Ironically, looking after yourself is one of the most important things you can do for your loved one, writes DR MICHELLE O'DRISCOLL. 

Never judge a book by its cover - an age old saying we all know well. Yet we all still do it, writes EMER O'CALLAGHAN. 

Susannah Ahern, Programme Heritage and Education Manager at Nano Nagle Place says she is fortunate to work with incredible colleagues who are equally ionate about sharing Nano Nagle’s story.

Twin sisters Therese Deane and Sue Nelson were both recognised at the recent Network Ireland Cork Businesswoman of the Year Awards. They tell EMMA CONNOLLY why sharing in the experience is the icing on the cake.

Ciara McCarthy tied the knot in recent weeks and says while she still feels a little giddy just referring to "my husband", that she is at a bit of a loss now the day has ed. 

Cork woman Tara Tait took a career leap in January when she started teaching Zumba. She tells CHRIS DUNNE the move has had surprising benefits.

Carbs can sometimes get a bad rap, but eating more wholegrains might actually be the link to better health, writes DR CATHERINE CONLON. 

Aisling O’Flynn, Officer Commanding LÉ Aoibhinn, says the Naval Service has been part of her life since she was a child. 

The Network Cork and Network West Cork Businesswomen of the Year awards take place this week. Ahead of the event, MARY CORCORAN highlights just some of the 56 remarkable women named as finalists.

Getting married in 2025?  A new report from Pinterest shows what’s trending this year, writes LARA OWEN. 

This week is Organ Donation Week and Julie Helen is urging people to tell their families their wishes around organ donation. 

Flying can have a huge impact on our skin. Here, WoW! beauty columnist Emer O'Callaghan shares her tips for keeping your skin hydrated on your travels. 

Joanne O’Brien initially trained in beauty therapy but, following a positive experience working on cruise ships after her training, moved into the travel industry. 

Awareness around sustainable fashion seems to be on the rise. EMER HARRINGTON met Katie Sloane, who runs a second-hand clothes shop in Cork , and asked her about our changing habits.

With socials and barbecue season coming into full swing, your prolific appliance needs to be up to par, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

From using too much product to vacuuming the wrong way, here’s how to fix those bad habits, says SAM-WYLIE HARRIS.

An exhibition of works by Fiona Boniwell has opened in Cork city.The artist chats to COLETTE SHERIDAN about the inspiration behind it and her ion for Kuk Sool Won.

Niamh O’Sullivan tells us about her career as an Opera Singer in WoW!

Cork student Emer Conway recently placed 29th in her age category at the Irish Dancing World Championships. She chats to JANE MCNAMARA about staying match fit, the weight of her costume, and Riverdance. 

As she approaches the end of her year as the Cork Rose, Shauna O’Sullivan reflects on her experience and tells EMMA CONNOLLY why she believes the competition continues to hold relevance. 

Cork women Fiona Devlin and Gillian Good are among of group of artists from Kinsale taking part in a new exhibition in Cork city. COLLETTE SHERIDAN chats to the artists about why they are drawn to the group.

SARA KEENAN spoke with running coach Arj Thiruchelvam and physiotherapist Michael Francis about how to best avoid injuries as a beginner runner.

Making an effort to always have something in the diary that you know is coming up can really help in those busy, frentic periods. It doesn’t need to be a trip abroad or an expensive indulgence, writes DR MICHELLE O'DRISCOLL. 

Julie Helen says she and her grandmother Lil, who ed away last year, shared great moments. 

Rosie Buckley spent 20 years living in the US before returning to Cork where she has established her own creative business. She chats to EMER HARRINGTON about moving home and finding her calling.

When Amelia McNamara felt she had to choose between career progression and being a mother, she decided to take a leap and start her own business. Amelia tells EMMA CONNOLLY she is now preparing to hire her first team member.

In January, 2024, Claire Nash called time on her iconic Nash 19 restaurant. In this month’s WoW Bites, she tells KATE RYAN about the difficult decision to close and starting a new chapter.

As marathon season is officially underway, having the right kit is crucial, and that doesn’t just mean your trainers, says LARA OWEN. 

In her weekly column in WoW, Julie Helen says he need to keep talking about Grace, and we need change. 

Sofia Kalfa, Managing Partner at Fzin Coffee explains how she decided to build the role that she wanted to work in. 

WorkEqual will host a free day-long career workshop for women in Cork on May 1. EMMA CONNOLLY finds out about the event and chats to one woman who says the programme helped her see her role with fresh eyes.

25 years ago, a unique BA in Visual Art was launched on Cork’s Sherkin Island. COLETTE SHERIDAN chats to Majella O’Neill Collins, one of its founders, about the highs, lows, and the future of the programme.

Looking after our health needs to be a conscious choice, something that is proactively put on the agenda by us, and put on there early, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll in her weekly column in WoW!

A Cork dance and choral group is this year celebrating its 10th anniversary. Founders Julie Murtagh O’Connell and Hayley Gould chat to CHRIS DUNNE about the success of the group. All through this time, Julie has been on her own cancer journey and credits the group with giving her a focus and great .

In a recent survey of women who experienced recurrent miscarriage, almost one in four people described their overall care as poor. DEIRDRE MCARDLE speaks with Professor Keelin O’Donoghue about new resources which have been launched aimed at improving the care of people who experience miscarriage.

Fashion and farming might seem like an unlikely mix, but they will be the focus of a new festival running in Cork next month. EMMA CONNOLLY chats to the mother and daughter duo behind the project, Mareta Doyle and Ciara Hunt. 

Karina Healy is Lantern co-ordinator at Nano Nagle Place. 

EMMA CONNOLLY meets three Cork women who graduated from MTU in recent months after completing their MA research. Their work puts the spotlight on three unique areas. 

EMER HARRINGTON meets Liora Omer, a qualified chemical engineer who retrained to be a chocolatier and now teaches people how to make their own chocolate at home.

The Dunlea sisters have returned to Cork to play siblings in a play opening at The Everyman this week, writes COLETTE SHERIDAN

Cork-based photographer Bella Daly is helping to capture stories of strength and resilience. CHRIS DUNNE chats to Bella about her Echoes and Edges project and meets Kerrie Downey, who was diagnosed with cancer at 39, and took part in the project.

COLETTE SHERIDAN meets Cork woman Kim Roberts, who went back to study art in her 50s, and  recently opened her debut solo art exhibition at Ballymaloe's Grainstore. 

The recent sunshine led Julie Helen's son, Ricky, to go digging for his summer clothes and.... wellies. 

CHRIS DUNNE meets Dr Ciara Staunton, who was recently appointed as the new National Project Director for Ireland’s Recognition of Prior Learning, and finds out about her vision for the project.

COLLETTE SHERIDAN meets artists Sarah Jayne Booth and Alison O’Shea whose works feature in ‘City of Ladies’, an exhibition currently running in Cork.

NIAMH COLEMAN meets Cork woman Maria Gillen, who has turned her ion into a full-time occupation. 

Cork author TINA PISCO reflects on her cancer journey and the importance of taking time to let her body heal.

In this month’s WoW! Bites, KATE RYAN meets potter Anke Barrett and chats about food, family and her work with Michelin star restaurant, The Chestnut.

Aimi Pinder found herself drawn to farming after taking some time to travel. Today, she and her partner are working the land at Cork’s Crooked Boot Farm. Aimi chats to CARMEL WRIGHT about her journey, family life, and her role as a facilitator with Education for Sustainability.

Ahead of Mother’s Day this Sunday, CHRIS DUNNE spoke with women in Cork about what the day means to them and how they plan to spend it.