Stephanie Lowe
With over 13 years' experience as a digital journalist Stephanie is a wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to all things family and lifestyle. From food and drinks to interiors, Royals, kids days out and quick crafts.
Stephanie started her journalism career at The Sun's TV Mag as junior writer before moving on to Woman's Own magazine and website as the Lifestyle Writer. In addition to lifestyle, Stephanie has also created articles for BT.com at Press Association as the Family and Homes Editor before moving onto an Assistant Editor role at Essentials magazine, developing the print and digital offering of the women's lifestyle title.
Following this, Stephanie was Commercial Content Editor at Hellomagazine.com. In addition Stephanie also spent many years freelancing as a Senior Editor at TI Media's leading website goodto.com, where she was highly regarded as an authority on family-focused content.
Stephanie lives in Kent with her husband and son, Ted. Just keeping on top of school emails/fund raisers/non-uniform days/packed lunches is her second full time job.
Latest articles by Stephanie Lowe
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What is wrap around care? I share all the info on the 6 types available
Get a head start with our comprehensive list on wrap around care - there's 6 to choose from!
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Days out in Kent - 10 of the best places (trust us, kids will love #7)
These days out in Kent are not to be missed, and some are completely free to do
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The top 10 post-war baby names making a comeback, and Karen is top of the list apparently
Baby names come and go, and come and go - take a look at these post-war baby names on the brink of a comeback
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15 easy paper crafts to cut, stick and hang with the kids
Easy paper crafts are a great way to work on fine motor skills with the kids - all that cutting is good for the hand muscles
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14 tuff tray ideas, including cutting, counting, and creating - your kids will love them
The humble tuff tray has the power to keep your little one engaged and learning, and we have all the inspiration you need
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The 13th birthday party ideas that are so good your pre-teen might not roll their eyes...
We found 10 of the best 13th birthday party ideas - they almost make us want to be 13 again... almost.
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Succession baby names: 28 names for boys and girls inspired by the popular HBO show
Romulus, Shiv, Rhea, and Cyd these Succession baby names are powerful, popular, and a little on the unusual side. Could one of these suit your little one…
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Mud kitchen ideas - I found four mum-approved easy setups to keep your kids engaged
Knowing what to do or how to use a mud kitchen can be a challenge for some parents, here we share ideas and accessories that are great to use with a mud kitchen
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Nub Theory: What is it and how it predicts your baby’s sex at 12 weeks
Some believe you can tell a baby's gender by the 12-week ultrasound picture - we investigate the Nub Theory to find out if it's true...
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How to check if your baby's bed is safe; from cots to moses baskets
How can you be sure your baby is safe in their bed? Here we take a look at baby bed safety and all the possible steps you can take to improving it...
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How to get a baby to sleep - and the 7 expert tips to try tonight
How to get a baby to sleep can be tricky and very baby-led, depending on your parenting style. Here we talk to sleep experts and other parents on how they get their baby to sleep
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Teacher strikes 2023: Everything you need to know, including whether you have to send your child to school on strike days
More teacher strikes are planned, so here's what you need to know about how it will affect your family.
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How to keep your house cool in summer
How to keep your house cool in summer can seem like a losing battle - it doesn't have to be, with these practical tips from the experts.
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Can babies get hay fever? Symptoms to look out for and how to treat them
Hay fever in babies can easily be confused for a common cold or teething - here's how to spot the difference.
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Active sleep in newborns - what it looks like, why it happens, and how long it lasts
Active sleep in newborns is a stage of sleep that might not be what you expect... read on to find out more
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A newborn sleep schedule - is it needed? Doctors and sleep experts share the facts
Will a newborn sleep schedule work? Let's find out...
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Baby waking at 5am: The expert reasons why and how to stop it
Baby waking at 5am means a really long day for some parents
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5 Ikea high chair accessories I wish were about when my kid was younger
5 Ikea high chair accessories I wish were about when my kid was younger
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A baby sleep TikTok hack - with over 2 million views - comes with stark SIDS warnings
Desperate, sleep-deprived parents may try anything to get more than two hours of shut-eye, but this TikTok viral baby sleep hack comes with stark SIDS warnings
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My kid hated his high chair - here are 7 expert-approved tips I tried to make mealtimes less of a battle
My kid hated his high chair - here are 7 expert-approved things I did to make mealtimes less of a battle
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I was the first of my NCT group to 'admit' I bottle-fed my baby - and I’ll never forget the reaction
I was the first of my NCT group to 'admit' I bottle-fed my baby - and I’ll never forget the reaction
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4 memory games for kids that I play with my 5-year-old to help him focus
Memory games for kids - to help improve focus and concentration skills, they're fun, engaging, and useful - take a look through our top picks
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I hate playing with my 4-year-old, am I a bad parent? Two experts answer all
Many parents struggle to play with their young kids, and it's okay... normal even. We speak to the experts to get the low down on how to navigate this time
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Instant Vortex Plus 6-in-1 air fryer with ClearCook review
We put the Instant Vortex Plus 6-in-1 air fryer through its paces and reveal all you need to know before you buy.
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