Amanda Chatel
School
University Of New Hampshire
Expertise
Sexual Wellness And Relationships, Reproductive Rights, Mental Health
- Amanda has had the honor of interviewing some pretty heavy hitters, including sex education icons Dr. Ruth and Betty Dodson, world-renowned anthropologist and expert on the science of love Dr. Helen Fisher, as well as the owners and CEOs of feminist sexual wellness brands Dame, Le Wand, and Unbound.
- Having been an outspoken advocate for child-free women through her work, Amanda has been interviewed by the NY Post, Time, Daily Mail, and Slate.
- In 2019, The League included Amanda in their "15 Inspirational Feminists Every Single Person Should Follow on Twitter" list.
Experience
Amanda has been a professional writer for 13 years. She was a sexual wellness and relationship journalist for Bustle for seven years and is a regular contributor to SELF, Shape, and Glamour. Her work as also been featured in Harper's Bazaar, The Atlantic, Elle, Men's Health, Cosmopolitan, New York Magazine, The New York Times, among others.
Education
Amanda has a bachelor's degree in English and master's degree in Creative Writing from the University of New Hampshire.
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Stories By Amanda Chatel
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John Steinbeck's famous work has been banned many times throughout the decades.
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While pregnancy during perimenopause may be less common, it's not out of the question. Until a woman reaches menopause, it's still possible to conceive.
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Surrogacy is the only viable option for some people who want children. However, it doesn't come without significant costs both before and during the pregnancy.
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Dating app Happn takes that missed connection concept and digitalizes it. But like all dating apps, it's not perfect and not everyone loves it. Here's why.
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If your 40s are creeping up on you, here's how much water you need to be consuming.
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Pregnancy is hard. Delivery is hard. And determining when you're ready to have sex after having a baby is hard. Here's what you need to know.
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Liz Cheney has become a formidable presence in Washington, and has faced a number of hurdles to get to where she is.
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Pope Francis, 85, is beginning to experience difficulty keeping up with his often hectic schedule and is potentially considering stepping down soon.
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Just because someone says they're a feminist, doesn't mean they are. But here's proof that Kelsey Grammer is a feminist.
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Abercrombie & Fitch was a popular clothing company for teens in the '90s and '00s, but the controversial history of the label might surprise you.