Vintage housewife aesthetic

Amy Sohn, an author who has penned new book Motherland, set in the Brooklyn locale, says that unhappy mothers in the area are addicted to antidepressants and drink alcohol in the afternoon.

Why nagging is so damaging to a relationship and tips on how to let go of the urge to nag and let love bloom

Take a fun look back at the stereotypical ’50s housewife, as she vacuums in heels, washes dishes wearing pearls, and makes everything practically perfect.

Retro renovate your kitchen into the mid century modern room of your dreams!

Why does food (and especially a sandwich!) always taste better when someone else makes it? My mother makes a simple but delicious sandwich every day for lunch. Always the same, she slices good hearth bread, slathers it with Hellman’s Best Mayo on both slices, adds a few squares of Swiss cheese and piles on several leaves of crunchy lettuce or occasionally baby spinach. On goes the top, and with a slice down the middle, there it is — the perfect sandwich.

Discover the top tips from wartime housewives on what to do with leftovers to turn them into delicious and satisfying meals. Reduce food waste, save money, and create sustainable meals with these leftover ideas.