Pillows, playlists and a gentle push… My birth plan was a joke

We all start our journey into motherhood with a Plan A for the birth, but wouldn’t it be helpful if we had a Plan B or C or even D?

What are PFAS? Everything you need to know about the ‘forever chemicals’ surrounding us every day

Toxic chemicals have been found in everything from strawberries to waterproof clothing. Should we worry?

They’re in pans, fruit, dust – and even tap water. But can I eradicate toxic forever chemicals from my home?

Invisible toxins that leach into the body are almost unavoidable. Could I get rid of PFAS from my kitchen, bathroom, wardrobe and more?

Don’t sweat it: how to find an effective deodorant

From pit stains to Botox and natural formulas, specialists demystify myths and answer questions about the best BO busters

Why are class reunions so terrifying?

The prospect of a high school or college reunion elicits shame, dread and regret. What if going could actually be good for your mental health?

I’m about to have a mastectomy and need some skincare advice

Got a beauty dilemma? Our expert is here to help. This week, Sarah is looking beyond cancer surgery

The walking cure: when an injury forced me to slow down, I learned that we can only amble our way to wisdom

Modern life is stuck on a treadmill and its pace exceeds human limits. What would it look like to step off?

‘I was 49 when I had my last drink’: Harriet Tyce

After drinking and making a fool of herself for 35 years, the writer realised that’s not how she wanted to be remembered

Can mindfulness really make you happy, lower your blood pressure and improve your sleep? Experts reveal all

Mindfulness is said to help everything from anxiety to overeating. But how does it work? Experts separate fact from fiction

The search for the perfect wetsuit: is there one that doesn’t harm the planet?

Neoprene is made from toxic chemicals, hard to recycle and, with 400,000 tonnes made a year, a growing problem. So can surfers and swimmers find green wetsuits?