hugely successful career in food and cook books. Ella, 31, grew the brand after her namesake, to over two million followers on Instagram and as she launches another cookbook, the wellness guru has spoken to OK! about how a chronic illness diagnosis became the start of something wonderful.This year marks ten years since Deliciously Ella began and Ella recalls the illness she faced that led to his point.