Family
Family issues for women in midlife are distinct from the earlier challenges. Parenting teens brings a host of concerns, ranging from wrangling your almost-adult into doing chores to more serious problems like eating disorders and self-harming. And we often care for older family members as well. You’ll find stories and advice here that relate to the real problems we experience now.

Porn for kids is not the answer. Better sex ed is
Teen girls think it is normal to be choked or throttled during a snog
The pornification of teenlife

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Teens and porn: School used to be about the three Rs – now it’s XXX
Teens are watching porn more than ever, changing their behaviour and identities in ways we need to address now.

Understanding life without children
Julia Bueno understands the challenge of losing a child as well as grappling with feelings associated with a childfree life. Here, she gives her insight

Being Punjabi and divorced shouldn't define my life
Aged 40 and divorced, Minreet Kaur had to overcome ingrained prejudice to regain her independence

Why I'm childfree by choice
It's a less typical road to choose not to have children. But it's a path that can be embraced, says Kerensa Jennings.

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How to repot your life: Part 1
Have that nagging feeling that your life isn't quite right? You may be potbound. Here's how to repot your life so you can flourish.

Understanding my father after his death
Meriel Schindler was alienated from her father, who died penniless. In researching a book, she began to understand him.

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Noon expert: Lucy Love Coach
Love in midlife can be complicated. Our expert helps you navigate it no matter your situation

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Noon Icon: Melinda Gates
Melinda Gates had an impressive career in tech before her life as a philanthropist and campaigner. Now is her next stage.