Woman's World

A great week made easy! Woman's World is written for the traditional, family-oriented working woman. Each issue delivers a feel-good mix of heart-warming human interest stories, practical everyday solutions for work and home, and mouth-watering recipes.

Colossal’s Super Mom Competition Makes A Lasting Impact

The Cycle-Breaker’s Playbook: RAISING ADULTS, NOT KIDS

Please meet my amazing #HalloweenHusband

Which soap opera is your favorite?

Donate old gift cards!

New Hope in Heartache

“The childhood Halloween costume I’ll never forget is…”

Silly Stuff that Makes Us SMILE

POP CULTURE CALENDAR

It Happened THIS WEEK

THIS WEEK’S Best New Books

THEY TURN KIDS’ WHEELS INTO WOWS • When he was little, Reese Davis just wanted to turn his wheelchair into a Wall-E costume for Halloween. What happened next sparked a decades-long movement that’s still rolling strong!

CLEVER SOLUTIONS

Fallen leaves everywhere? TRY THESE SIMPLE HACKS!

Key to calmer and sharper • Boosting a protein called brain-derived neurotropic factor (BDNF) can help you feel clearheaded and sharp. Crucial for promoting brain cell growth and conducting signals between them, BDNF enhances memory and focus. And in a welcome bonus at this busy time of year, research in Personalized Medicine in Psychiatry suggests that lifting BDNF soothes stress too. To get the benefits, just…

Easy habits that end nighttime heartburn • Acid reflux keeps 1 in 3 people with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) from getting a good night’s sleep. The fix? Simple tricks that block the burn

How to reduce your cancer risk • According to the American Cancer Society, some of the most common types of cancer women face are breast, ovarian, colorectal and endometrial. The good news? Regular screenings such as mammograms and pelvic exams can catch some cancers early when they’re most treatable, and these study-backed tips help reduce your risk of ever developing them in the first place

HEALTH NEWS

YOU, HEALTHIER & HAPPIER • Research shows your favorite Halloween traditions and indulgences are a boon for your wellbeing

“Acupuncture ended my pain!” • After years of wrist pain that halted her active life and nearly led to surgery, Daphne Uviller found unexpected relief from an ancient Chinese remedy. Now she’s pain-free and stronger than ever!

HEAL MENO-BOTHERS with acupuncture

Jason Fung, M.D., on Pink Salt FOR WEIGHT LOSS

Just a pinch is all it takes

“Help me heal a fraught friendship” • They’re the ties that most closely predict our happiness—but they’re also among the most complex. Here, how to salvage difficult friendships

Hannah Taylor’s RECIPE FOR Bliss

FUN & FAST FACTS

Measure WITH YOUR HEART • Southern cook Hannah Taylor, who shares recipes at LilyLouTay.com, gives us a sneak peek of her new cookbook

FESTIVE & FUN! • No need for hocus-pocus to create this masterpiece, thanks to cake mix and our easy from-scratch frosting

DESSERTmade easy! So fast, SO DELICIOUS!

Pro pumpkin carving tips! • We asked America’s jack-o’-lantern geniuses to share their favorite tips, tricks and tools so you can carve your most gorgeous gourd

SUBSCRIBE & SAVE! Make every week special!

News You’ll Need for Open Enrollment • From now to December 7, Medicare enrollees can switch plans, and starting November 1, those buying coverage through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace can, too. Here, how to navigate open enrollment and save!

Money Matters

Tricks & Treats in ORLANDO • Cooler temperatures, fewer crowds and lots of spooky celebrations make this central Florida oasis the perfect October...