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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What is the royal line of succession, how does it work and who is next in line for the throne?
We've mapped out the royal line of succession and revealed who is next in line for the throne, including whether Prince Harry is still in line.
By Emily Stedman Last updated
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I'm a parenting expert – try my tips for carving out some ‘alone time’ this Christmas (we know it can be tricky)
Parenting expert Pamela Li answers parents' most-asked questions about raising children
By Selina Maycock Published
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'They don’t need to see mummy after a few wines’ relationship expert Anna Williamson draws 'a line' when partying with kids
Mum-of-two Anna Williamson shares why is more 'edited' when partying in front of her children
By Selina Maycock Published
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'The biggest mistake couples go through when they've had a baby', Celebs Go Dating expert Anna Williamson reveals how to fix it (and you're not alone in this)
Relationship expert Anna Williamson gives her advice on where couples are going wrong after having a baby
By Selina Maycock Published
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How many children do Coleen and Wayne Rooney have?
The couple's family life laid bare following new Disney+ documentary Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story
By Selina Maycock Last updated
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Who left Strictly this week?
As the BBC One contest is in full swing for 2023 we look at who left Strictly this week
By Selina Maycock Last updated
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The 164-year-old Swedish secret to raising happy and resilient kids - it's just 3 steps, and we're converted
Parenting expert and mum shares her fool-proof method for raising well-balanced kids
By Selina Maycock Published
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Prince William’s response to a schoolboy who asks him “How much money is in your bank account?” - it left us speechless
The Prince of Wales was quizzed about his finances during a royal engagement and his response to the schoolboy was surprising
By Selina Maycock Published
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Who was Dodi Fayed's girlfriend before Diana? Introducing Kelly Fisher
Those watching The Crown season 6 want to know who was Dodi Fayed's girlfriend before Diana, as audiences are re-introduced to Kelly Fisher in the first episode of season 6.
By Emily Stedman Last updated
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Prince Harry fails to ban Netflix from portraying his ‘rascal’ childhood in season 6 of The Crown
The Duke of Sussex had planned to stop Netflix from doing anything on him
By Selina Maycock Published
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Planning a pre-Christmas toy clear-out? This heartfelt initiative will help avoid a tantrum, and it even involves a trip to the pub
Your kids will want to give their toys away...
By Selina Maycock Published
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Norland Nanny shares top tips for common parenting dilemmas - and we bet Princess Kate loves #3
An expert lifts the lid on her go-to methods for tackling these common parenting dilemmas
By Selina Maycock Published
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Kate Middleton reveals how Prince Louis expresses his feelings at school, and it's a simple technique your kids could try
The Princess of Wales speaks about the clever way her youngest son can express his feelings
By Selina Maycock Published
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How did Dodi meet Diana? Their relationship is explained ahead of The Crown Season 6
Dodi Al-Fayed was in a relationship with Princess Diana when they both died in a car crash.
By Selina Maycock Last updated
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Smyths issues warning to parents about collecting Christmas presents, and if ignored it could be disastrous
There's a huge dilemma for parents who use its click-and-collect service and you won't want to get caught out
By Selina Maycock Published
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Huge news for Bluey fans! Why parents won't want to miss this epic new show, and here's everything we know
Kids will be kept entertained for longer, how will you spend the time?
By Selina Maycock Published
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Prince Archie and Lilibet record sweet birthday tribute to grandfather King Charles, we think Prince Louis would love to have joined in
The Sussex youngsters are said to have "delighted" the monarch with this grand gesture
By Selina Maycock Published
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Who left Bake Off last night?
Who left The Great British Bake Off 2023 last night and when can I catch up on All 4 are the questions on fans' minds
By Emma Shacklock Last updated
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The Crown Cast: Season 1 to season 6 actor guide and where you've seen them before
We break down The Crown cast from seasons 1 to 6, sharing who plays Queen Elizabeth, Prince Philip and other key Royal Family members throughout the series.
By Lucy Wigley Last updated
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One not to call the baby? Half of those with this 'embarrassing' name want to change it to shake off the 'dodgy' reputation'
The baby name that you might want to avoid
By Selina Maycock Published
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Is Fred Sirieix married and who is his daughter? Everything we know about the I’m A Celebrity campmate
Is Fred Sirieix married and who is his daughter? Let’s find out more about #TeamFred before he heads to Australia
By Lucy Wigley Last updated
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Gordon Ramsay’s strict parenting rules revealed after the birth of his 6th child, and #5 left us reeling
The celebrity chef and dad says he is 'firm but fair' but do you agree with these rules?
By Selina Maycock Published
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Prince Harry’s plans for a ‘British’ Christmas for Prince Archie and Lilibet - selection boxes for breakfast?
The Duke of Sussex is planning to give his children their first-ever British Christmas
By Selina Maycock Published
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Where is Mohamed Al Fayed now? Plus, what was his net worth
The Egyptian-born businessman lost his son Dodi in the car crash that also killed Princess Diana
By Ellie Hutchings Last updated