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Sally Lindsay front cover of Brood Magazine

Sally Lindsay is one of Britain’s best loved actors and presenters, best known for her roles as Shelley Unwin in ITV’S Coronation Street, Lisa Johnson in Sky One’s comedy series Mount Pleasant, and as Kath Agnew in the BBC sitcom Still Open All Hours. As well as Sally’s impressive on screen career, she is also co-founder of the award winning production company – Saffron Cherry – and is responsible for creating and writing a number of hit shows such as Scott and Bailey and Madame Blanc Mysteries. Alongside her accomplished career, Sally is also a loving and dedicated mum of 4; Step Mum to her two step children – Kristabel and Curtis, and Mum to her twin boys – Victor and Louie, aged 12. We were lucky enough to chat to Sally, and we couldn’t wait to find out all about her journey, how she managed to juggle family life alongside such a successful career and what she has learnt along the way!  

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Scenic UK Hotels with Breathtaking Views

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Beyond the Bottle: The Allure of Limited Edition Whisky

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How to Choose the Right Fabric for Workwear Embroidery

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Honoring Loss and New Beginnings: National Rainbow Baby Day

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For National Rainbow Baby Day, we spoke with Anastasia Shubareva-Epshtein—mum of one and founder of the Carea App—about her personal journey through loss, hope, and new beginnings. Anastasia opens up about the emotional complexities of pregnancy after loss, the importance of breaking the silence around miscarriage, and how her experiences inspired her to create a support-focused app for women navigating similar paths.

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The Labubu Doll Craze—and What It Teaches Us About Trends through History

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Beat the Heatwave: Budget-Friendly School Holiday Activities for All Ages

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How Black Alloy Wheels Can Change the Look of a Car

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What to Look for in a Competitive Insurance Provider

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Why Your Bed Frame Might Be Ruining Your Sleep (Without You Realising)

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7 Parent Hacks for Surviving the School Holidays

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When Love Goes Global and a UK Civil Partnership Visa Makes It Possible

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Building confidence as a working parent: how to show up authentically in business

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How to Plan a Spontaneous Vacation – Booking a Cruise at the Last Minute

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