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Having a baby can be a roller coaster in the best of circumstances. But during a pandemic, the usual highs and lows are amplified. For single mum Nadia Essex, 38, who gave birth to son Ezekiel just four weeks ago, the lockdown has made it a surreal experience. Amid social distancing measures, the TV star has been unable to introduce her newborn to family and friends and – as she explains in our exclusive chat (p56) – it’s taking time to adjust to a “new type of normal”. While many of us are isolating at home, there’s an army of women forced to leave loved ones to join the fight against COVID-19. We speak to NHS nurse Erika Johnson (p18), who has selflessly moved out of her family home to…

Posting an Instagram snap from a rehab centre in Thailand recently, James “Arg” Argent declared he “couldn’t wait” to be back in the arms of on/ off girlfriend Gemma Collins, adding, “I’m gonna make it up to you and turn things around.” Yet despite his plans for a romantic reunion, the pair haven’t been able to spend quality time together, instead being mostly separated due to not living together by the time the government enforced the nationwide lockdown amid the COVID-19 crisis. The couple, who have had a rocky eight-year romance, came under fire when pictures emerged of them on a walk together last week, with Arg wearing a mask. One commentator on social media blasted, “Do they live together? If not WHY are they out?” While another wrote, “They…

JACK: ‘A routine will help your days feel normal’ Although the Spanish summer setting of the Love Island villa may not compare to isolation in chilly UK, Jack Fowler knows what it takes to be away from family and friends for a long period of time. The former villa star, 24, spent almost four weeks on the ITV2 show. “In the villa, there’s no clock or watches, so we had no idea of the time – you don’t know exactly what’s going on, the time it takes to do things, or how long you had to sleep,” he explains. “The only structure we had to our day was that our meal times were always the same. That really helped our mindset, so my advice now is to keep a routine,…

Aimee Bradley, 36, lives in Havant, Hampshire, with her husband Davin and their two children, Autumn, seven, and Ashton, 18 months. She says, “Compared to some children, I know my two are lucky in that they have a stable home with two parents who love them. My heart goes out to those in violent or abusive homes. But still, this has been a stressful time for all of us. We’d always struggle to feed the kids during school holidays, as we simply don’t have enough money. Autumn usually got fed at school, so I knew she at least had one decent meal a day, which took a weight off my mind. My husband works as an engineer fixing hospital beds and he is on the frontline at the moment with…

A mid the chaos caused by the coronavirus pandemic, animal shelters are suffering a decline in donations as people’s finances are compromised, alongside staff at shelters having to exercise social distancing. The crisis has also seen a surge in unwanted pets needing fostering and adoption. Battersea Dogs and Cats Home reported over double the amount of adoptions last month, and that figure is increasing. But sadly, the number of animals being abandoned is increasing too, as some owners struggle to feed their pets due to lack of food or limited finances. Others are finding the increasingly close proximity to their pets during lockdown harder to cope with when they’re not used to it. However, Cara Delevingne, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez and Amanda Seyfried were among the celebs sharing images of…

Addiction expert Chris Hill, from Beatmyaddictions.com, says, “The nation is in a state of fear, anxiety, loneliness and boredom – it is very tough being in lockdown. The problem for many people – especially addicts – is that they reach high levels of anxiety and look for a solution, and reach for what they habitually use to alleviate their problems. I’m already experiencing a high call volume from clients who are turning back to drugs and alcohol to try to numb their emotions as that’s always been their coping mechanism. The huge concern is they will pick up where they left off, for example going straight back to drinking a bottle of vodka, but their body no longer has a tolerance level so it will be very dangerous – and…

Leaping around her living room, chasing balls and rolling over for a tummy rub, Pepper is full of energy. The Staffie crossbreed would love to go for long walks or meet up with her doggie pals for a play in the park before a long snooze on her blanket but, much like the rest of the nation amid the coronavirus lockdown, she’s having to adjust to a life mostly spent indoors. But Pepper is no ordinary dog. She is Molly Loyale’s alter ego, and the 27 year old regularly dons a skin-tight Lycra playsuit with a doggy hood, paws, and a tail to live out her fantasy life with her husband Spencer, 28, who also has a puppy alter ego called Daring. BULLIED Molly, who works with horses, lives near…

Don’t wait for something to happen. An awkward chat with your teenager now could save a lot of heartache in the future. Follow these tips for a productive conversation: • Don’t judge. It’s important your teen feels able to be honest with you. • Remind your child that once an image is sent, it can’t be taken back. Ask them to consider how they’d feel if a teacher or grandparent saw an image before they send it. • Discuss why someone might want to send a suggestive text and explain they should never feel pressured into it. Visit Familylives.org.uk for info.…

‘I’m grateful for the little things’ Fans have followed Ferne McCann’s roller coaster journey into motherhood, from her pregnancy amid her ex’s criminal conviction to her life now as a busy working single mum to daughter Sunday, now two. But life as she knew it – as with everyone – has been turned upside down in the midst of the coronavirus crisis sweeping the world, and Ferne, 29, is still trying her best to get her and Sunday used to the new routine. Ferne says, “It’s a scary and unnerving time at the moment – I think we’ve all just got to take it day by day and us mums just have to do our best. I’m in lockdown with Sunday, and my mum has moved in, which is a…

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1 SHAPE Before you start, cut down your nails to remove any weak or damaged tips. Take an emery board and pick your shape – round and square are the easiest. Michelle explains, “Over-filing can cause the nail to weaken. Use a low grit file to gently file to your required shape.” Take a polishing block and file the top of the nail to remove any old product build-up. 2 PREP “The cuticle is a tough layer of skin that grows around your nail,” says Michelle. “I’d recommend massaging in a cuticle oil or cream, then gently pushing back the skin with a tool like a cuticle stick to help the nail grow stronger.” Follow this with a cuticle cream to nourish – massage the product in for a few…

‘Being a mum gives me something to wake up for’ It’s been just four weeks since Nadia Essex gave birth to her first child, and she admits she’s already struggling to remember life before her son entered the world. The 38-year-old TV star is now a proud mum to Ezekiel and is completely consumed with her bundle of joy. She tells us, “I’ve never loved anyone so much. It’s only been a short amount of time, but I feel as though he’s been in my life a lot longer. We’re a team and I can’t imagine life without him now.” SURREAL START But while she’s overjoyed, the first few weeks of motherhood have been particularly testing for the former Celebs Go Dating presenter. Unable to introduce her newborn to family…

In the midst of a worldwide pandemic, the uncertainty surrounding coronavirus – and its potential health impact on ourselves and our loved ones – will constantly be at the forefront of our minds. Some of the key learnings from the virus won’t be known until later, but there are significant lessons in terms of our lifestyle that we can take from the crisis now – which could make a major difference to our future health and happiness. WASHING HANDS REALLY DOES WORK! Before this, people rarely washed their hands for 20 seconds, going between their fingers, around their thumbs and up their wrists, but good hand washing isn’t just helpful during a pandemic. It’s useful for warding off a lot of infections. For example, if someone in your house has…

You can’t date when you’re in lockdown” is something I’ve repeatedly been told over the past two weeks, almost always by people in relationships. You know the type – the ones who dish out unintentionally patronising love advice. Even in the current climate, it still falls on deaf ears. There’s actually no better time to date than right now. It should go without saying that, as isolating and lonely as it is for us singles right now, especially for those of us living alone, we should follow government advice and not meet up with dates in person. However, that doesn’t mean we can’t have virtual dates. Step forward voicenotes and video calls! I can hear you inwardly cringe about being on video calls. I used to hate them, too, but…

WASH HANDS AFTER USING NOTES & COINS Health authorities including the World Health Organisation have advised us to use cards instead of banknotes. The contactless limit went up to £45 on 1 April, so it should be easier. If you have no choice but to use cash, take the same hygiene precautions as you would for other surfaces whenever you use an ATM or handle banknotes or coins – wash your hands as soon as you can and make sure you don’t touch your eyes, nose or mouth. USE A SHOPPING APP If you shop at Budgens, use the mobile app Ubamarket. All stores use its “Scan, Pay, Go!” technology, which allows you to scan products as you shop. You can even bypass the tills and queues by paying for…

Ken and Claudia hold a drinks bash, but nobody shows up! The pair (and Norris) are most disgruntled to discover Charles has been entertaining the residents at a rival soirée, thus the battle lines are further drawn. Norris suggests a fencing match between Ken and Charles – and while Ken is fuming when he loses, there is method to Norris’ madness, as he gets a chance to rifle through Charles’ sports bag, thus happening upon the elusive Stillwaters’ Rule Book……

Why did you want to be involved in Quiz? It’s one of those things that has such potential. At first you think, ‘Oh really? A story about Who Wants to Be A Millionaire ? Is that going to be interesting?’ Initially you think it’s going to be a little bit flimsy, maybe. Then you realise that actually it’s a way to explore all kinds of much bigger, complicated, complex issues. Such as? It’s about far more than just the ‘Coughing Major’. It says so much about us as a nation as well. It says a lot about television, about entertainment, about how public perceptions can be influenced by all kinds of different things. It’s a very British heist that happened. Did you meet Chris Tarrant? I was at The Pride…

Midway through a two-hour ironing session, Amanda suddenly realises there’s no point as NO ONE CAN LEAVE THE HOUSE! Never one to miss a chance for a celebration, Mariah and family throw a party every evening to mark each day in isolation. Happy 12th day indoors, guys. CHRISSY TEIGEN Fearing that schools won’t be going back for ages, Luna gets in some early practice as the rear half of the donkey for her Nativity. Poor Chrissy. If working from home gives you cramp from being sat on the wrong chairs for too long, then make like Gabby and adjust your sitting position. Feel the burn! In these challenging times, we’re all having to learn new skills in the kitchen – looks like Holly has been using her loaf, too. SOPHIE…

❛HE’LL BE MISSING HIS HOME MORE THAN EVER AND FEELING A BIT HELPLESS❜ While the nation has been on lockdown, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle – who left the UK to set up home in Vancouver in November – were on the move again last week. This time, they upped sticks to Los Angeles, reportedly heading there before the US closed its borders amid the coronavirus pandemic. And as they start afresh in America, with former actress Meghan, 38, landing a voiceover role in upcoming Disney docufilm Elephant, the couple are reportedly already strategising their new life and are making plans to achieve their aim of being “financially independent”. Meghan and Harry, who are parents to 11-month-old Archie, are currently building their “charitable entity”, and have issued a statement saying…

As an array of British stars pledged their support amid the pandemic crisis last week, Piers Morgan revealed that Cheryl has been texting him regularly, while praising the star for getting “really engaged” in the fight against coronavirus. Speaking on Good Morning Britain, the presenter – who last week said that his youngest son Albert, 19, was showing “mild symptoms” of the virus – revealed how he was backing the singer’s idea to transform empty fast-food drive-thrus into safe pick-up posts for essential supplies, enthusing that her suggestion was a “great idea”. The following day, Cheryl, 36, cemented their newfound friendship by publicly wishing Piers a happy 55th birthday. ❛SHE FEELS EVERYONE SHOULD BE COMING TOGETHER AND SPREADING THE LOVE❜ Pier’s glowing endorsement comes just 18 months after an epic…

When Erika Johnson finishes her 12-hour shift as a nurse at one of Gateshead’s biggest hospitals, she doesn’t return home to her loved ones. Instead, the mum of two goes back to an empty hotel room, where she spends the evening video chatting with her husband and their children, Matthew, 13, and Gabrielle, 12. When Erika learnt of the COVID-19 pandemic, the then-community nurse felt she had an obligation to return to the frontline. But Erika’s husband, Gareth, 50, had a kidney transplant two years ago, which puts him more at risk of developing a severe form of the virus. It left Erika with a heartbreaking decision: to stay with her family, or move away indefinitely and join in the fight against COVID-19. Selflessly, she decided to go it alone.…

The RSPCA’s animal welfare expert, Dr Sam Gaines, shares advice on how we can protect our pets during the pandemic. DON'T ABANDON THEM “Evidence suggests pets can’t be infected with the coronavirus that is affecting people,” says Dr Gaines. “People may have all manner of concerns about their pets. They may be worried if they can afford to feed them or pay vet bills, or if they’re able to reach a vet. We are urging people not to panic, and not to abandon their pets out of fear that they can catch it and then pass it on. There is so much that pets can provide for people during this uncertain time, like comfort, company and routine.” WASH YOUR HANDS It is possible for the virus to live on an…

Dr Christian says, “It’s perfectly understandable that people are turning to alcohol, because we don’t have a lot to do and it’s a default stress relief for us as a nation. But the healthy limits are the same as ever – we should only be having 14 units a week. “If you normally have a cut-off time, that’s probably slipping and you may be starting to drink earlier, or you’re drinking on days on which you wouldn’t normally because people’s timetables have gone out the window. “There’s a real danger you could be drinking a lot more than usual without really thinking about it. If, before, you had your first drink at 7pm when you got home, now you might reaching for it at 5pm – that means you’re drinking…

LIZZIE’S RED-CARPET MOMENT You just can’t stop some celebrities! If the red-carpet invites aren’t coming to Lizzie Cundy, then Lizzie, 50, must, er, roll out the red carpet in her own kitchen! The big-hearted Closer favourite is posing in a different gown each day and will then donate the dresses to charities that are struggling to cope with shortfalls during the pandemic. We love you, Lizzie! STEPHEN’S HAIR-RAISING HOME SALON It’s a hard time for anyone who takes pride in their appearance, as that regular trip to the salon for a cut and colour is firmly off limits. But please, for the love of God, do NOT ask a member of your family to have a go at cutting your precious locks instead. You could end up like Line Of…

‘Age is just a number – I’m quite young in my outlook’ hen Closer last saw Kellie Maloney, she was loved-up with ex-soldier Jason Shaw, who was 25 years her junior. But with that relationship ending over a year ago, she’s finally smiling again after revealing she’s seeing a new woman who she met through social media. Kellie, 67 – who is based in Portugal – and the mystery woman have been on a few dates in the UK, but built up their budding relationship over the phone. Kellie says, “We’ve only met twice, because of the distance. Obviously, due to the coronavirus situation, we haven’t been able to meet up since. I was due to come back to England and we would’ve gone out to dinner, and she was…

GET SOME FRESH AIR : I don’t usually have time to go for a run, as I’ll be leaving Sunday. But now my mum’s here and I have the time, I’m loving it. I went for my first run in two years and it felt brilliant. A good run outside during this time does wonders for your mind. COOK MORE: I’m enjoying having more time to create meals from scratch. I cooked a roast for my mum on Mother’s Day, and we’ve been eating really healthy. My mum’s really into plant-based eating, so being with her has made me eat more veggies. GO BACK TO BASICS: My eyebrows look terrible, my nails are hanging on for dear life and I can’t be bothered to wash my hair. But that’s okay.…

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SUPPORTIVE CELEB FRIENDS “Josie Gibson keeps me laughing. Marnie Simpson and Casey Bachelor helped when my anxiety flared up. Luisa Zissman is phenomenal and has given me lots of practical advice – I’ve bought everything she’s recommended. Stacey Solomon shares the good and the bad on her social media, and it’s kept me going.” COPING ON MY OWN “I feel blessed to be a single mum. I can make all the decisions about my baby’s future without running it by anyone, including his name. I know couples who can’t agree and end up compromising on the way their baby is brought up, so I feel lucky I’m in control.” MY POST-BABY BODY “I’ve had a C-section and appreciate my body so much more after what it’s been through. I’m really…

ost people who M grind their teeth aren’t aware they’re doing it because it often happens during sleep, which is known as bruxism,” says celebrity dentist Dr Richard Marques (devonshireplacedental.com). “When we’re stressed, we also often subconsciously tighten certain muscles, including in our jaws, causing them to clench and for both rows of teeth to grind together. If it becomes a regular occurrence and goes untreated, you could damage your teeth, meaning you might need anything from a filling to an extraction if a tooth cracks.” Here’s what will help if you’re suffering… CUT CAFFEINE & ALCOHOL Both can lead to poor sleep and cause an increase in grinding at night. DON’T CHEW GUM It creates muscle memory for your jaw, making you more likely to clench when you’re not…

THE BRAVEST THING I’VE DONE... was getting married [to rugby pro, James Haskell, 34]. There was a part of me that really wanted to, but also a part of me that thought that, if this doesn’t work, it’ll be life-changing. It was scary, but I feel incredibly lucky it happened. MY BIGGEST FEAR IS... not getting enough sleep. Ironically, it keeps me awake. I have anxiety disorders, so if I start thinking about how much I want a good night’s sleep, I panic. I WISH... I was more confident. I’m better now than I was in my twenties, but sometimes I look at people who don’t care about what anyone thinks of them and I’m so jealous. THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE I’VE HAD... was from my dad [TV presenter…

SUNDAY LUNCH LAMB SHOULDER STUFFED WITH SAUSAGE, TOMATOES AND OLIVES 701 CALS 42.8G FAT 5.1G SUGAR 1.9G SALT PER SERVING SERVES 4 • 1kg boned Welsh lamb shoulder joint • 20 pitted olives • 300g cherry tomatoes • 4 lamb and rosemary sausages, skins removed • 25g sundried tomatoes • 3 garlic cloves, sliced • 450g new potatoes • 1 tbsp olive oil • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary STEP 1 Preheat the oven to 180˚C/ fan 160˚C/gas 4. STEP 2 To make the stuffing, roughly chop 12 olives and 6 tomatoes, then mix with the sausagemeat, sundried tomatoes, and garlic. STEP 3 Remove the string from the lamb joint and lay it flat on a board, fat side down. Spread on the stuffing, then roll up the joint and tie…

1 KILLING EVE EARLIER THAN EXPECTED EASTER MON, BBC IPLAYER Some good news in these uncertain times: the new series of Killing Eve has been brought forward, hurrah! The opening episode doesn’t disappoint, as within a few minutes Villanelle’s wedding to a Spanish woman descends into a massive punch-up when a mysterious woman (played by the brilliant Harriet Walter) pops up. Then there’s Eve – who, despite what Villanelle thinks, is alive and well and making dumplings at a Korean restaurant in Surrey. Over at MI6, Carolyn (Fiona Shaw) has got a creepy new boss, Paul, played by Steve Pemberton. Oh, and Villanelle’s outfits are still as bonkers as she is… 2 WILLY WONKA & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY THE ORIGINAL VERSION EASTER SUN, 2.35PM, ITV Sit back with your hoard…

MUST READ Seven Lies (ELIZABETH KAY) It all started with one little lie... Jane and Marnie have been inseparable since they were 11 years old. They have a lot in common. In their early twenties, they both fell in love and got married. But Jane never liked Marnie’s husband. He was always so loud and obnoxious. Then one lie changes everything – because if she hadn’t have lied, then perhaps her best friend’s husband might still be alive. This is Jane’s opportunity to tell the truth, the question is: do you believe her? Chilling and unusual, we couldn’t put it down!…

Love In The Time Of Corona Podcast Join Absolute Radio’s Matt Dyson and The Motherload’s Kate Dyson as they face 14 days of self-isolation, after Kate seemingly caught COVID-19. Each episode covers topics such as parenting, relationships and health with a lighthearted spin - ranging from Kate trying to learn if cats can contract the coronavirus to Matt becoming a nurse and parent while broadcasting from his dining room every morning. With each episode lasting 15 mins, this is a great listen. Trolls World Tour Original Motion Picture Soundtrack You can currently catch the brand new Trolls Movie over on the Sky Store, but the soundtrack is also worth a download. Featuring songs by a whole host of celebs, such as Justin Timberlake, Anna Kendrick, Kelly Clarkson and even Ozzy…

KRIS & BIANCA’S LOCKDOWN LOVE They first sparked rumours they were dating earlier this year, after being spotted flirting on Instagram. And last week, glamour model Bianca Gascoigne and Kris Boyson seemed to confirm their new romance as they were spotted leaving her home in Kent together. The personal trainer – who had an on/off romance with Jordan, aka Katie Price, until they split in December – was pictured behind the wheel of a car as Bianca sat in the passenger seat, with reports claiming the two have been seeing each other for a few weeks. And now they’re “official”, it appears things are moving fast for the pair, as they have decided to isolate together. In January, the former original Love Island star sparked rumours of a romance with…

A spokesperson for the NSPCC says, “Social distancing, self-isolating and quarantine can cause stress and changes in everyone’s behaviour. Families are under new pressures and you may worry that a child is withdrawn, anxious or depressed. Spotting the signs of neglect might be more difficult, and it can be tough to know for certain if something is wrong, but stay alert – if you hear anything unusual next door, or see something odd through your window – don’t ignore it. If you’re worried about a child, even if you’re unsure, contact our helpline to speak to one of our counsellors. Call us on 0808 800 5000, or email help@nspcc.org.uk SOME SIGNS MAY INCLUDE: • Aggressive or repeated shouting • Hearing the sound of hitting or things being broken • Children…

Dominique Thompson, 49, and her partner Simon, 63, from Bristol, both work for the NHS. She says, “We were excited for a big summer wedding. We’d planned to have our ceremony at Bristol Register Office and then hire out a restaurant run by celebrity chef Freddy Bird. Luckily, we hadn’t paid for it, so we didn’t lose any money. But as the COVID-19 pandemic escalated, we realised we may not have the wedding we’d dreamed of. Simon’s a GP, while I’m an ex-GP and now work in mental health. Simon’s hours were already getting longer, while I knew that I could be called back to the frontline at any moment – which would mean we’d be too busy to have a day off for the wedding. “It was a hard…

Former Love Island star and animal lover Eyal Booker lives with goldendoodle Benji, snake Hissy Elliot and sphinx cat Gilbert. Eyal, 24, has been very aware of the pressing need to keep his pet pals in a regular routine to minimise the impact of lockdown on them. But with energetic Benji in particular, Eyal is aware of the problems with trying to follow social distancing rules when outside. “It’s a minefield when I’m out walking my dog – especially in London, with many others doing the same,’’ he says. “People love to stroke dogs, and other dogs are curious, so I’m keeping him on a tight leash and away from others.” Ensuring he has a good supply of the essentials for his pets – including mice for Hissy – has…

Single mum Danielle Mason, 37, whose half-sister is EastEnders star Jessie Wallace, lives with her two children, Rudy, eight and Delilah Rose, six, near Ascot. She says, “I’ve never been a big drinker. I didn’t start drinking alcohol until I was 24, and even then I wouldn’t drink loads, and could go weeks without touching a drop. “But I have to admit, since being in lockdown, it has made me reach for the bottle at 6pm every night – and I often finish it. “There are a few reasons behind it – one is that I’m self-medicating my anxiety. I’ve suffered for a few years, but I usually manage it by going to the gym for about an hour after dropping the children at school. The endorphins and having a…

Coronation Street’s Asha Alahan is set for a harrowing time in this week’s episodes, after a video of her is leaked online. The 16 year old records a clip of herself doing a striptease for her boyfriend, Corey – but the footage makes it onto the internet. Actress Tanisha Gorey, 17, who plays the troubled teen, says, “It destroys her reputation. People in the Street have seen her strip!” Sadly, the storyline is not uncommon in real life. Worrying statistics show four in ten kids aged 14 to 16 have sent an X-rated image and, of those, 32 per cent reported their partner had subsequently shared the images without their consent. Closer talks to Natalie Scavone, who was 14 when her boyfriend shared intimate pictures of her, and reveals how…

“I live in the Algarve hills in Portugal, and when the country went into lockdown, I knew it would be hard to get back to the UK because I have four dogs and two goats here that would need looking after. “I like my own company – the only thing I miss is that twice a week I’d go out to meet friends for coffee. You’re allowed to go to the supermarket for supplies, and the Portuguese are being very civilised – they’re abiding by the rules, people are standing 2m apart, and I’ve seen no panic buying. I’m taking the opportunity to have a clear-out, because I’ve got clothes dating back to when Kellie first came to life. I’m also finding things to do in the house. “I speak…

GET HER LOOK ASHLEY ROBERTS, 38 While still out and about recording her Heart FM show, Ashley nailed the casual-yet-chic look, with a shirt under a matching slip dress. The blouse will keep you smart for video meetings at home. Switch her heels for comfier pumps. DESIGNER DOUBLE VICTORIA BECKHAM, 45 A-listers have been embracing their loungewear during lockdown, including fashionista Posh. Naturally, hers are designer, from London label Asceno, costing £235! We’re all for investing in good sleepwear, but we’ve also tracked down some cheaper alternatives that won’t break the bank. This match from Pretty Little Thing will only cost you £25 and looks the real deal. GET POSH’S PJS FOR LESS ➜ Pretty Little Thing CEO Umar Kamani has donated his March salary to some struggling small businesses…

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Many of the UK’s charity shops and tips are closed, but you can still get rid of old stuff. For clothes and shoes in good condition, try eBay, Depop or Vinted. Visit their websites or apps for more information. The latest guidance is that there is a very low risk of coronavirus transmission from parcels, but follow eBay’s advice to keep risk minimal – wash hands, dispose of packaging, and respect social distancing rules. eBay also lets sellers donate money made to your choice of charity. For smaller items like books, visit Webuybooks.co.uk. For bulkier items, such as old furniture, visit Recycle.com to find out what can be recycled now.…

INSIDE KATIE’S FRIDGE • Eggs • Ham • Tomato puree • Greek yoghurt • Nutella • Grapes • Smoked salmon • Chicken • Garlic • Beef mince • Kiwis • Kale • Apples • Sweet potatoes • Spinach • Blueberries • Cherry tomatoes • Lindt dark chocolate • Tonic water • Parma violet gin VERDICT NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW SAYS, “It’s great that Katie eats lots of fruit and vegetables, doesn’t skip carbs, and has lean proteins like fish and chicken. She could up her intake of calcium-rich foods to protect bone health. Good choices include low-fat dairy, plant-based milks with added calcium, prawns, beans, nuts such as almonds, and green leafy vegetables.” FRIDGE HEALTH RATING 7.5/10 KATIE How much do you spend per week? Around £40 – it’s just me.…

FAMILY MATTERS SIMPLE MEDITATIONS TO CALM CHILDREN As the Easter holidays get underway and kids miss playing with friends, stress can hit. Here are Emma’s soothing techniques Research has found that meditation is more useful in helping children manage their behaviour than discipline, plus it provides kids with a lifelong strategy for coping with stress. One of the best traits children have is their ability to live in the present – and as this is one of the main principles of mindfulness, you should find that they connect easily with it. It’s all about “noticing” and being “fully engaged in the moment”. First, have your child squeeze different muscles in their body for five seconds, one area at a time, then slowly release. This will help them to understand how…

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