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There’s been a lot of press around the Emmerdale storyline in which a couple decide to terminate when told their baby has Down’s syndrome - what a missed opportunity. Imagine if the storyline was that the couple were delighted with the news and couldn’t wait to meet their baby! Now that would be progress. Thankfully, lots of amazing women are on hand to fight back - here’s Linzi in Closer explaining why Emmerdale have it so wrong…
Read MoreOrdinarily I’d say we should get Halloween out the way then start celebrating Christmas, but this is no ordinary year. I think we can all agree we need stories like this NOW! Published just before Halloween and on sale for a fortnight, here’s Zeph to make you smile. Happy Christmas! Out now in Woman’s Own.
Read MoreSophia and Helen share their stories of lockdown sobriety - the moment they decided lockdown was an opportunity to get healthy and feel good. Various research and surveys suggest we are collectively drinking less than we used to and stories like this are so inspiring. Plus, have you seen how delicious alcohol-free drinks are now?!
Read MoreI always love writing about friendship, but these friendships are extra special - there’s something so important about being friends with someone from a different generation. I think we have so much to teach each other! These beautiful pairs share their stories in Woman’s Weekly.
Read MoreIn Take a Break this week I write about the life changing power of walking in the countryside - something I try and do every day and believe to be nature’s greatest medicine. Huge thanks to the team at Merrel and mental health charity MIND for the interesting statistics and expert comment. And to Cath, for her inspiring road to freedom!
Read MoreHuge congratulations to Heidi and James, who managed to pull off a beautiful wedding despite Covid 19 putting paid to their plans for a 220-strong guest list! Heidi has achieved so much in her young life and has never let Down’s syndrome hold her back. She tells her beautiful story in this week’s Closer.
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