Selina Maycock
Selina is a Senior Family Writer for GoodtoKnow and has more than 16 years years of experience. She specialises in royal family news, including the latest activities of Prince George, Charlotte, Louis, Archie and Lilibet. She also covers the latest government, health and charity advice for families. Selina graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2006 with a degree in Journalism, and gained her NCTJ and NCE qualifications. During her career, she’s also written for Woman, Woman's Own, Woman&Home, and Woman's Weekly as well as Heat magazine, new! magazine, Star magazine, Now magazine, and Bang Showbiz. Selina spent six years as Acting News Editor, News and Entertainment Reporter at the Scunthorpe Telegraph where she dug into hard news stories, conducted interviews, covered court reporting, wrote features, entertainment, and travel pieces, whilst going to gigs in her spare time. Whilst at the paper she was awarded an O2 Media Judges' Special Award for helping a terminally ill cancer sufferer realise his dying wish and marry his childhood sweetheart through a successful newspaper campaign. Things like this are close to her heart when it comes to using journalism to make a positive difference in people's lives. When she's not interviewing celebrities you can find her exploring new countryside walking routes, catching up with friends over good food, or making memories (including award-winning scarecrows!)
Latest articles by Selina Maycock
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15 'life-saving' questions to ask your child if they’re online gaming - plus 5 expert tips for keeping your kids safe
If you can't stop your teenagers from online gaming, at least arm yourself with these questions to help keep them safe
By Selina Maycock Published
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Paw Patrol is one of the 10 most popular kids’ apps that are 'spying' on users, accessing camera devices and sharing data, a new study reveals - so what you can do to stop it?
60 per cent of the most popular kids apps have access to your child's social media data, do your kids use any?
By Selina Maycock Published
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King Charles expected to give his son Prince William this ultimate honour within the next 10 years to ‘complete the family circle’, expert reveals
Former royal butler Paul Burrell has shared his thoughts on the huge change expected between King Charles and Prince William's father-son relationship
By Selina Maycock Published
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Dad bans his pregnant daughter from using this one baby name (the dad is Lionel Richie, but still...)
The singer has put his foot down when it comes to baby names for his unborn grandchild
By Selina Maycock Published
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Prince William has gifted Kate £540k worth of jewellery and expert reveals sweet links to their children (one piece is an on-trend treasure for mums)
As Valentine's Day approaches could there be another jewellery piece gifted by the prince?
By Selina Maycock Published
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We think Prince Louis would LOVE to let off steam with this Top Toy of 2024 (and you can pre-order it for your kids too)
The Wales youngster is expected to be excited over the release of the new Godzilla x Kong remote control toy
By Selina Maycock Published
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Another royal family fall-out predicted as Kate Middleton’s uncle Gary Goldsmith is tipped for Big Brother 2024 and he ‘won’t hold back on Meghan and Harry'
Kate Middleton's uncle Gary Goldsmith is rumoured to have signed up for Big Brother 2024 and why it could spell another Royal Family fall-out
By Selina Maycock Published
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'Don't let go of my hand' the NSPCC launches new online support for parents and their poem sums parenting up in 30 seconds - and hits hard
The NSPCC launches a campaign to support parents as three in four are anxious about their child's mental health, a new study shows
By Selina Maycock Published
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Kate Middleton uses this simple trick to ensure Prince George, Charlotte and Louis stay on good terms with the neighbours and it’s so easy, your kids could try it too
The Princess of Wales knows exactly how to leave a lasting impression on their neighbours
By Selina Maycock Published
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Exclusive: Gameshow host Stephen Mulhern on why board games are better than computer games (and how you can get your kids to make the swap)
TV presenter and magician Stephen Mulhern has lifted the lid on why board games are more beneficial to families than computer games
By Selina Maycock Published
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Almost half of parents blame the lack of parental leave for impacting the decision to start a family, a new survey claims
Parents think paternity leave is 'outdated' as they admit parental leave was a factor when deciding whether to start a family.
By Selina Maycock Published
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97 of the best Valentine’s Day quotes for all the family - romantic, rude and funny
Struggling with a sweet sentiment for your lover's card? One of these Valentine's Day quotes will do the trick and convey exactly what you want to say.
By Selina Maycock Last updated
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Meghan Markle set to swap the school run for learning scripts as she’s offered ‘dream role’ in new Suits spin-off show
The Duchess of Sussex is expected to juggle work with being a mum ahead of her reported return to screen
By Selina Maycock Published
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15 Valentine's Day poems to melt your loved one's heart
Say 'I love you' with these Valentine's Day poems. We've rounded up our favourites ahead of February 14th...
By Ellie Hutchings Last updated
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Exclusive: Matt Edmondson just shared his genius parenting hack for picky eaters – and we're not surprised it works so well
The BBC Radio 1 DJ and dad of two has lifted the lid on how he gets his children to stop being so picky at mealtimes
By Selina Maycock Published
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This expert parenting tip tried and tested by mum-of-two Drew Barrymore will give you a simple, but effective, way to console your upset child
The mum-of-two admits this parenting expert tip 'changed my life' as she shares simple way of consoling upset kids
By Selina Maycock Published
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Prince Harry ‘has to put Meghan Markle first’ above his love for Royal Family and body language expert reveals ‘they’ve never been stronger’
Royal expert Angela Levin on Prince Harry putting his wife 'first', above his love for the Royal Family as body language expert Darren Stanton analyses their latest red carpet PDA
By Selina Maycock Published
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Valentine's Day origins: Who invented it and why do we celebrate?
The true origins of Valentine's Day will likely surprise you, with its roots steeped in pagan celebrations and parading the streets of Rome naked.
By Selina Maycock Last updated
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5 ways to make sure your child is successful - whatever their ability (and it turns out parents are actually ‘worst-placed’ to spot a star in the making)
If you want to encourage your child without being too pushy, here are some top expert tips on how to 'unlock your child's hidden potential'
By Selina Maycock Published
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Fisher-Price is selling a ‘Stanley Cup’ dupe toy for babies, and it’s going to seriously upgrade their tea-party play and it’s proven to ‘encourage alphabet’
The Toy firm has brought out a toddler-friendly version of the viral 'Stanley cup' and it's giving us tea-party envy
By Selina Maycock Published
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Kate Middleton expected to step back by ‘cutting ties’ and ‘spending time with friends’ as part of her post-op recovery (while some charities will miss her, we hope she doesn’t turn her back on the Early Years)
The Princess of Wales is recovering in hospital from 'planned abdominal surgery' and is set to scale down her royal workload
By Selina Maycock Published
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Why do we celebrate Burns Night? Plus, 5 fun facts for kids
It's that time of year again when the neeps and tatties are served, but do you know what the celebration is all about?
By Selina Maycock Published
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Want your teen gamer to sleep better? Here are 6 expert tips to ensure the screen isn’t keeping them awake all night (and #3 is so worth it)
If you can't get your kids off their computer screens during the day, you can at least make sure they get a good night's sleep with these top tips...
By Selina Maycock Published
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Screens aren't the only reason kids aren't playing outdoors, according to UK charities (and we remember #3 from when we were kids)
The Government are being pushed to prioritise outdoor space where children can play as new inquiry begins
By Selina Maycock Published