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Never let them steal your joy!

Women’s Survival Guide, is here to help you (and me) shift from NOW WHAT?! to an exciting WHAT'S NEXT? through personal stories, inspiring interviews, and practical advice. Discover new passions, and a renewed sense of possibility, together.

Heart of Menopause

By Clarissa Hughes

Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner specializing in Women’s Health, specifically peri through to post menopausal health. Menopause is a journey, not a disease.

The Spread

By Rachel & Maggie

We’re here to reclaim the “women’s magazine.” Two veteran editors read it ALL to bring you everything we believe women’s media should be: juicy yarns, big ideas, deeply personal essays, hot goss, and the odd shopping tip—aka, the full Spread. Come hungry!

Girls of a Certain Age

By Kim France

Style advice, shopping picks, pop culture, and opinion for over-40 women and the over-40-curious, from former Sassy staffer and Lucky Magazine founding editor in chief Kim France.

Pike's Porch

By Jenn Pike

I write articles and poetry on topics close to my heart. Some have been shared on Medium before; some are fresh on Substack.

How Not to F*ck Up Your Face

By Val Monroe

philosophical and practical advice for anyone who's ever looked into a mirror

Love this one. Lots of trustworthy information on questions you always wanted to ask but never knew who to go to.

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BEST BEFORE END DATE: Living My 60+ Life

By Sharon @ Best Before End Date

Here to rebrand outdated views of what it is to be a woman and live a 60+ life. Aren't we all curious about the unique opportunities growing older & bolder brings us? I'm not past my expiry date yet!

Editor's Journal by Myrna Blyth

A personal magazine from the former Editor-in-Chief of Ladies' Home Journal and Editorial Director of AARP Media

Sex Demystified

By Rée

Sex Demystified is here to help quiet that awkward little voice in your head—the one that kicks in anytime the conversation turns to sex or sexuality. This is your invitation to rethink the narrative.

Belle Curve Stories

By Editor

Belle Curve Stories is a newsletter celebrating women who are navigating life with grit, grace, and growth. Read Belle Curve Stories and see what’s possible!

Letters from an American

By Heather Cox Richardson

A newsletter about the history behind today's politics.

Evil Witches Newsletter

By Claire Zulkey

We are people who happen to be mothers.

re:dressing

By Shaun Chavis

Rebuilding my wardrobe and personal style after losing 140 pounds.

Shaun is an engaging, knowledgeable and trustworthy writer who can help you find your best look. She recently underwent a huge transformation herself!

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Destination Wellness

By Annie Daly

Thoughts, tips, and interviews about wellness, travel, culture, and more.

Hotflash inc menopause + midlife by Ann Marie McQueen

By Ann Marie

Menopause and midlife aren’t a breakdown – they’re a transition. I am a GenX journalist bringing science, experts and human experience together to guide you through this fiery heroine’s journey with depth and nuance, minus the fear and hype.

What's going on with this new phase of life?? Get the latest you need to know from Hotflash Inc

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