These easy upgrades can channel a five-star vibe, says SAM WYLIE-HARRIS

Sabine Lenz, Founder and Creative Director, enibas Jewellery tells us about her career. 

Cork’s Christine Duff relished her time on The Traitors and says she would love the chance to do more TV in the future. She chats to EMMA CONNOLLY about her time on the show and her upcoming event to raise awareness of MS

This week I want to give you my top expert tips to be watching out for if you’re booking a beauty appointment, writes EMER O'CALLAGHAN. 

Pregnancy and infant loss occurs in 20-25% of all pregnancies and impacts families the length and breadth of Cork. Here, one WoW! writer describes her experience of loss, and shares her advice for impacted families.

Cork artist Marie Bryan is combining her scientific background with her artistic talent for a special exhibition running during Space Week. COLETTE SHERIDAN finds out more.

Olga Prins, of Olga’s Craft Studio in Ballincollig says patience and kindness is needed in her role. 

Cork GP Dr Doireann O’Leary says the adjustment of becoming a parent came as a shock to the system. She tells EMMA CONNOLLY about her experience of becoming a mum, and learning to lean into ‘mom life’.

This week I want to give my best office tips to help you look and feel fabulous and have you winter ready this season.

To mark National Breastfeeding Week, EMER HARRINGTON pays a visit to one Cork breastfeeding support group and hears how they are helping families to thrive.

To mark National Breastfeeding Week, Olympic athlete Sonia O’Sullivan spoke with Michelle McNamara, HSE South West Health Promotion department, about her breastfeeding journey.

Telling your family about a breast cancer diagnosis can be very difficult. CAMILLA FOSTER asks experts for advice on how to share the news with them.

From sculptural capes to heavy weight maxi skirts, LARA OWEN looks at what wardrobe staples to invest in this autumn/winter. 

A Cork mum and her daughter are celebrating after both graduating from UL this month, all while Ruth continued to work and while Orla was rowing competitively.

Cork woman Lorraine Egan says she can not remember a time when she was not in pain, and until recently, thought what she was feeling was normal. She talks to EMMA CONNOLLY about living with pain and her advice to others.

Aileen started farming because she wanted to, because it was a dream she wanted to fulfil, and it was a dream her partner shared, and so they just went ahead and did it without making any excuses, writes Julie Helen. 

TV presenter Anna Williamson tells Lisa Salmon why she had a fertility NCT

Emer O'Callaghan looks at on the myths and facts about the impact of sunbeds on our skin. 

Wendy Moore’s life changed dramatically after a car accident 20 years ago. She tells COLETTE SHERIDAN how painting gave her the release she needed.

TV’s Queen of Clean, Lynsey Crombie shares her tips for a September home reset with SAM WYLIE-HARRIS.

Niamh Smith, Sales Manager at Absolute Property Group tells us about her career in WoW!

Taking part in The Echo Women's Mini Marathon this month? Find out how you can support your chosen charity by doing so. 

Honestly, I feel like I’m getting married or something with the level of excitement building up, writes Brenda Dennehy. 

Cork woman Zoe McCurdy has a goal in life: To help other women who may be in mid-life or at a crossroads to be as fit, healthy, and empowered as possible, she tells CHRIS DUNNE

September is a good time of year to build positive habits. EMER HARRINGTON asks Jean Young to share her advise on how to make lasting changes.

Dearbhla Farrell, Head of Operations at Lugus Capital tells us about her career in WoW!

Being familiar with how your breasts usually look and feel will make it much easier to spot any specific changes, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll. 

Cork playwright Alison Teahan is bringing her debut play to the stage this month. She tells COLETTE SHERIDAN about her pivot from performing to writing and why she came back from New York to Cork

As a beauty doctor and skin specialist, it’s quite worrying how little the public know about the health of their nails, writes EMER O'CALLAGHAN. 

Noelle O’Regan is known for bringing happiness everywhere she goes. She tells SARAH HORGAN about plans for a new festival coming to the city’s streets next month.

Some well-known Cork women reflect on their summer and tell EMMA CONNOLLY how they like to ease back into their September routines.

For most, a urinary tract infection is a temporary annoyance that will pass. However, it’s important to recognise when you should be going to your doctor to seek treatment and further support.

LARA OWENS asks how your beauty routine can help undo the damage of summer on your skin.

Sandra Maybury celebrates 20 years in business this year. She tells EMMA CONNOLLY it hasn’t been without its challenges, but that she is grateful for the wonderful network around her.

Artist Mary St Leger comes from a long line of independent women - her seven times great- grandmother was the first female to be admitted into the freemasons. She tells AISLING MEATH about her family’s history and her ties to Doneraile

Sabrina Levis Morley jumped at the chance to go out on her own and open Gourmet Pantry in her home town in 2023. However, it was not without its challenges, and last year she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Still undergoing treatment, Sabrina tells EMMA CONNOLLY how the diagnosis changed her outlook on life.

While we love our sports in Cork, the game of life is the only game in town really, as we all work hard to be as fit and healthy as we can be for as long as we can, writes EMER O'CALLAGHAN. 

The Rose of Tralee International Festival is well underway in Kerry. Ahead of the event, EMMA CONNOLLY caught up with Cork Rose, Nancy Lehane.

Rosie Fuller, Account manager with FoodCloud tells us about her role. 

Cork leadership consultant, Barbara Nugent, works with organisations to help people get along better. She chats to EMMA CONNOLLY about the importance of listening and not being afraid to have difficult conversations.

Brenda Dennehy is brand ambassador for The Echo Women's Mini Marathon this year. In the lead up to the event, Brenda will be writing a weekly diary in WoW! 

There are fewer than six weeks to this year's event. 

Most of us have heard stories of sepsis and its sometimes tragic outcomes, but the symptoms of sepsis are not always well understood. 

Elena O’Driscoll, Trainee Solicitor at Comyn Kelleher Tobin LLP tells us about her career in WoW!

That man did a small thing in his world, but a huge thing for me, writes JULIE HELEN. 

Once a staple in your grandmother’s wardrobe, the nightie is back. LARA OWEN asks why, and finds out how we can embrace the trend.

This is what you need to comprehend if you think a career in beauty is for you, says Emer. 

Moving during the day will help prepare your body and mind for sleep at night, writes CAMILLA FOSTER.

Medical tattoo specialist Aislinn Horgan has worked extensively with cancer patients and survivors, and more recently began offering gender affirming tattooing. She tells EMMA CONNOLLY her role can be very uplifting.

Lorraine Hogan’s debut film celebrates a Cork community’s dedication to restore an important part of their history. She tells COLLETTE SHERIDAN about the project.