Want to read inspiring real-life stories and experiences by women aged 40 and above? The Girlfriend has got you sorted! I first found The Girlfriend via Instagram when I saw an illustration that Dian Holton created for them, after that, I stalked the platform for weeks!
It is absolutely refreshing to find stories, experiences and shared needs by older women – they are real, truthful pockets of matured adventures, epiphanies, and beauties. The platform is a call to friendship and shared ownership by women and for women.
The Girlfriend Newsletter is a call to convene, confab, commiserate and learn more about the ways life is affecting right now. It’s a place where women (girlfriends ;)) share real stories and important info about changing health needs, evolving relationships, work and financial goals, and the latest, hottest trends. Just like a Girlfriend, these awesome women talk about everything from the most binge-able TV shows, the latest beauty tips to what makes them crazy about men, kids, and bosses.

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In The Girlfriend: The Day I Tossed My Birth Control Pills Away for Good. After 18 years on and off The Pill, I was done and done. Link in profile. (📸: @anaporta_ ) #tuesdaytruth #health #birthcontrol #thepill #genx

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Here’s something to celebrate: The Girlfriend’s Guide to Skinny Bubbly. If you’re watching your waistline, here are the best bottles for you. Link in profile. (📸: @gallery.stock) #fridaymood #champagne #lifestyle #sparklingwine #prosecco #drinks #cheers #friyay

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✨Words of Wisdom from Oscar-winning actress Anne Hathaway✨ (Illustration: @oheyliatin) #mondaymotivation #wordsofwisdom #goodadvicefromagirlfriend #actress #oceans8 @annehathaway

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Gray hair, don’t care. In the new Girlfriend: How to Survive Going Gray in Your 40s. What’s it REALLY like? Two women give us the scoop. Link in profile. (📸: Peter Hapak/@trunkarchive) #lifestyle #hair #grayhair #genx #hairstyle #haircolor #goinggrey #thursdaythoughts

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✨Words of Wisdom from singer/songwriter Kelly Rowland✨ ~ (Illustration: @orlaghmurphy / AD @dianholton) ~ #wordsofwisdom #mondaymotivation #goodadvicefromagirlfriend #singer @kellyrowland

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