Gemma Chandler
Gemma Chandler is a lifestyle writer specialising in kids' educational media across a range of topics including nature, history, science and geography across digital, print, social media and video channels.
She joined Creature & Co. at 2015, shortly becoming Digital Editor of National Geographic Kids magazine. Career highlights relaunching the NatGeo Kids website and developing the world's first educational chatbot for kids: Tina the T Rex (talktothetrex.com).
Latest articles by Gemma Chandler
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Fruit snacks for kids: the best and worst revealed!
We all know that fruits are sugary, but had you any idea that some of these fruity snacks were so very high in sugar? Some of the results are truly, positively, outrageous!
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Olly Murs reveals weight loss amazing in before and after photos
You've GOT to see these...
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What is clean eating? Food list and meal plans
We're hearing that this 'clean eating' business is doing wonders for women: giving them more energy, better skin, improving their mood... So, how does it all work? We explain...
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The stupidest things that have ever been said about breastfeeding
Everyone likes to have a go at sticking their oar in when it comes to breastfeeding, don't they?
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44 million babies have been born on the NHS, and now you can find out which one you were
What's your number?
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The 7 very real stages of a back to school photo
Oh it's that time again. September - the start of the school year - you can run but you can't hide...
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Mum shares honest pictures of autistic daughter after online critics say she's too positive
'This is what autism 'looks like''
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Marina Fogle talks about the stillbirth she suffered at 32 weeks
Wrote openly in The Times...
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Are these the worst neighbours EVER? Shocking letter demands child 'tones it down'
Neighbours complain about nextdoor's child's playtime in the garden, calling it 'disruptive'...
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#LightACandle: the beautiful way parents are sharing the grief of losing a child
Parents and celebrities are sharing images of burning candles in memory of their lost babies...
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You're going to fall in love with these unique kids' shops
You know the feeling you get when you discover a shop so pretty, you want to keep it a complete secret? Well you're about to experience that seven times over...
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The one little app that's going to change family life as you know it
From after school activities to shopping lists, this FREE app allows you to set anniversary and birthday reminders and share to do lists the whole family can see
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'Alopecia wasn't going to stop me getting a degree'
Gemma was 22 when her hair started falling out, but she wasn't going to let it get in the way of her big plans
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School closures: How to check if your child’s school is closed today
Are you trying to find out if your child's school is closed because of the snow? Follow our simple steps to help you search for schools closed in your area
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10 baby products you really DON'T need to buy
A Which? survey has revealed the items that new mums bought and found that they never used, which could have saved them up to £340...
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Make this fun 3D cactus craft
This craft keeps little ones busy for the mere price of some card, tissue paper and glue. What more could you want? Watch our easy how-to
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Lily Allen's humbling words on the tragic stillbirth she suffered four years ago
Lily Allen talks candidly about the tragic stillbirth she suffered four years ago in an emotional interview...
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Best baby wipes
We asked 10 lovely goodtoknow mums to test some of the most popular baby wipes on the market. But which won?
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How to make marquee letters
Attract some attention with these tropical-style marquee letters!
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Free milk for school pupils: will your child be entitled?
A real u-turn from the government as it announces plans to offer free milk to school kids, but not all will benefit...
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Should we stop calling our daughters 'bossy'?
Stars such as Beyoncé and Jennifer Garner are campaigning to ban the word 'bossy' to describe little girls who are assertive.
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Best Christmas books for kids
From tales of Santa and his sleigh to good ol' heart-warming classics that teach us the true meaning of Christmas, here are our favourite Christmas books that will get the whole family super excited for the festive season
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These mums in active military service are flying the flag for breastfeeders worldwide
Powerful photo aims to #normalizebreastfeeding
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Fun baby shower games (that aren't too cheesy!)
From baby food taste-testing to Jelly Baby ice cubes, these baby shower games are bound to have you all in stitches!
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