Our relationship with clothes changes as we age, so says EIMEAR HUTCHINSON who has a new perspective on the fashion she buys - particularly since Covid

A graduate of UCC has penned a book called Sex Educated for students, parents and teachers. JENNIFER HORGAN catches up with her to find out more

EMMA CONNOLLY catches up with some of the finalists in the Network Cork Businesswoman of the Year Awards taking place next week

It’s been a tumultuous few years for the restaurant industry. KATE RYAN catches up with Aishling Moore, head-chef and co-owner of Cork eatery Goldie, who is tackling issues like gender ratios, work-life balance, and sustainability - while hanging on to its Michelin Bib

Whether it’s your choice or theirs, it can be hard to know what to do for the best, says Claire Spreadbury

As The Menopause Success Summit comes to Cork this week, EMMA CONNOLLY talks to its founder, Catherine O’Keeffe, The Wellness Warrior

The warmer weather is drawing people outdoors. EIMEAR HUTCHINSON relishes this time of year, when her attention turns to getting the garden ready for summer

Emma Connolly catches up with a Fermoy woman, living in Ballintemple, who started a new baking business

Crafter Assumpta Lydon knows how comforting memory teddies can be, having grieved the death of her husband from pancreatic cancer, writes MARY HASSETT

Ladies who Launch is a new initiative supporting women who had or have breast cancer to get back to exercise, writes CHRIS DUNNE

The Network Cork Business Woman of the Year Awards takes place at the end of this month

As living costs soar, now is the time to get a handle on money matters, says PRUDENCE WADE, as she shares some expert tips for getting on top of your finances

The new date showed that women in Ireland are waiting nearly twice as long as men to receive a heart failure diagnosis.

The ways in which mothers might still be struggling with the repercussions of having a baby during Covid could be mild, moderate or severe.

If you are planning a self-catering family holiday, there are a few things you should probably pack, says EIMEAR HUTCHINSON, who reflects on a recent vacation

Ahead of the first of three Cork gigs in 2022, actress and comedian Deirdre O’Kane chats to AISLING MEATH about why women need to take more care of themselves, her joy at the return of live stand-up, and hanging with a Cork comedian Stateside

In this month’s WoW! Bites column, KATE RYAN talks to Shannen Butler-Keane who marks a milestone in business this year

A health care assistant from Coachford is the new Miss Cork. EMMA CONNOLLY catches up with her to find out about her plans for the exciting year ahead

The Woman for Woman project in Cork is supporting female Ukrainian refugees arriving in Ireland, writes PAM RYAN

There's a very exciting development this month in the fight against Covid-19, writes Michelle O'Driscoll

We all love a good gadget - and EIMEAR HUTCHINSON has come up with her own definitive list of the ones that will make your life easier that have proven their worth in her home

Two sisters have teamed up and brought their life passions together for a new venture - a rooftop workout and food, called Brunchfit, writes PAM RYAN

‘Women Unremembered’ is a new solo exhibition by Cork-based artist Oonagh Hurley. NICOLA DEPUIS chats to the artist - who is also behind the recently unveiled Lady Opera at Cork Opera House

West Cork based mum Lisa O’Callaghan has contributed to a new cook book in aid of Bru Columbanus - which she and her family used when her son was born prematurely, writes COLETTE SHERIDAN

In this month’s ‘She’s Inspirational’ column, NICOLA DEPUIS looks at the medical genius of Dr James Barry - aka Margaret Bulkley

Coping with emotional distress can be difficult, but what can parents do to stop their children hurting themselves? Lisa Salmon reports

EIMEAR HUTCHINSON reflects on her decision to be a stay-at-home mom, and her hopes it will give her children the confidence to do what they want in life

In the last part of ‘Food Smarts’, our two part WOW! series on food budgeting, KATE RYAN looks at food waste, how to preserve food, and what to do with leftovers. Catch up on week one at EchoLive.ie

Two entrepreneurs have been honoured for their innovative business ideas by Future Kinsale - Rustic Thistle Farm and Landscape

A 10-mile run in Cobh recently included a dedication to Ashling Murphy, and members of her family and friends attended, reveals AEDIN JOHNSTON

Two female authors have organised a special event for Cork World Book Festival, to mark the book launches missed during the pandemic, writes COLETTE SHERIDAN

If you’re experiencing symptoms of thrush and have never had it before, the advice is to see a GP, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

Anyone feeding a family will have noticed their grocery bills creeping up in the past few weeks. EIMEAR HUTCHINSON, who has a family of six, shares some tips.

Panic attacks can be extremely frightening - but there are ways to manage and prevent them. KATIE WRIGHT finds out more

In the first of a two-part series called ‘Food Smarts’, KATE RYAN looks at how to budget for your weekly food shop, how to get better bang for your buck, and what bargain buys to pop in your trolley

A Cork-trained cook, Fiona Staunton was inspired by her own early menopause to help educate and inform other women at this stage of their life about the power of diet, says EMMA CONNOLLY

Two women have an exhibition at the Lord Mayor’s Pavilion in Fitzgerald’s Park this month, writes AISLING MEATH

There’s a new woman at the helm: Marion Gleeson has taken up the role as South West Regional Commissioner with the Girl Guides, writes EMMA CONNOLLY

Embracing the little things can make a big difference. But as Abi Jackson explores, there’s no magic quick-fix

In her weekly column Dr Michelle O'Driscoll looks at attachment styles

From air bikes to pickleball, these new workout fads will help break you out of any rut, writes PRUDENCE WADE

As the Rebound Arts Festival gets underway this Friday, PAM RYAN talks to some of the women taking part

A new book features the life stories of 13 Cork women, from before the War of Independence to the Civil War, writes NICOLA DEPUIS who talks to the author

In this month’s WoW Bites! column, KATE RYAN talks to the woman behind Kinsale Food Tours, Suzanne Burns, about what led her to setting up her business

The launch of Ireland’s first Traveller Graduate Network takes place today. JENNIFER HORGAN talks to one of the founding members, Breda Hogan

PRUDENCE WADE finds out how we might be able to narrow the gender pay gap and achieve true equality for women in the workplace

Ahead of Alzhimer's Tea Day next month, Dr Michelle O'Driscoll looks at dementia

It’s been a tough two years for people working in the arts, as singer LINDA KENNY recalls ahead of a very special show

EIMEAR HUTCHINSON reflects on her ongoing battle to be organised in a busy household - and shares some tips

It’s been a rollercoaster two decades for Lithuanian woman Inga Garrote writes EMMA CONNOLLY

In our monthly column on Cork’s inspirational women - past and present - called 'She's Inspirational', NICOLA DEPUIS tells us about Mary Aikenhead - a friend of the poor

Ovens woman Helen McGonagle wanted to give back to cancer research, in gratitude for the expertise she benefitted from, following her own diagnosis, writes CHRIS DUNNE

A woman who lost her aunt to ovarian cancer is auctioning the late artist’s work this week, to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society, writes EMMA CONNOLLY

Kristen Stewart leads the biggest fashion statements on the Oscars red carpet says Prudence Wade

Mum-of-four Eimear Hutchinson reflects on motherhood, ahead of Mother’s Day this Sunday March 27 - and has a challenge for other mums...

Mother’s Day can be quite an emotional and meaningful day, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

NICOLA DEPUIS asked people living in Cork what was their mother’s best trait - as we gear up to mark Mother’s Day this Sunday, March 27

Ahead of Mother’s Day, SARAH HORGAN catches up with women who had babies over the past 12 months

NICOLA DEPUIS finds out about a mural project aimed at remembering the woman who have died by violence at the hands of men in Ireland

There’s a lot of stigma around mothers feeling angry. But it’s natural and normal - and we need to talk about it, says LAUREN TAYLOR

A Cork theatre is currently streaming a play written by a woman about her breast cancer diagnosis, writes NICOLA DEPUIS

Karen O'Connell features in our My Wardrobe

Have you heard of social prescribing? Dr Michelle O'Driscoll examines it in her weekly column

A West Cork mum is on a mission to teach children about gratitude. MARTHA BRENNAN catches up with Yvonne Duggan, who was inspired to write the series during the pandemic

Glanmire businesswoman Izabella Sikora has previously told WoW! about the hardship she endured during difficult times -here she talks to CHRIS DUNNE about how she brought funds raised in Cork to Poland to help Ukrainian refugees fleeing war

For Endometriosis Action Month, TV presenter Anita Nneka Jones talks to PRUDENCE WADE about her frustrating journey - both before and after getting diagnosed

A British MP is the latest high profile figure to open up about his battle with dyspraxia - following in the footsteps of actor Daniel Radcliffe and model Cara Delevingne, who also have the disorder. LISA SALMON outlines some of the signs to watch out for

Holding a party at home for children can be daunting at the best of times. EIMEAR HUTCHINSON shares some tips and advice to help things go smoothly

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll shares some advice on how we can navigate our mental wellbeing in the current climate

Two women who found solace from our waterways during lockdown showcase a new exhibition this month, writes COLETTE SHERIDAN

This year marks 40 years since a Cork boutique selling new and nearly new designer labels opened in Cork. JENNIFER HORGAN talks to the owner about how business has evolved

Artist, designer and florist, Kelly O’Sullivan chats to LINDA KENNY about her blossoming business, The Flowersmith Studio, in Glanmire

The Women in Business Expo returns to the Marina Market this weekend. EMMA CONNOLLY talks to the organiser Sian Horn and some of the businesses involved

In her weekly column, Sue Russell reflects on what International Women's Day means to her

Read columnist Julie Helen's weekly column

Munster Technological University (MTU) will mark International Women’s Day with a special event, writes EMMA CONNOLLY - who finds out more about the college’s work promoting diversity and equality

In her weekly column Dr Michelle O'Driscoll talks about the inspirational Brene Brown

Lots of significant progress has already been made in the field of gender equality globally, but alot more needs to happen, says Gillian McGrath

We continue our celebration of International Women’s Day with further musings on the theme, Break the Bias

Women from the world of politics, activism, business and education have their say to mark IWD

Having avoided Covid-19 for the past two years, EIMEAR HUTCHINSON finally tested positive. Here she shares her family’s experience and what she’s taking from it

Ahead of International Women's Day on March 8, Editor of Wow! Elaine Duggan asked women working and living in Cork to share their views on this year’s theme ‘Breaking the Bias’

Editor of WoW! Elaine Duggan reached out to Cork women to ask them to have their say on the theme of this year's International Women's Day - Break the Bias

In her monthly column, WoW! Bites, KATE RYAN chats to Cathy Fitzgibbon, aka The Culinary Celt, about mindful eating and her new book

As a study finds sleeping too late (or early) is linked with higher rates of heart disease, ABI JACKSON finds out more

How can you raise resilient children - so they can deal with setbacks and disappointment in life? So asks EIMEAR HUTCHINSON, mum of four, in her weekly column

When her dad passed away at the start of the pandemic, it pushed Rhona Abbey to follow her dreams, writes EMMA CONNOLLY

Promoting mental health and wellbeing for our families at home doesn’t need to be hugely complicated, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

Ahead of her talk at the Lesbian Lives Conference in Cork next month, NICOLA DEPUIS talks to Scottish crime writer Val McDermid about growing up gay, her writing and her upcoming trip to Leeside

As we continue our monthly series on inspirational Cork women, today NICOLA DEPUIS tells us about Nora Herlihy, pioneer of the Credit Union movement in Ireland

A two-day international conference, called Lesbian Lives comes to Cork next month, writes NICOLA DEPUIS, who looks at the phenomenal line-up

Parents say the pandemic has made children less active. Getting out and about as a family is good for everyone’s mind, body and soul, writes SAM WHYLIE-HARRIS

Two authors of teenage parenting guides explain some of the many infuriating things teens say and do. LISA SALMON reports

As we return to 'normal' Julie Helen says she has decided to build the life she  wants now

The theme of this year's International Women's Day on March is Break The Bias. We want Cork women to have their say...