The Girlfriend

Introducing our weekly newsletter, designed specifically for women aged 40 and above (yes, we’re talking to you, Gen-Xers!). This is a space for us to gather, chat, support one another, and explore how life is impacting us today. The Girlfriend is where we share authentic stories and essential information about our shifting health needs, changing relationships, career aspirations, and financial goals, along with the hottest trends. Like a close friend, we cover a wide range of topics—from binge-worthy TV shows and the latest beauty hacks to our frustrations with men, kids, and bosses. Rest assured, no topic is off the table!

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6 Tips To Help You Quickly Upgrade Your Wardrobe

2 weeks ago | thegirlfriend.com | Danielle Braff

Do you want to make new friends and connect with other fun and fabulous women? Then join our feel-good closed Facebook group, The Girlfriend Social Club, today. You'll love it!If you’re like me (working mom, living in leggings and T-shirts), you haven’t updated your wardrobe in years, maybe decades. Maybe you work from home and don’t see another adult human ever. Or, perhaps you just haven’t felt like stepping into a fitting room lately.
Don't Miss Out! Here Are Your Summer Freebies For 2025

2 weeks ago | thegirlfriend.com | Suzanne Hayes

Great deals are waiting! The Hot Deals newsletter delivers exclusive savings on health, insurance, travel, shopping, tech, home electronics & more—right to your inbox. Sign up today!Alright, Girlfriends, raise your drinks and take a big, refreshing sip, because it’s time to celebrate! We made it to another summer and you know what that means: It’s bathing suit, sunlight and gin-and-tonic season.
We've Just Launched The Girlfriend Social Club

2 weeks ago | thegirlfriend.com | Shelley Emling

This just in! We've launched a fabulous and feel-good closed Facebook community for women 40+, built on the belief that Girlfriend Power is everything, called The Girlfriend Social Club. Anyone who’s ever borrowed a tampon from a stranger in a women’s bathroom knows the special nature of the female support system.
Here Are All The Surprising Health Benefits Of Limes

3 weeks ago | thegirlfriend.com | Randi Mazzella

Want to connect with other women 40+, make friends, and have fun? Then join our new closed Facebook group, The Girlfriend Social Club, today! You'll love it!We all know that when life hands us lemons, we should make lemonade. But what should we do when it hands us fresh, ripe limes? Limes have always been a bit of an afterthought — good as a garnish for a club soda or a light squeeze on tacos, but otherwise not very popular.
Here Are 8 Of The Best Summer Books For 2025

1 month ago | thegirlfriend.com | Randi Mazzella

Do you love winning free books and connecting with other women who like to read? Do you enjoy hearing from your favorite authors? Then join our closed Facebook group, The Girlfriend Book Club, today. You'll love it!I don't know why being on the beach makes me clamor to read. I enjoy nothing more than sitting on a lounge chair by the ocean, sand on my feet, an umbrella overhead and a book in my hand. (And yes, I am totally old school.
Here Are 6 Creative Retreats Great For Self-Care

1 month ago | thegirlfriend.com | Sacha Cohen

Are you a woman who just loves to travel? Are you looking for travel tips and to find a travel buddy? Then join our closed Facebook group, The Ethel On-The-Go, today. You'll love it!When we were kids, creativity was part of everyday life. I remember spending hours at our kitchen table, elbow-deep in Play-Doh, or building a doll house from shoeboxes, sponges and other found objects around our house.
The Very Best Clothing And Sunscreen To Protect You From The Sun

1 month ago | thegirlfriend.com | Candy Schulman

Do you love winning free books and connecting with other women who like to read? Do you enjoy hearing from your favorite authors? Then join our closed Facebook group, The Girlfriend Book Club, today. You'll love it!Spring brings flowers, warmth and delightfully longer days. Sunshine cheers us up, especially after a long, cold winter, but we mustn’t forget the harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation it brings. The good news: the sun is full of Vitamin D, which helps absorb calcium for stronger bones.
5 Free Ways To Help Boost Your Energy Without Caffeine. Really!

1 month ago | thegirlfriend.com | Danielle Braff

Do you enjoy reading and winning free books? Do you like being able to question your favorite authors? Then join our closed Facebook group, The Girlfriend Book Club, today. You'll love it!It’s the middle of the day, and you’re falling asleep at your desk. You don’t want to risk drinking yet another cup of coffee, or you won’t be able to sleep tonight. So, what do you do? We were wondering the exact same thing (yes, we’re writing this article at 1:30 p.m. on a Monday, so we can totally empathize).
The Biggest Mistake You May Be Making When Empty Nesting

1 month ago | thegirlfriend.com | Randi Mazzella

Do you enjoy winning free books and hearing from your favorite authors — live? Then join our closed Facebook group, The Girlfriend Book Club, today. You'll love it!Since I was a little kid, I’ve always been a planner. I liked having a plan, making a plan and knowing the plan. Weeks before my birthday or school breaks, I would ask my mom, "What's the plan?" before she realized these events were coming up. My desire to plan continued into adulthood and especially revved up once I had kids.
Here's How Making A Midlife Pivot Can Change Your Life

1 month ago | thegirlfriend.com | Tess Clarkson

Sitting in my law office in lower Manhattan, I thumped my head on my desk, wishing I could change careers. Several strands of hair fell to the floor. At 42, I feared it was too late for a major pivot. Plus, I was petrified I’d go bald. After work, I dashed around the city seeking answers for my ongoing sporadic hair loss. An integrative doctor detected a leaky gut and restricted my diet. A fancy clinic did scalp treatments to stimulate growth.