Ellie Hutchings
Ellie is GoodtoKnow’s Family News Editor, having joined the team as a Junior Features Writer in 2022. Day-to-day, she covers everything from family wellbeing and relationship advice to hacks for busy families, and is no stranger to writing about the latest in the parenting world - Ellie can tell you just about every baby name that's trending, and that's not.
After setting her sights on a career in journalism as a teenager, Ellie started off as an intern at a local entertainment magazine where she wrote reviews and features, and interviewed one or two famous faces (Jason Donovan was a career highlight!). Following a year out of education, which consisted of writing, waitressing and travelling all over the world, Ellie started her undergraduate degree in Journalism at Cardiff University. She got stuck into student life, joining the netball team, radio station and, of course, the magazine, and graduated with a first-class degree and an award for the highest achieving student on her course. Since then, she’s achieved a Master’s in Magazine Journalism at Nottingham Trent University and a Gold Standard NCTJ Diploma. Previously, Ellie has worked with BBC Good Food, The Big Issue and the Nottingham Post, while continuing to freelance as an arts and entertainment writer. When she’s not got her nose in a book, you’ll probably find Ellie jogging around her local park, indulging in an insta-worthy restaurant, or watching Netflix’s newest true crime documentary.
Latest articles by Ellie Hutchings
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100 least popular baby names that have fallen out of favour in the last 30 years - is your name on the list?
Sorry Bill, Kirtsy and Nicole - these names may have been popular in the past but they've fallen out of favour in recent decades, according to research.
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Gen Z's happiness is most driven by a 'sense of purpose', according to new research - but data shows it declines as they reach adulthood
The number one thing that is driving Gen Z happiness has come as a surprise to some
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What is chroming? The dangerous viral trend explained, plus how to talk to kids about it
Concerned parents want to know what chroming is, after the dangerous trend has been linked to deaths.
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Reframing one simple habit could get your sex life back on track after having a baby, new research shows
Many parents struggle to get their sex life back on track after having a baby, but new research has shown how one simple habit could make all the difference.
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When is the next train strike? April 2024 dates
Here’s everything we know about when the next train strike will be
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Raising an anxious kid? Here are 6 things that mental health experts want parents to know (and #1 could be a game changer)
If you have a child who often experiences feelings of anxiety, psychologists have explained some ways you can respond when they're struggling with their emotions.
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Is Brandy pregnant? Bluey fans think the Heelers could be about to welcome a new cousin following the season 3 finale
Eagle-eyed Bluey viewers are wondering if Aunt Brandy is pregnant, following a touching moment in the season three finale.
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5 reasons why 'high-achieving women' may struggle with motherhood, according to a postpartum therapist - but we think all mums can relate
Motherhood is a huge adjustment for any woman, but a postpartum therapist has explained five factors that make is difficult for 'high-achieving women'.
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Instagram's latest update helps protect teen users from 'sextortion' and scammers - here are 3 key changes parents need to know about
Three new Instagram features are being introduced to help protect teens from 'sextortion scams' and encourage them to report harmful content.
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New research has linked video games to teen psychosis - here's what parents need to know
Teenagers who spend a lot of time playing video games are more likely to have a psychotic experience, according to a new study.
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Scientists say pregnancy can make you age faster - and it could add up to three months to your biological age
Though the effects might not be as dramatic for older mothers...
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Snapchat has turned off a controversial friend-ranking feature following reports of teen anxiety - here's what parents need to know
Snapchat has turned off its 'Solar System' feature following reports of teen anxiety. We've shared everything to know about what it is and the social media platform's other controversial tools.
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Carrying the mental load can be beneficial, research finds - but men still need to do more to ease the burden
The mental load is still being carried by women, but research has suggested that the responsibility has some benefits.
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Holidays with teenagers: 6 of the best holiday ideas for families with teens
Desperate for ideas for holidays with teenagers? We've asked the experts for the top options
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Is Bluey ending? What we know about the rumours around the kids' cartoon, as the Heelers put their house up for sale
Bluey's producer has shared an update on the show's future
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Meta under fire for 'highly irresponsible' minimum age change on WhatsApp, as investigation finds children are being exposed to 'terrifying' content
Social media giant Meta has been criticised by campaign groups and politicians for lowering the minimum age of use on WhatsApp to 13.
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3 tips to set screen time boundaries from parenting experts Dr Becky Kennedy and Professor Emily Oster - and #1 is an important reminder
Struggling to set screen time boundaries with your kids? Parenting experts Dr Becky Kennedy and Professor Emily Oster have shared three top tips.
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This daily habit all couples do could be killing your relationship, says expert - but the advice has proved to be controversial
An expert has warned that one common pastime could be ruining your relationship, calling it the 'lowest form of intimacy'. But not everyone is convinced...
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Trans children are being 'let down by NHS' amid gender identity debate, major review finds
A new review has found that the debate around trans issues has led to children unsure of their gender identity being 'let down' by the NHS.
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7 exam stress tips to help your child keep calm (and #5 is important for parents to remember)
Exam stress can be difficult to deal with – we've asked the experts how parents can help
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Parents of Michigan school shooter sentenced to at least 10 years for manslaughter in historic case
The parents of a school shooter have been jailed for manslaughter in a historic case, after giving their teenager a gun as a Christmas gift.
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This popular genre of TV could be harming your love life, says study - and here's the surprising reason why
Fans of Friends and How I Met Your Mother might want to consider introducing some more romantic TV shows onto their watch list...
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76% of children want to spend more time in nature, new research shows - but parents face these two common barriers
The National Trust has asked children and parents about access to the outdoors, and it's calling on the government to ensure that everyone lives within 15 minutes of a green space.
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Thinking about having a second baby? Turns out there is an 'ideal' age gap between siblings, according to science
Studies have looked into the impact sibling age gaps have on children, and one narrow window was shown to be beneficial for parents and kids.
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