Ladies' Home Journal Facts for Kids

The Ladies' Home Journal was a popular American magazine for women. It was published by Meredith Corporation. The magazine first came out in February 1883.

It quickly became one of the most important women's magazines in the United States. This happened during the 1900s. Around 1907, over 1 million people subscribed to the magazine. This means 1 million people paid to get it regularly. In 2014, it started coming out four times a year instead of every month.

Magazine History
- Growth and Popularity
- Changes Over Time
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Magazine History

The Ladies' Home Journal was started by Cyrus Curtis. His wife, Louisa Knapp Curtis, was the first editor. She wrote a column called "Women and Home." This column was very popular.

The magazine aimed to help women with their daily lives. It offered advice on cooking, fashion, and raising children. It also featured stories and articles on important topics.

Growth and Popularity

The Ladies' Home Journal grew very fast. It was one of the first magazines to reach a huge number of readers. Its success showed that there was a big demand for magazines aimed at women.

Many famous writers and artists contributed to the magazine. This made it even more appealing to its readers. It often featured beautiful illustrations on its covers.

Changes Over Time

Over the years, the magazine changed its content. It adapted to the changing lives of women. It covered topics like health, education, and social issues.

In 2014, the magazine changed how often it was published. It went from being a monthly magazine to a quarterly one. This means it came out four times a year. The magazine stopped publishing new issues in 2016.