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Smart Stories For Midlife Bloomers

Dr Sherry Ross: "Balance In Life and Balance In The Vagina Go Hand In Hand"

Oct 18, 2020

Learning Languages At Midlife | CrunchyTales

The Benefits Of Learning Languages At Midlife

Oct 2, 2020

Looking at an empty travel calendar might seem glooming for a middle-aged globe-trotter used to taking a flight and visiting her favourite European cities or…

Style Guide: Wearing A White Shirt In Your 50s

Sep 18, 2020

A classic white shirt adds versatility, functionality and elegant style to any wardrobe. Ageless, egalitarian and gender-neutral it has been the winning card on the…

Midlife Crisis? The 7 Cs Formula For Bouncing Back

Jul 16, 2020

The recent pandemic has made me reflect on resilience once more. Sometimes we take it for granted that we will cope, and we just keep…

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Oct 18, 2020

Patty Gale

LifeStyle

How to Financially Plan for a Side Hustle in Midlife

We all have some goals, don’t we? Whether you’re looking for cash to launch your startup or make new investments with, buying a new house or planning your next trip, having an extra income can improve your midlife. A "Side…

Oct 16, 2020

CrunchyTales Team

WellBeing

How To Deal With Bullies: A Quick Guide For Parents

The start of a school year can be an exciting time for kids as new teachers and friends broaden their world in many positive ways. However, the presence of a bully in that environment can transform what should be a…

Oct 15, 2020

CrunchyTales Team

WellBeing

Feeling Fatigued And Moody? Blame It On Hypothyroidism

Feeling moody and tired, not sleeping well at night and gaining weight are quite common symptoms amongst women in their 50s. However, before jumping to conclusions and blaming it all on menopause, it might be useful to consider them as…

Oct 12, 2020

Hanna Suni

People

Avivah Wittenberg-Cox: “Never Too Late To Find Your Soul Mate”

The spectre of ageing alone is the ultimate fear for many ladies. The attitude and assumptions we bring to the idea of being single for the rest of our lives hugely affect our ability to explore new love at our…

Oct 8, 2020

Kristen Jensen

LifeStyle

Over 40? All You Need To Know About Looking Stunning In Pictures

You don’t have to be a model to take great photos. You also don’t need to spend a lot of time trying to get “the right” shot. With the right poses and the right attitude, anyone can look good in…

In Praise Of The Specs

What Do Jennifer Aniston, Brooke Shields and Jennifer Lopez have in common? They are all celebs over 40 who look even more amazing when wearing reading glasses. Whether you like these accessories or not, it's good to know that they have the power of framing our face, covering our wrinkles…

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Call us Perennials, late bloomers or simply grown-ups. We are still Crunchy Women with a story to tell, ladies over 40 who need to be seen, heard, and celebrated. Together we can reset the meaning of middle age.

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