Debra Waters
Debra Waters is an experienced online editor and parenting writer. She also has a strong background on health, wellbeing, beauty, and food. She currently writes for Goodto and Woman&Home, and print publications Woman, Woman’s Own, and Woman’s Weekly. Debra has written for What to Expect, Everyday Health, and Time Out. In addition, she has had articles published in The Telegraph and The Big Issue. She also studied for an MA in Creative and Life Writing from Goldsmith's University in 2019.
When she’s not parenting, cooking new dishes, or trying (in vain) to make her cats Instagram stars, Debra writes fiction – she won the Bridport Short Story Prize in 2020, which led to an interview on R4’s Woman’s Hour, and her stories have been long- and short-listed in a number of writing competitions.
Latest articles by Debra Waters
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Pregnant with twins: Everything you need to know
It's twice as nice but is it twice the work? If you're pregnant with twins then you'll probably have a lot of questions. Here, we take a look at the ways your mulitple pregnancy may be different.
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Why do women give birth lying on their backs?
It's all down to King Louis XIV...
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Lochia: What you need to know about postpartum bleeding
Lochia is a symptom of just what your body goes through after giving birth, find out more...
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How to ice cupcakes
From simple buttercream flowers to professional-looking piping, these decorating techniques will beautify your baking...
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Panic attack symptoms, triggers and how to calm down
Panic attack symptoms can affect us physically, mentally and emotionally - here's how to ease them, according to medical experts and therapists
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14 home treatments for dandruff, as recommended by doctors and hair experts
If you have an itchy or sore scalp start with these home treatments for dandruff. You may even wish to try some before your scalp is producing flakes.
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Low carb breakfast: 18 easy low carb breakfast ideas
If you're following a low carb eating plan, the ketogenic diet, or the low carb, high fat diet (LCHF) then you will be in need of some delicious low carb breakfast ideas to start your day.
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Why do I crave sugar? Causes of sugar cravings and how to stop them
If you're someone who suffers from sugar cravings you'll know how hard it is to give up the sweet stuff. But you're not alone.
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What are the stages of the menopause? Pre, peri, post and menopause explained
As women, we battle against our hormones, arguably from our teenage years through to older age. And there are waves to overcome in later life, in the forms of perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause.
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11 signs of stress - and expert tips on how to deal with them
What stress is, how to cope with the symptoms, and where to turn for help.
By Anna Bailey Published
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What is postnatal depression and what treatment is available?
Everything you need to know about spotting whether you have postnatal depression
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Breastfeeding and thrush: Symptoms, treatment and how to prevent it
All you need to know about thrush and breastfeeding
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What is prenatal depression? Symptoms, signs and support
Prenatal depression, or antenatal depression, is far more common than you may think...
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What is the Atkins diet: the four phases, foods to eat, pros and cons
Arguably one of the most famous low carb eating plans, the Atkins diet has both its fans and critics. Here's what it involves.
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Best hangover foods – and foods to avoid on a hangover
Sore head after a night out or your office party? Try these hangover-busting recipes from baked eggs to blueberry pancakes...
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Daily sugar allowance for children: How much sugar should children have?
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Is ketchup healthy? The best ketchup brands with reduced or no sugar
Do you love the red stuff but ever ask yourself 'is ketchup healthy?' We asked how much sugar is in regular ketchup and suggest lower-sugar alternatives.
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How to quit sugar: 13 expert tips and methods to quit for good
Nutritionists explain how much sugar is too much - and how to control of your intake
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18 low calorie fruits that are best for weight loss and dieting
Did you know that some fruits are lower in calories than others? From apples to raspberries, we’ve rounded up low calorie fruits all under 100 calories...
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Canned salmon recipes: 22 things to make with tinned salmon
Make the most of tinned salmon with this selection of canned salmon recipes - you won't know which one to make first...
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Why is my stomach bloated? Causes and 10 ways to reduce bloating
Sick of that swollen, uncomfortable bloated belly feeling? Read all about the common causes for a bloated stomach and how to tackle them.
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Is couscous healthy? Couscous nutrition facts and benefits
We regard this versatile ingredient as a staple but is couscous good for you?
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Prime day gin deals: Save up to a THIRD OFF flavoured gins from the likes of Hendricks, MALFY and Sipsmith
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Bloated after eating bread? 6 breads that won’t make you bloat
We look a various breads, including sourdough and gluten free breads, to avoid bloating
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