Sarah Handley
Sarah is GoodtoKnow’s Consumer Writer & Money Editor and is passionate about helping mums save money wherever they can - whether that's spending wisely on toys and kidswear or keeping on top of the latest news around childcare costs, child benefit, the motherhood penalty. After Sarah graduated from University of Wales, Aberystwyth, with a degree in English and Creative Writing, she entered the world of publishing and is now a writer, journalist and editor with more than 15 years' experience on a range of titles including Real Homes, Homebuilding & Renovating, The Money Edit and more. Sarah is all about the latest toy trends and is always on the look out for toys for her nephew or Goddaughters so that she remains one of their favourite grown ups. When not writing about toys or family finance, Sarah can be found hanging out with her rockstar dog Pepsi, getting opinionated about a movie, book or podcast, and trying her best to learn British Sign Language.
Latest articles by Sarah Handley
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Best kids' winter boots: perfect pairs for cosy toes
Beat the Arctic blast by kitting the kids out in boots made for more than just walking
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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12 of the best kids' puddle suits: Cute and cool options to keep them dry
It might be raining outside but the best kids' puddle suits mean the fun can continue no matter the weather
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Best Disney Frozen toys for kids of all ages 2024
Shop our edit of the best Disney Frozen toys
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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These are the best Christmas games for families 2024, according to our trusty panel of testers
The best Christmas games for families to get your festive season off to a great (and slightly) competitive start
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Mum shares the 4 times M&S Food was actually cheaper than Aldi, and it'll challenge everything you think you know
One mum has gone viral thanks to her eye-opening price comparison between Aldi and M&S Food
By Sarah Handley Published
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Cheapest places for your Christmas dinner staples revealed in new research, but where does your usual supermarket rank on the list?
New research has ranked the nation's favourite supermarkets from cheapest to most expensive for Christmas dinner essentials
By Sarah Handley Published
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'I need to split myself in two to be a working mum' New report lays bare the 'disproportionate impact' childcare has on a mother's career
New research has highlighted the struggle working mothers have trying to balance their work and family life
By Sarah Handley Published
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Tooth Fairy tax is a thing, and it's doubled within a generation, but here are 4 money-alternative ideas you could try instead
Today's parents are paying considerably more for this family tradition than their parents did
By Sarah Handley Published
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When does Cyber Monday end and are the deals as good as Black Friday?
Wondering when Cyber Monday ends and how good the deals are? We've got you covered
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Quick! Amazon Black Friday Week ends at midnight tonight, but there are still great deals up for grabs
Go, go, go!
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Black Friday vs Cyber Monday: Which one has better deals?
Cyber Monday is here, but are the discounts as good as they were on Black Friday? Here's everything you need to know
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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LIVE: Best Lego Black Friday deals to shop now
The best Black Friday Lego deals brought to you in real-time
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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How to recycle LEGO: can you stick it in the recycling bin and what else can you do with old bricks?
Knowing how to recycle LEGO is essential for families looking to declutter their toy stash and free up some space
By Sarah Handley Published
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When does Black Friday end? Timings of the annual sale weekend explained
Black Friday 'weekend' is here, but it pays to know when the Black Friday sales end so you can bag a bargain before it's all over
By Sarah Handley Published
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Nintendo Switch vs OLED - check out the differences, similarities and discover which is better value for money
If you're confused by the whole Nintendo Switch vs OLED debate, worry not. We explain what you need to know - without the technical jargon
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Last chance! Get £10 tickets to major UK attractions, including Cadbury World and LEGOLAND Discover Centres in the Merlin Cyber Monday sale
That's a saving of up to a whopping 52%!
By Sarah Handley Published
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How much will my energy bills cost? Use our energy calculator to find out
Use our calculator to find out how much your energy bills will cost now that the January 2024 price cap has been announced
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Is child benefit going up in 2024?
Child benefit going up in 2024 will be good news for parents struggling with rising costs
By Emma Lunn Last updated
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Child benefit warning for parents as payment cut off looms
Parents of 16 and 17 year olds could risk losing their child benefit payments at the end of November
By Sarah Handley Published
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What is the motherhood penalty? We look at just how women are paying for having children and why
New research estimates that three in four single mothers will struggle to afford essentials in their retirement thanks to the motherhood penalty
By Sarah Handley Published
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Is Black Friday really worth it, and how much can you actually save?
Even if you can tell your gems from your duds, are the discounts over Black Friday and Cyber Monday actually worth it?
By Sarah Handley Published
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Martin Lewis reveals the reason why energy bills will be higher for some families over winter, even though prices have dropped
Wholesale energy prices might be coming down, but many families will still face expensive bills over the winter months
By Sarah Handley Published
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What is Aldi's new Price Lock and what does it mean for your Xmas food shop? (Trust us, it's good news)
With some families planning to invite fewer people for Christmas or cut back on Xmas lunch staples, Aldi's new initiative could lend a festive helping hand
By Sarah Handley Published
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13 ways to save money on TV streaming services including Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney+
With both Netflix and Disney+ upping their prices, follow these tips to dodge the hikes when you can
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated