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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Skull theory explained: Can you predict a baby's sex at 12 weeks? Our expert reveals all
We take a closer look at this method of determining whether you're having a girl or boy
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The best-selling baby products of all time: 2023's 16 most-sold items
Here are the best-selling baby products of all time — including teethers, toys and nappy disposal products
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Best personalised toy boxes, plus toy rotation - why it's important and how to do it
We’ve found the best personalised toy boxes for you and your little humans
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We tested the best toy advent calendars with our kids, these are the 12 you won't regret buying
Shop our pick of this year's best advent calendars with toys to delight kids
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Best baby bath toys 2024 for making bath time fun
What are the best baby bath toys to use in 2024? Everything you need to consider when choosing your little one's bath time entertainment
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Chinese birth chart: Will I have a boy or a girl?
A Chinese birth chart predicts whether you're expecting a girl or a boy, see for yourself...
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Is your child not settling at primary school? I moved my son within 4 months, now he goes in with no tears
Moving schools was the best thing I could do for my five-year-old, after four months of refusal I finally listened to him
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Top baby names from the last 100 years: From Logan and Robert to Tiffany and Martha
Find out the baby names that have been in the top 100 most popular names every decade since the 1920s
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Early signs of pregnancy: That weird feeling in your stomach and 22 other symptoms
Don't miss these early signs of pregnancy and oh-so common pregnancy symptoms
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Little one starting school? Here are six settling-in ideas to try from the Five Minute Mum
Starting school can be a little bit scary for our children so here are six ideas to try - number five is our favourite.
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19 great first day of school traditions to do with your kids
From time capsules and fairies to lunch box notes and fun photos - make the end of holidays fun with these first-day-of-school traditions...
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The 11 baby boy names parents 'like but won't use' according to a baby name expert
Cameron, Henry, and Liam are just two of the boy names parents ‘won’t use’ - keep reading to find out more
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35 back-to-school jokes - they're hilarious and educational (kind of)
The back-to-school jokes that will make the school run a (cringey) breeze
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40 Inspirational quotes for kids to motivate, inspire and share positivity every day
These inspirational quotes for kids offer words of hope and encouragement from the likes of Disney heroes and famous children’s authors.
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Twin names: 500 of the best baby name ideas for twin boys and twin girls
Ah, 'double trouble' (sorry)
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When to apply for secondary school 2024, and the 4 important dates you need to know
When to apply for secondary school 2024, plus we have five top tips from parents who've done this before
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15 travel car games to play on your next road trip that all the family will love
Travel car games can keep road trips light and fun - try the 15 we've found (we love #3)
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Kids get more than 65 days off a year, so ALL my annual leave goes on childcare - where's my holiday?
Approximately 65 days off a year, not including inset days or sick days...
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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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