Woman's Day

Woman's Day, one of the oldest and most beloved of all the traditional women's magazines, is ever-evolving to fit the needs of modern readers.

EDITOR’S LETTER

our YAY! team • Meet some of the amazingly talented women who helped make your latest issue wow-worthy.

yay, SHE did! • Pam Rosener turned an idea to volunteer with her sons into a national movement bringing moms and boys together through service.

make THEIR day! • When we support each other, amazing things happen. Let’s show these small-business owners some love. Follow them on social media and shop their websites.

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From Clara to Curtain Call • As a girl, Katherine Horrigan dreamed of dancing in The Nutcracker. Decades later, as a single mom, she took a leap during one of the most uncertain moments of her life and built a stage for a new generation.

The Gift of Giving • For National Day of Giving, author Zibby Owens shares how helping others brightened her own difficult holiday in this excerpt from her new book.

HAPPY PIECES • Celebrate National Puzzle Day with a colorful idea from Play Together: Turn your family’s artwork into a homemade puzzle, then piece it together.

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The Case for a Quieter January • Your fresh start doesn’t require a longer to-do list. For World Introvert Day, give yourself permission to step back, catch your breath, and recharge—evenif you’re normally the life of the party.

OH, DEER! • Keep the holiday magic going for National Cream Puff Day! Filled with spiced pastry cream and sporting chocolate antlers, these sweet reindeer deserve one more sleigh ride.

Duck, Duck, Jeep! • These little ducks have a job beyond bath time: spreading smiles! For National Rubber Ducky Day, take a cue from “jeep ducking,” the tradition of leaving a rubber duck on another driver’s jeep, often with a friendly note. Even if you don’t have a jeep, surprise a friend with a duck and a message: “You’re just ducky!”

Keep Your Green Going • Your greenery brightens winter days—return the favor! For National Houseplant Appreciation Day, Sarah Burrows, cofounder of Modern Sprout, shares simple ways to give your indoor garden the TLC it needs.

let the good sink in • You have plenty to be grateful for, but are you slowing down enough to enjoy it? In this excerpt from The Gratitude Shift, Jamie Hess shares how paying attention helps us savor more.

I’M TURNING GODDESS! • Playing dress-up has no age limit! Ruby Jean’s Goddess Project celebrates women 70 and older—and the confidence, curiosity, and joy that keep life beautiful.

from the HEART with Candace Cameron Bure • In my column as your Chief Spiritual Officer, I share a meaningful verse that lifts my spirits and guides me in the right direction. I hope it does the same for you!

join our Stitch Club • Whether you’ve never picked up a crochet hook or you’re ready to dust off an old hobby, this is your invitation to stitch along with Vanessa Cornell. In each issue she’ll offer an easy, approachable project designed to build your skills and your confidence.

BEFORE BED with Agapi Stassinopoulos • Here’s a comforting prayer and reflection to help you end each day with peace. Let this be a quiet moment to release your worries before you close your eyes.

Life lessons • As WD’s Rabbi in Residence, I’ll share some ancient and universal Jewish wisdom that I hope will help everyone lead a more beautiful life.

Bonjour FROM PARIS • Ready for a recharge? We’re spotlighting one joy-sparking destination at a time—because every great trip starts with a little inspiration.

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