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Devan McGuinness

POPSUGAR Contributor

Devan McGuinness (she/they) is a Canadian disabled writer, editor, and social strategist who covers politics, entertainment, parenting, and lifestyle. Devan has contributed to POPSUGAR, Fatherly, Parents, Scary Mommy, Mom.com, and more over her 10-plus years in digital media, specializing in stories that matter most to families. Devan is also an award-winning advocate who has been recognized for making a positive impact on the world through social media as the founder of Unspoken Grief, a resource and support site for people touched by miscarriage, stillbirth, or neonatal death.

Latest Posts From Devan

The Mastitis Treatment Recommendations Have Changed. Here's What to Know

04/09/2024

The Mastitis Treatment Recommendations Have Changed. Here's What to Know

Bringing a new baby into the world is full of new experiences, and parents who are breastfeeding have their own unique challenges, including potentially having to figure out how to treat mastitis.

"Sharenting" May Be Common, but How Does It Affect Kids?

03/08/2024

"Sharenting" May Be Common, but How Does It Affect Kids?

Parenting in today's digital-first, social media world comes with unique challenges that generations before us didn't have to navigate.

Parenting Without Diapers: Elimination Communication Explained

02/15/2024

Parenting Without Diapers: Elimination Communication Explained

One of the first things new parents learn when welcoming a baby into their lives is that raising a child isn't cheap.

Should Schools Call Home When Kids Change Gender Identity?

02/13/2024

Should Schools Call Home When Kids Change Gender Identity?

State laws and regulations attacking the LGBTQ+ community continue to pop up all throughout the country.

The Water Bottle Wars Are Still Raging — These Are the Front-Runners

02/12/2024

The Water Bottle Wars Are Still Raging — These Are the Front-Runners

We knew that people were particular about the best water bottles, but we had no idea how passionate people could get — until Stanley cups hit the news yet again.

"Mom Rage" and Why It's More Than Just Feeling Mad, According to an Expert

01/24/2024

"Mom Rage" and Why It's More Than Just Feeling Mad, According to an Expert

A good mom should have a certain set of qualities (even if those qualities are wholly untethered from reality): You speak with a soft and gentle voice.

Is Intensive Counseling For 6-Year-Olds Really the Solution to "Childhood Obesity"?

12/21/2023

Is Intensive Counseling For 6-Year-Olds Really the Solution to "Childhood Obesity"?

Conversations around weight are tricky enough to tackle and process as an adult.

Anxiety in Children Isn't Always Easy to Spot — Here's How and What to Do

10/31/2023

Anxiety in Children Isn't Always Easy to Spot — Here's How and What to Do

Parenting can be an incredible journey, but it's definitely not without its challenges.

How to Interpret Those Dreams About Being Pregnant

10/21/2023

How to Interpret Those Dreams About Being Pregnant

Have you ever suddenly woken up from a deep sleep, thanks to a dream you were fully convinced was real?

10 Great Travel Bags For Your Next Family Trip

10/12/2023

10 Great Travel Bags For Your Next Family Trip

Going away on vacation as a parent — whether for a week or just a weekend — requires some planning, including packing up the right travel bag.

So Your Child Came Out to You — Now What?

10/06/2023

So Your Child Came Out to You — Now What?

When Angélique Gravely was a young adult, she had known for some time that she identified as bisexual but held off on telling her mom.

10 Comfy, Stylish Sneakers That Are Perfect For Busy Moms

10/06/2023

10 Comfy, Stylish Sneakers That Are Perfect For Busy Moms

Moms understand the demands of raising kids are boundless — and that means being ready and prepared for whatever the day brings is requisite for the job.