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Book betrayal
Former tennis star Jimmy Connors has used his new autobiography to take some nasty jabs at ex girlfriend Chris Evert.
Living with a superhero
Anna 2.0
My son has been Batman for a week now. He has a new costume, which has only come off for showers.
Getting back your body
I am supposed to want my old body back, which makes me think about the idea that we have an optimal body that we're always trying to get to.
'There is no comparison'
Gold medal-winning athlete admits motherhood is amazing and harder than the Olympics.
The 'mummy messiah'
According to America's newest, hippest guru, pregnancy is all orgasms, green smoothies and yoga.
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Creating a functional family that feels connected is no small feat.
Exercise when you can
Sometimes you have to squeeze exercise into an impossibly tight schedule, but it can be done.
Family's terrible loss
The day after her third baby was born, Megan Menlove was diagnosed with terminal cancer - many of her symptoms had been dismissed as part of pregnancy.
How to take better photos
Family snaps where everyone is perfectly arranged and saying cheese can end up looking awkward or boring.
Turning hobbies into work
Technology appears to be making timeless crafts more popular, as people making handmade goods find a market online.
The beauty of a good bath
Want to take the stress out of your beauty regime? Run a relaxing bath and let the bubbles beautify you.
Beauty tips for tired mums
While every mum knows how important it is to make time for herself, finding the time and money to is not always easy- here are 11 top beauty tips for tired, broke mums.
Review: Five Days
What if I had married someone else? What if I had chosen a different career?
Darkness lurks in spy saga
Knowledge is not power here; John le Carre believes the truth, difficult and dangerous on its own, can also kill you.
Roth and roll
Known for playing criminals and low-lifes, Tim Roth is a caring dad in his latest film, writes Steve Kilgallon.
A matter of Luck
Exponents frontman Jordan Luck talks to Janie Smith about a documentary filmed to celebrate the band's 30-year history.
'Blue Ivy needs company'
Beyoncé Knowles would like a sibling for her daughter Blue Ivy.
Is Beyonce pregnant again?
Singer Beyonce has cancelled her show in Antwerp, Belgium, amid rumours she is pregnant with her second child.
Lambie's recipe for success
Mary Lambie has swapped the TV couch on Good Morning for the sandwich counter at Subway.
Turning hobbies into work
Technology appears to be making timeless crafts more popular, as people making handmade goods find a market online.
Get your paint in order
A little housekeeping when you're painting can save hours of hassle, not to mention expense, later.
The pleasure of cleaning
The mess will return again tomorrow, yet we clean up every night. Not simply out of duty, but because it makes us feel good.
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