Debra Waters
Debra Waters is an experienced online editor and parenting writer. She also has a strong background on health, wellbeing, beauty, and food. She currently writes for Goodto and Woman&Home, and print publications Woman, Woman’s Own, and Woman’s Weekly. Debra has written for What to Expect, Everyday Health, and Time Out. In addition, she has had articles published in The Telegraph and The Big Issue. She also studied for an MA in Creative and Life Writing from Goldsmith's University in 2019.
When she’s not parenting, cooking new dishes, or trying (in vain) to make her cats Instagram stars, Debra writes fiction – she won the Bridport Short Story Prize in 2020, which led to an interview on R4’s Woman’s Hour, and her stories have been long- and short-listed in a number of writing competitions.
Latest articles by Debra Waters
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Best kids board games 2020
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What is bullying? Different types of bullying to look out for and how to help kids
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Treat yourself to these luxury items - all under £15 on Prime day!
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Save £18.25 on this luxurious Sanctuary Spa Gift Set - that's almost half price!
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Amazon has nearly a third off Aperol so you can enjoy a cheeky Spritz this weekend
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Lidl’s shaded sun lounger for pets is a must-have garden accessory for the hot weather
Lidl’s bestselling Zoofari Dog Bed with Sun Shade is back from Thursday 25th June and it’s just £20.
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11 signs of stress - and expert tips on how to deal with them
What stress is, how to cope with the symptoms, and where to turn for help.
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Menopause symptoms: What are signs of menopause starting?
Spotting signs of menopause? You may have questions. Because they vary between women, you may notice changes that you're not sure are menopause symptoms.
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How to make paella
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Best Christmas sacks 2020 from personalised sacks to Poundland bargains
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Water birth pros and cons: Should you have a water birth?
Are you thinking about having a water birth? Three experts explain the pros and cons of giving birth in water
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Restless Legs Syndrome: Causes, home remedies and treatments
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) affects one in 10 of us, including kids. Symptoms can be unpleasant and even distressing. Here's what it is and how to treat it.
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Flu symptoms, treatments and when to see a doctor
With numerous strains of colds, flu and Covid-19 to contend with, it's helpful to know what the main flu symptoms are and how to treat the virus.
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Why migraine sufferers could have a hard week
If you’re one of the 14.7% of people globally that’s a migraineur, summer can be a particularly difficult time
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How to make cake pops
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How to make pizza sauce
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How can I make Christmas fun? 23 ways to have an enjoyable Christmas in 2020
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What are the stages of the menopause? Pre, peri, post and menopause explained
As women, we battle against our hormones, arguably from our teenage years through to older age. And there are waves to overcome in later life, in the forms of perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause.
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8 remedies for cracked heels and what causes them
Get those soles summer ready.
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Why pregnant women and new mums are among the hardest hit by mental health issues during lockdown
A survey aimed at pregnant women and mothers of 0-4 month old babies has found more than 50% are struggling with anxiety, fear and loneliness in quarantine.
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Signs of depression – 11 symptoms to look out for
Depression affects nearly one in five adults in the UK, but when do feelings of sadness become a mental health issue?
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The McDonald's breakfast items finally back on the menu
It's been three long months of a life without McDonald’s breakfasts but as of today the famous fast food chain is serving its iconic morning menu
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'I tried the rubber band parenting method to make me a more mindful mum'
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'I’ve never felt alone' Charlize Theron opens up on being a single mum
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