Devan McGuinness

Devan McGuinness has been a trending news and entertainment writer at Fatherly since 2019, covering a wide range of topics from politics and health to entertainment, parenting, and lifestyle. She tackles everything from the latest discoveries from space and what’s happening with student loans to changes at Disney Parks, what celebrities say that make them go viral, a parent’s role in politics — and everything in between.

With over ten years of experience in digital media, Devan is a trusted voice in the parenting space, honing her instincts for creating engaging editorial and social strategies that tap into the topics that matter most to parents. She has worked with many leading media brands, including Disney, Parents.com, POPSUGAR, Mom.com, Distractify, Scary Mommy, and more.

Devan is also an award-winning advocate 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, and neonatal death. As a disabled person, Devan is equally passionate about promoting visibility and inclusion for disabled voices in parenting spaces.

Devan lives in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with her husband, their four kids, and four cats. In her free time, she’s probably watching the latest reality TV drama unfold or rewatching every cat and goat video online instead of going to bed at a reasonable hour.

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What's In A Name?

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A TikToker and baby name consultant listed the vintage baby girl names that are beautiful — but not trendy, if unique is your thing.

Old Timey!

This Viral Twitter Thread Of The "Old Person" Things We All Do Is Hilarious

"What 'old person' things do you do?"

Date Night

This Hilarious Viral Reddit Thread Proves We Can't Handle Long Movies

Are movies too long, or are we too old?

What's in a name?

This Quirky, Nature-Inspired Baby Girl Name Is Trending In Just One State

This name is one of the state’s top five most popular girl names. However, it hasn’t made the shortlist in any other state.

Stay Safe!

No, Big COVID-19 School Lockdowns Are Not Around The Corner

Here’s why you shouldn’t worry about general lockdowns at all.

Dad Lessons

Dwayne Johnson’s Heartfelt Tribute To His Late Dad Is Full Of Bittersweet Wisdom

Dwayne Johnson talking about his dad is brilliant.

What's in a name?

This Lovely Baby Girl Name Is "Blooming" Up All Over The Place

In Vermont, one floral-inspired baby girl name is rising in popularity — surprise, it’s not Lily!

Screen Time

Drew Barrymore Is No Screen Time Snob — But Her Boundaries Make Perfect Sense

Drew Barrymore seems to have found something that really works for her kids.

Fish Are Friends

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Why that’s good news for families (and sharks).

What's In A Name?

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Boomer Wisdom

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Sometimes our parents knew what they were talking about.

Show Your Kids!

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The last time a super blue moon appeared was Jan. 31, 2018, and we’ll have to wait a long time until the next one.

The Purple One

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Never-heard-before music from the Purple One is coming.

Forty Fitness

Kevin Hart's Warning About The Realities Of Being Over 40 Shouldn't Be Ignored

"Respect that age."

Family Pet

Ready To Get Your Own Family Fido? Be Prepared To Shell Out If You Live In These Cities

If you live in one of these five cities, brace yourself for the cost of adding a family dog into the mix.

What's In A Name?

Serena Williams Welcomes 2nd Daughter With The Sweetest Name

Welcome to the world, little one!

Car Seat Safety

These 6 Cars Have Fixed An Unavoidable Pain Point For Parents Of Young Kids

Cars.com ranked 2022-2023 vehicle models that solve the most frustrating part of driving with young kids.

Travel

Are These Really The Biggest Tourist Traps In The United States?

Researchers compiled a list of major tourist traps to avoid. You decide if they’re right.

EVs

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With some 64,000 charging stations mapped in the U.S. and Canada, you can go far... very far.

lemon-aid

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Thanks to the Blink-182 drummer, this was a summer one 9-year-old boy will never forget.