Month: December 2021

How To Have A Conversation About Not Wanting Children

How To Have A Conversation About Not Wanting Children

The magnitude of bringing a person into this world cannot be overstated. Sure, some might argue that it’s our biological purpose to procreate, but we live in a time that when we have choices — not to mention overpopulation. Raising children is one of the most difficult things in life, […]

Please Stop Asking Me Why I’m Not Having Children

The playground was overflowing with young families taking photos. It was chaos — a joyous kind of chaos — but I wasn’t ready for it. “Babe,” I said, turning to my girlfriend as I watched a little boy chucking something at another. “I’m so glad we’re never having kids.” She […]

#CorporateTikTok Is The Place For Bored Office Workers

For corporate workers, the frustrations of the remote office are well known, from hours of meetings that could easily have been an email to that one colleague who always has their camera switched off. Now, dozens of workers are venting their frustrations online – and gaining plenty of followers in […]

Money Diary: A 28-Year-Old Freelance Voice Coach On 27.5k

Money Diary: A 28-Year-Old Freelance Voice Coach On 27.5k

Welcome to Money Diaries, where we’re tackling what might be the last taboo facing modern working women: money. We’re asking a cross-section of women how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period – and we’re tracking every last penny. This week: “I’m a 28-year-old freelance voice and accent coach, mostly […]

Do Lesbian Breakups Really Hit Harder?

Losing You is a weeklong series investigating heartbreak. According to Facebook data, 11th December is the most popular day for couples to break up. So what better time to look at relationship breakdowns, why they happen and how they affect us. We’ve all been there: you feel sick, can’t eat, can’t sleep […]

6 beauty gifts for when you’re on a budget

6 beauty gifts for when you’re on a budget

That special something for when you’re on a budget In partnership with our partners Great gifts don’t have to break the bank. In fact, sometimes the smallest gifts mean the most, particularly when they make a difference. Whether you are looking for a friend or need to tick off the […]