Innholdsfortegnelse for 15-Apr-2019 i Woman

Doria’s on ‘NANNY’ DUTY! With the birth of her first child imminent, the Duchess of Sussex has flown her mum, Doria Ragland, to the UK to help with the arrival. ‘Doria left Los Angeles to go to London so she can be there for the birth and help Meghan adjust to being a new mum,’ a source close to Doria tells Woman. ‘Meghan wants her mother, not a night nurse, helping her.’ While Doria, 62, initially struggled with royal life, friends say it’s now growing on her. ‘She’s very down-to-earth and always will be, but she’s starting to enjoy the benefits that come with a daughter in the British royal family,’ says the source. Insiders say Doria plans to spend six months of the year living with Meghan, 37, and…

Roger Sloman & Ruth Langsford We can only imagine that when Roger was researching for Les Coker’s cross-dressing storyline in EastEnders, he found inspiration in Ruth Langsford. They certainly look like they share a hairdresser – and a penchant for maroon! Linda Henry & Noel Fielding With their love of smudged eye-liner and bleach blonde hair, Linda’s slightly worse for wear EastEnders alter ego, Shirley Carter, and The Great British Bake Off ’s Noel could be twins! David Gandy & Dean Gaffney Actor Dean, best known as EastEnders’ loveable idiot Robbie Jackson, recently admitted that he’s often mistaken for the underwear model and joked, ‘He wishes he looked like me!’ Sadly, Dean, we reckon the only likeness you share with David is your initials! Victoria Beckham & Cliff Richard Thanks…

Rules might work in classrooms or playing board games, but when it comes to the nuances of marital bliss, can a list of dos and don’ts really set a struggling marriage back on course? That’s what Coleen Rooney hopes, as reports suggest the beleaguered footballer’s wife has drawn up a list of marriage rules to curb husband Wayne’s wayward antics. The move comes just three months after Wayne was arrested at Washington Dulles Airport for public intoxication. Rooney blamed the incident on sleeping pills he took on the flight, which he claims left him feeling disorientated. But after the catalogue of scandals that have befallen the celebrity couple in the past few years, Coleen isn’t taking any chances. Reports claim her new marriage rule book includes a ban on video…

Champneys Professional Collection Exfoliating Foot Scrub, £8, Boots After buffing your feet, soak them in a bowl of warm water and massage with this gentle exfoliator. It will slough off dry skin you may have missed with the file, especially between toes. Nails Inc Kiss My Peach £15 A duo of scented shades mixed in a creamy, long-wear formulation to flatter all skin tones. Hot Fuzz is a perky bright nectarine shade that’s great for toes and Peach Tease is a velvety nude. Superdrug Foot File & Smoother, £2.99 With a long handle, this sole smoother is easy to manoeuvre around the foot to tackle areas of hard, calloused skin. Always file your feet when they are dry, never wet, as this can damage the skin. Kiko Smart Nail Lacquer…

1 Follow the seven-day menu plan exactly (though if you don’t like a specific meal choice you can repeat one of the others you do like instead). Then, for your daily snack, enjoy one of the chocolate treats from the list. 2 You also have a 300ml skimmed milk allowance per day, which you can include in teas or coffees if you wish (but don’t have any other calorie-containing drinks). 3 Get walking – use a pedometer and aim to reach 10,000 steps every single day. Alternatively, make sure you are walking briskly for at least half an hour a day, which could be broken down into chunks of 10 minutes (at least) at a time.…

ALCOHOL-FREE SPIRIT Caleño Juniper & Inca Berry is a totally tropical, alcohol-free spirit that’s a great G&T alternative. Serve with tonic and a twist of orange. £24, 70cl, Sainsbury’s. FRUITY SPARKLER Similar to Buck’s Fizz Aldi’s Sparkling Mimosa has a fresh citrusy taste and makes a perfect brunch cocktail with croissants or bacon and eggs. £2.99, 75cl. RED FOR A ROAST Asda Extra Special Barbera D’Asti is an award-winning red wine aged in oak barrels. Delicious with lamb and tomatoey pasta, and a bargain buy at £5.75, 75cl.…

Best wreaths Hang these decorations upon your front door or place them flat as a table centrepiece. Easter garlands String these felt and paper garlands across plain walls for a pop of pastel in your home.…

Take regular screen breaks The blue light emitted from our smartphones, laptops and tablets can damage our vision, says the University of Toledo. Prolonged exposure to the light triggers poisonous molecules and could lead to macular degeneration – an incurable condition that can lead to blindness. Celebrate with guilt-free fizz For a glass of bubbly without the calories or hangover, try Echo Falls Zero Alcohol Sparkling Infusion (£3.49, Ocado). It’s light, refreshing and made with grape juice and green tea. And it’s just over 30 calories per glass! Keep teeth super-clean Never get caught with food in your teeth again thanks to DenTek Easy Brush Interdental Cleaners (£4, Boots). These handy heroes are mint flavoured and can slip in your bag, so whether at work or out with friends, your…

My friends say he’s just messing me around Q All my friends say my man is a player and sleeps with a different woman every week. But he says he’s fallen for me and I believe him – so I’m going to sleep with him. Surely he wouldn’t treat me like a princess if he didn’t care? Susan says A It’s entirely possible that he does care for you, and that’s why he treats you like a princess. The issue, though, is why he cares. There are some men (and women) who only feel strongly about what they can’t have, and so he feels strongly now because he can’t have sex with you. Once you’ve delivered in the bedroom, he’ll be off to care for the next woman he can’t…

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Toby writes and stars in new sitcom Don’t Forget the Driver, which is set in Bognor Regis. He plays coach driver Peter, whose life is thrown into chaos by the discovery of a dead body and a meeting with a new arrival in town. Did you have to learn to drive a coach for the role? I did. My test was the day before we started shooting but I failed it on one thing. I took it again and failed, retook it and failed. So I do know how to drive a coach, but it’s just a matter of persuading certain authorities that I can! The series has quite a dark beginning, doesn’t it? There are several dark things that happen in the show. As the characters reveal themselves, you…

PITCHING IN BBC iPlayer Gavin & Stacey’s Larry Lamb and Melanie Walters reunite to star in this comedy drama about three generations of a family living in a caravan park in Wales. Veteran actress Hayley Mills also stars. THE GREAT CELEBRITY BAKE OFF FOR STAND UP TO CANCER All 4 Celebrities including Rylan Clark-Neal, Johnny Vegas, Michelle Keegan and Jeremy Paxman try to impress judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood. OUR PLANET Netflix Sir David Attenborough narrates this eight-part documentary which looks at Earth’s most precious species and fragile habitats, from the remote Arctic wilderness to the vast landscapes of Africa.…

This generation of kids will be the most photographed ever. Their parents have been able to record every step, smile and snigger on smartphones and share them with the world on social media. Now Generation Z, as these kids are labelled, is fighting back against the MAMMARAZZI! The children who grew up with their parents yelling: ‘Darling, look at the camera!’ have had enough. Gwyneth Paltrow’s 14-year-old  daughter, Apple, had a go at her on Instagram for posting pictures of the two of them. Apple commented: ‘Mom, we have discussed this. You may not post anything without my consent.’ A month ago, actress  Catherine Zeta-Jones posted a shot of her 16-year-old daughter Carys on a family holiday. She added the caption: ‘Mammarazzi is what my kids call me with my…

From the day he walked out in public with his new love, Anne-Marie Corbett, on his arm, Ant McPartlin has been a man in complete control. While his wife, Lisa, reeled from the ‘betrayal’ of Anne-Marie, the PA she considered a family friend, Ant, 43, was busy working on his rehab. With public sympathy on his side, he spoke movingly about his battles with drink, drugs and depression. Once separated from Lisa, 42, who had stood by him throughout the dark days of addiction, he then made a point of crediting one woman for his astounding recovery – Anne-Marie. ‘SHE’S TAKEN A LEAF OUT OF HIS BOOK’ But if Ant thought his wife of 12 years would melt meekly into the background, he was mistaken. Now, nearly six months after…

Happy hour Outside, the former X Factor star has plenty of patio space, as well as a cool bar with bright yellow stools – perfect for entertaining guests. Fifty shades of grey Rylan’s kitchen is sleek, modern and sophisticated – fitted with hanging lights that resemble disco balls and a huge island for cooking. Glitter chic In true Rylan fashion, even his wallpaper is glittery! A shrine to his husband of four years, Dan Neal, also takes up a big part of the living room. Diary room debrief As former champion of the 2013 series of Celebrity Big Brother – and subsequently host of its sister show, Big Brother’s Bit on the Side – it’s no surprise Rylan likes to pay homage to the show with his own replica diary…

Pulling on my tap shoes, I’m amazed to find they still fit perfectly. After all, the last time I wore these scuffed, black, leather shoes was 30 years ago. Growing up, I had always dreamt of becoming a professional ballet dancer, springing across a stage en pointe in front of an applauding audience. Aged 12, I started studying at a theatre school and would take lots of different dance classes. I’d practise tirelessly. Tap was my weakest dance, the steps didn’t come as easily as those in ballet, but I enjoyed the challenge. However, aged 17, my dreams of dancing fell apart when I fractured my spine during a class. ‘I’M SO GLAD I REIGNITED A PASSION’ It was a stress fracture that left me in a full body cast…

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‘IT WAS NICE TO FINALLY FEEL ATTRACTIVE AGAIN’ Claire Howard, 55, lives in Banbury with her husband, Dave, 60, and their dog, Ollie. When I was diagnosed with breast cancer in November 2016, I had no idea just how much it would affect how I felt about my body. Thankfully, it was caught in the early stages, and a surgeon said they could cut the tumour out of my right breast. But I refused. I wanted the whole thing gone. I didn’t want to risk the cancer coming back. After chemotherapy and radiotherapy, I was declared cancer free in November 2017. And just over a year later, I had my right breast reconstructed. My boobs had been part of what made me feel feminine, and without one, I didn’t feel…

CATCH OF THE DAY For an easy fish dinner that’s full of flavour, try Sainsbury’s new Breaded White Fish Kievs, a lighter alternative to the classic chicken version. Soft white pollack fillets are filled with garlic and herb butter and then coated in crisp breadcrumbs. Cook in the oven and serve with new potatoes and salad or chips and peas. £2.25 for two. TOP TARTS Freshly baked Portuguese custard tarts, with their crisp flaky pastry and creamy custard filling, are simply delicious – and now Tesco’s frozen Portuguese Custard Tarts mean you can enjoy them fresh from the oven whenever you fancy a sweet treat. £2, pack of four. RETRO BIRDS EYE CRISPY PANCAKES ARE BACK, WITH THREE UPDATED FILLINGS INCLUDING TOMATO & MOZZARELLA, £1.75, SAINSBURY’S. SLIMMER DINNERS Iceland has…

Chocolate cookies & cream rocky road No-bake and so good. But once you start nibbling, you won’t be able to stop! SERVES 20 PREP 30 MINS plus chilling COOK 5 MINS * 400g milk chocolate, broken into squares * 3tbsp golden syrup * 125g butter * 100g marshmallows, chopped * 200g Oreo cookies, crushed FOR THE TOPPING * 200g white chocolate, broken into squares * 1tbsp sunflower oil * Chocolate mini eggs, Mini Oreo cookies, white chocolate Easter egg pieces, chopped marshmallows 1 Line a 28x18cm shallow cake tin with a double layer of clingfilm, pressing it down smoothly. Put the chocolate, syrup and butter in a heatproof bowl over a pan of hot water, leave for 5 mins, stirring occasionally, until melted. 2 Stir in the marshmallows and crushed…

WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT MY OVERWEIGHT SISTER? Q I have a sister who is really overweight. Me and my other two sisters are active, eat healthy foods and are slim. She’s quite active but never joined us when we went cycling or running or even walking. She has a lovely husband who is also overweight. When we visit her, we can see why – they are happy couch potatoes who set a good table and don’t stint on the drink. The problem is I can’t stop going on at her for her weight. It’s got to the point where I realised a few months ago that she invites me over less and less, because I almost always say something that either hurts her or causes an argument. But I…

The guillotine on reclaiming Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) is ready to slice down and stop payouts soon. A staggering £34 billion has already been repaid to date, and £8bn has been put aside to pay the remaining claims. Everyone who’s ever had a loan, credit card, store card, mortgage, overdraft or catalogue debt in the past 30 years should check as soon as possible whether they had PPI and if they were mis-sold it. My social media feeds are full of people’s stories of success, like Nichole’s tweet: “@MartinSLewis with your advice I’ve reclaimed just over £51,600 in mis-sold PPI & Plevin from 4 banks/ products. #THANKYOU” For decades, banks and building societies instructed staff to hard-sell these policies which were added on to debts. Common types of mis-selling include:…

Give calm affection His insecurity likely stems from low self-esteem. Consistently show your love and boost his confidence in himself and his importance to you. Help him work through issues from the past He needs to understand that many of his feelings come from the past, not from what’s happening between you. Allow him to talk through his fears and so get perspective. Set clear boundaries Your partner may want to control situations in order to feel safe. But keeping your independence and staying firm on what you’ll do or not do is vital to your relationship. * If your partner’s insecurity is impacting his life or yours, get professional help at anxietyuk.org.uk…

THEN In BBC2 comedy Extras, Ashley played Maggie alongside Ricky Gervais as her friend Andy, who both worked as extras on TV shows and films. Each episode featured a high-profile guest star, including Ben Stiller and Kate Winslet, each playing comedy versions of themselves. Ashley then went on to star in hit US show Ugly Betty and last year starred in BBC1 drama Love, Lies & Records. NOW Following a successful first series starring Jodie Whittaker, BBC1’s Trust Me returns for a second  series with a new story and cast. Set in the neurological unit of South Lothian Hospital, it follows soldier James McKay as he recovers from spinal injuries and trauma in Syria. But he soon faces a potential new enemy as his fellow patients die around him. Ashley…

MIRIAM’S DEAD GOOD ADVENTURE BBC2 Call The Midwife star Miriam Margolyes will be exploring the taboo subject of death in a two-part documentary. The 77-year-old meets communities in the US and Europe to ponder mortality. GHOSTS BBC1 Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick and Martha Howe-Douglas are among the stars of this comedy which follows some restless spirits who haunt a crumbling mansion. It’s been created by the team behind Horrible Histories. HEY TRACEY! ITV2 Forget asking Siri! This new quiz show sees celebrities calling on host Joel Dommett’s own virtual assistant Tracey if they don’t know the answer to a question. KEEPING FAITH BBC1 Eve Myles returns as lawyer Faith Howells for a second series of the gripping Welsh drama on BBC1 and BBC iPlayer. Faith will…

Musical legends How fitting that Beyoncé should serenade Supreme diva Diana Ross on her 75th birthday. Between the two of them, they have dominated the music industry from the 1960s to the present day. This picture proves the Motown legend can still command attention. One thing’s for sure: Diana, in a dress like that, you can’t hurry, love. Double trouble A cheating mother’s affair was exposed when a DNA test showed her twins had different dads. One child was her husband’s but the other was fathered by her secret lover in a ‘one-in-a-million’ double pregnancy. Embarrassing, but the Chinese mum should console herself by buying a lottery ticket. With odds like that it’s got to be worth a shot.…

Sexy secrets Eamonn isn’t shy when it comes to discussing their love life – or lack of it! When magician Dynamo asked Ruth to pick a card when she ‘felt the urge’ on This Morning, the presenter said, ‘You haven’t felt the urge in ages, darling.’ Spicing things up The pair swapped their usual mid-morning TV slot for a racier project called Eamonn & Ruth’s 7 Year Itch. This saw the married couple exploring a bondage dungeon and having sex therapy sessions. Saucy! Own goal! The TV couple, both 59, had This Morning viewers in hysterics when Eamonn got his foot stuck in a football net during a dating segment on the show. In the buff For an interview with a naked personal trainer for TV show Do the Right…

THE GREAT ES-CAPE! Kate channelled her inner Sherlock Holmes during a trip to the Braid Centre in Ballymena, wearing a blue cape coat. But maybe she needs help finding her style? MINTY FRESH The mint green pleated dress that she wore to Belfast’s Empire Music Hall reminds us of a squirt of toothpaste – it’s lucky she’s got a dazzling smile to match! LITTLE RED ROYAL She’s looking a bit restricted in this fitted military-style jacket dress with matching hat. Kate’s often around royal guards, but does she really need to dress like one? UPCYCLED OUTFIT It was a case of make do and mend when she wore a dress that she’d been spotted in previously, adding in some capped sleeves to change its style. PROFESSOR PLUM The royal is…

PICK A FORMULA Well-made retinol won’t win any beauty contests. It usually has a chemical smell and ranges from sour milk to straw in colour. The active bit is broken down by light and air, so only buy UV-protective packaging. Tubes and tinted droppers are good, airless pumps are better. START SLOWLY The key to success with this ingredient is to build up slowly, let your skin get used to it and develop a tolerance. Use it once a week for the first week, twice for the second and so on, upping the frequency as long as your skin’s happy. It’s fine to have a break and start again if you need to. JUST BEFORE: DEEP CLEAN You want retinol to absorb properly, so be sure to get any make-up…

1 AFTERNOON-TEA HOT CROSS BUNS Morrisons Cream Hot Cross Buns are filled with jam and a swirl of fresh cream for a luxury afternoon-tea twist. Find them in the fresh bakery section. £1.65, pack of two. 2 BUNNY CRUMPETS Hop to Iceland for some Easter Bunny Crumpets. Toasted and topped with butter and jam, chocolate spread or melted cheese, they make a delicious seasonal snack. £1, pack of four. 3 CHOCOLATE AVOCADOS Waitrose & Partners has added a mini version of its Chocolate Avocado egg, which was hugely popular last Easter. Available in packs of three for £4 or £1.50 each, they’re a fun addition to an Easter egg hunt. The original, larger version is £8.…

I’m scared to go out, but I need to have a smear Q I’ve got agoraphobia and don’t leave my house. I’m due for my smear test but I can’t go. Is there any way I could give a sample and my husband could drop it in? Philippa says A Self-sampling or do-it-yourself cervical screening does exist, but is only available as a pilot trial in certain areas. Public Health England is carrying out a consultation and research into the test to see whether or not it would be helpful and a way of increasing the number of people who partake in cervical screening. The test would look for high risk human papilloma virus (HPV), which causes the majority of cases of cervical cancer. Meanwhile, contact your GP surgery –…

Mystery film for a fiver Odeon cinemas are offering previews of new movies for £5 (plus 75p fee if you book online). You don’t know what you’re seeing until it starts. Find out more at odeon. co.uk/screenunseen Gap discount Download and register with the free Gap+ loyalty app to get 5% off. It can even be stacked with other offers. Free child-care tips The British Red Cross has launched a free app aimed at parents, with tips on first aid for babies and children, available for both Android and Apple. Visit redcross. org.uk/first-aid/first-aidapps…

What do you like most about playing Woman Bingo? It’s a bit of fun. I really enjoy the thrill of the game when you’re waiting for your last number to be called. It’s also something my mother-in-law and I love to bond over. What is your favourite game? Why? Sapphire, it reminds me of the traditional games of bingo I enjoyed playing in the bingo hall. Any tips for new players? Always stick to a budget, mine is always £20 and I never go over that. However, most importantly, I think it is important to remember it’s not about winning or losing – you should just play to enjoy it, and have a little fun.…

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr Venus enters your sign, increasing your chances of success. If you’ve had to deal with persistent obstructions, delays and detours, it’s time to regroup and get back out there. For your reading ☎ 09058 172557 TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May Try not to push yourself beyond your limits or ignore a lurking problem. There are some exciting opportunities just around the corner, and you need to be ready and rested. For your reading ☎ 09058 172558 GEMINI 22 May – 22 Jun Wait until all the facts are out and you’ve ascertained the motives behind people’s actions before you make a mountain out of a molehill, or a bit of a fool of yourself! your reading ☎ 09058 172559 CANCER 23 Jun –…

MOOMINVALLEY Sky One, Sky Kids This 10-part animated adaptation of the Moomin books by Tove Jansson, has an all-star cast voicing the characters, including Kate Winslet, Jennifer Saunders and Matt Lucas. GAME OF THRONES Sky Atlantic The finale has arrived! The six-part season continues the terror in Westeros with the White Walkers having breached the Wall and headed south! Emilia Clarke and Kit Harington return. IN FOR A PENNY ITV Stephen Mulhern’s Saturday Night Takeaway segment is now a game show in its own right. He’ll be accosting members of the public and asking them to take part in silly games to win cash prizes..…