We’re alone, not lonely!

Whether by choice or not, singledom in midlife is on the rise. We explore the many pleasures – and occasional pitfalls – of going solo

The first time I experienced empty nest syndrome it came as a huge shock to my system. I wasn’t prepared for the sense of loss I would feel when my eldest daughter, Mia, left home to go to university.

Lucy Johnstone is determined to not lose herself or her relationship when it comes to motherhood

Coming up for air

PSYCHOLOGIST NICOLA JANE HOBBS SAYS WOMEN ARE TIRED AND BURNED OUT – BECAUSE WE’VE ALWAYS BEEN TOLD THAT WE CAN NEVER DO OR BE ENOUGH. HER CURE? GETTING THE RIGHT KIND OF R&R. MARIANNE POWER TRIES IT

Mum Karie Jane knew exactly what to do to get over her divorce: she moved to Spain, opened a nudist resort and fell back in love with life – and her body