Rachel Cosma

1 month ago | firstforwomen.com | Rachel Cosma |Mirel Zaman

When Jennie Garth announced she’d had not one but two hip replacements—the first at age 48 and the second in 2024 at 52—the general response could be summed up as follows: Isn’t she too young for that? In fact, Garth herself opened up about feeling scared to talk about her hip replacement surgery due to the stigma around the procedure. “Sharing this moment with you all feels both scary and liberating,” the actress wrote in a September 2024 Instagram post.

Jan 22, 2025 | womansworld.com | Cheryl Robinson |Rachel Cosma

I’ve always struggled with my weight, but three years ago, I noticed something different—my legs, especially around my knees, started to expand noticeably. I went to see a doctor, who was quick to wave away my concerns with a deeply derogatory, “Well, it’s safe to say you don’t have a tapeworm,” commenting on my larger body.

Dec 30, 2024 | womansworld.com | Rachel Cosma

Few things are quite as frustrating as being unable to fall asleep at night. You spend the whole day exhausted and looking forward to bedtime, only to find you can’t find a comfortable position and you wind up tossing and turning for hours. While sleeplessness is fairly common, that doesn’t mean you have to spend hours counting sheep. Here’s how to go to sleep fast, according to the experts. What causes sleeplessness?

Dec 26, 2024 | womansworld.com | Rachel Cosma

Have you noticed stiffness in your joints as you get dressed in the morning, or achiness as you head downstairs to make coffee? This could signal arthritis, a degenerative condition that can impact any of your joints and make everyday activities painful. The good news: You don’t have to let stiffness or discomfort throw a wrench in your routine. Doctors say there are easy, inexpensive (or free!) arthritis self-care remedies that can make a world of difference.

Dec 5, 2024 | kansascity.com | Maggie Dillard |Rachel Cosma

For decades, historical fiction has remained one of the most popular genres in the literary world. But WWII novels are specifically in demand due to their high-stakes drama and action set amid sparkling portrayals of humanity, courage and sacrifice. These novels set between 1939 to 1945 are often told in dual points of view, switching between the present and the past.