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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Scottish baby names
These Scottish baby names could be perfect for your wee arrival...
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Thought your kids were bad? 19 children that’ll make yours seem holy by comparison
Hilarious #kidsaretheworst Instagram account shows the trials and tribulations of parenting
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England flag face paint
Let your little ones show their support for their fave players with this cool England face paint design - they'll love it!
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Dawn French discusses 'challenges' of raising adopted daughter Billie in rare interview
The 58-year-old comedian said mothering an adopted child hasn't all been plain sailing...
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Postnatal depression: the husband's story
Many men are affected by their partner's postnatal depression. Here, Stephen Wren shares his experience and his advice...
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11 best educational apps for kids
Check out our round-up of the best educational apps for your tech-savvy kids!
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28 things to do before you're 10 and a half
28 magically fun things for kids to do before they grow out of the kiddy stuff (is it just us or is it happening earlier and earlier?)
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Weird beauty treatments you won't believe!
Bird poo facial madam? Or perhaps a semen hair mask? Have a read into the weird and wonderful world of extreme beauty treatments...
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Parents’ anger over school headmaster who bunked off in Brazil
A headteacher who took time off work during term for 'personal reasons' apparently went to watch England in the World Cup...
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This latest birthing craze is dividing opinion - would YOU try it?
How do you feel about this?
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Mum's hilariously honest cards encourage other mums: 'You're doing a brilliant job'
Even if there are a few slip ups along the way
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Couple name their baby son Gary to stop the name from dying out
Name was recently reported to be 'dying out'
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The 6 very real pains only mums of LEGO lovers will know
Those innocent little interlocking plastic bricks have got a lot to answer for...
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Bernie Nolan loses battle with breast cancer
Singer Bernie Nolan, has lost her long fight with breast cancer at the age of just 52...
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JK Rowling pens all-new story about the grown up Harry Potter
Harry Potter fans. Muggles. Hold on to your pointed hats, because we've got some VERY exciting news for you...
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School tells parents children must have a DOCTOR’S NOTE to use the toilet during lessons
Is this REALLY necessary?
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10 essential foods your kids should be eating
Here are 10 foods you'll want to make sure your kids are eating... they're so good for them!
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And the favourite kids' TV presenter of all time is....
Names in the running were Noel Edmonds, Pat Sharp and Ant and Dec, among others, but who came out victorious?
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Pregnant Adele Silva on miscarriage tragedies: 'I'm excited but I always touch wood'
The former Emmerdale star admits she hasn't truly enjoyed her pregnancy for fear of something going wrong...
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Little girl invites the Queen to her birthday party - and gets a marvellous response
If you don't ask, you don't get
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American Apparel proves sexy has no expiration date, with 62-year-old lingerie model
American Apparel has proven sexy has no expiration date, by hiring a 62-year-old lingerie model
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This baby's adorable tongue-out expression is actually a sign of something far more serious...
The condition only affects around 1 in every 14,000 babies...
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A hidden danger? We investigate why some schools are banning loom bands
Concerns have been raised about the safety of loom bands after a boy lost the circulation in his fingers, with many schools now banning the bands. Do you think they're a menace or harmless fun?
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Myleene Klass: Interview Rihanna? But it's parents' evening!
We chat to Myleene about all things motherhood, from lazy Sundays to taking the girls to work to parents evening...
By Gemma Chandler Published