Woman's Own

Published by TI Media Limited Woman's Own is one of the best loved weeklies for women who know how to enjoy life, are fun-loving, confident and whatever their age, feel 10 years younger. It delivers a weekly mix of news, views, celebrity gossip and intriguing real-life. It's smart, surprising, and straight talking.

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Get the GOSS! • Your round-up of this week’s biggest showbiz stories

‘THERE’S NO SHOW WITHOUT PAULINE’ • Lesley Joseph on why her character Dorien won’t ever return to the small screen

Richard’s ADDICTION CONFESSION • The presenter opens up about his own personal battle

Wishlist • All the best fashion, beauty and home buys we have our eye on this week

A CIGARETTE SOLVED MUM’S MURDER • It was Gina McGavin’s last chance to get justice

MIND OF MY OWN • Our columnist has her say on Christmas adverts, glassy hair and IVF work leave

20 under £20 DRESSY TOPS • Party-perfect style for less

THE GREATEST GIFT • Amid the backdrop of a war zone, Sian Damon’s perfect present was adopting her daughter Lejla

GOOD FOR YOU! • Helping you make smart health choices

A CALMER YOU IN 60 SECONDS • Feeling frazzled? These easy techniques will help you de-stress – fast!

ASK THE DOCTOR • Doctor Dawn Harper answers all your questions

A PROBLEM SHARED • Mum of two Anita Naik has been an agony aunt for 33 years

IS YOUR HEATING HARMING YOUR HEALTH? • There are ways to stay cosy indoors without it affecting your wellbeing

Fabulous festive BEAUTY GIFTS • Add these luxurious Christmas offerings to the top of your wishlist

BEYOND THE BABY BLUES • With maternal suicide remaining one of the leading causes of death in new mums, we investigate why so many are suffering in silence

BATCH-COOK DINNERS • These hearty dishes are just the ticket for feeding a crowd on a budget this Christmas

Supermarket SAVERS • Our round-up of the best deals this week

MONEY matters • Our expert Rebecca Gamble helps make your cash go further

I SPEND £1K ON MY CAT! • Christmas is the ideal opportunity for Karen Smith, 56, to shower her beloved pet with presents

30 BUDGET BUYS • Give your home a fresh new look without breaking the bank

Is sex better after 40? • We become less desirable and have less sex as we age, according to Gen Z. Charming!

WINTER SUN ON THE TURQUOISE COAST • Dive into beautiful scenery – and, of course, some amazing blue waters – on Turkey’s idyllic shore

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Your STARS 18-24 November 2025 • Discover your destiny with Sally Trotman, our expert astrologer

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This week’s HOT LIST • Things we’re loving – that you will too!

Book CLUB • Take some time out to relax with one of these great reads…

We didn’t know you were RELATED! • The surprising celebs who are actually part of the same family

Your TV PICKS • Because life’s too short for bad telly!

Richard Arnold’s WEEK IN SHOWBIZ

WRITING MY OWN STORY • Elizabeth Cooke, 72, first appeared in Woman’s Own as a competition winner and now she’s a bestselling novelist