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Deniz Sahinturk

POPSUGAR Contributor

Deniz is a writer and editor based in New York City who is passionate about creating queer, fat-positive, and sex-positive content. When she's not writing you can find her trying new restaurants and bars, reading anything she can get her hands on, or trying new workouts.

https://www.denizsahinturk.com

Latest Posts From Deniz

Worried About Your Child's Adjustment to Kindergarten? Here's What You Can Expect

Aug 6, 2021

Worried About Your Child's Adjustment to Kindergarten? Here's What You Can Expect

Most of us know what an important milestone kindergarten is for children — but it's just as important a milestone for parents.

Cartoons Are Finally Embracing the LGBTQ+ Community, and It Means the World to Me

Sep 23, 2020

Cartoons Are Finally Embracing the LGBTQ+ Community, and It Means the World to Me

Western animation has never been more beautifully queer.

It Takes Longer Than You'd Think For Cats to Become Friends — Here's What Experts Say

Sep 23, 2020

It Takes Longer Than You'd Think For Cats to Become Friends — Here's What Experts Say

There is no denying that cats are straight up adorable.

Teaching Your Kids to Swim Doesn't Require a Pool — Here's What Experts Recommend

Sep 16, 2020

Teaching Your Kids to Swim Doesn't Require a Pool — Here's What Experts Recommend

Swimming is an important skill to have, so a lot of parents are eager to teach their kids how to swim as soon as possible.

OK, Once and For All: What Is the Best Fabric For Bed Sheets?

Aug 24, 2020

OK, Once and For All: What Is the Best Fabric For Bed Sheets?

Are you looking to improve your sleeping situation?

Wondering If You Should Get a Face Shield For Your Child? Experts Weigh In

Aug 21, 2020

Wondering If You Should Get a Face Shield For Your Child? Experts Weigh In

If you have kids, there's no need for us to tell you how hard it is to be a parent during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

What to Know About the USPS's Financial Problems and How to Help

Aug 17, 2020

What to Know About the USPS's Financial Problems and How to Help

The United States Postal Service has been in financial trouble for some time now, reporting $8.8 billion in losses in 2019, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only added to its woes.

When I Was Alone in a New City, Joining a Queer Soccer Team Helped Me Find a Home

Jun 18, 2020

When I Was Alone in a New City, Joining a Queer Soccer Team Helped Me Find a Home

I have never been an athletic person.

4 Cool Alternatives If You Don't Want to Take Your Partner's Last Name in Marriage

May 10, 2020

4 Cool Alternatives If You Don't Want to Take Your Partner's Last Name in Marriage

While I know it's not for everyone, I personally think marriage is romantic as heck.

Single and Social Distancing? It's Normal to Feel Lonely

Apr 27, 2020

Single and Social Distancing? It's Normal to Feel Lonely

We'll go ahead and say it — social distancing is hard.

I Struggle With Depression, and When I Was at My Lowest, Running Helped Me Find Happiness

Apr 15, 2020

I Struggle With Depression, and When I Was at My Lowest, Running Helped Me Find Happiness

I've lived with depression for many years now.

I Tried a Breakup App to Help Me Get Over My Relationship, and This Is What Happened

Mar 30, 2020

I Tried a Breakup App to Help Me Get Over My Relationship, and This Is What Happened

While a lot of people roll their eyes at cheesy romance, I am not one of them.