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Tara Rhiannon Dawn Fietz, BA, MFA

Digital Content Manager & Editor | She/Her

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About Tara

Hailing from Canada, Tara is a graduate of Scotland's University of St. Andrews in creative writing, poetry, fiction, and nonfiction. She worked across SBX Learning websites Infoplease and Fact Monster previously, and joined Family Education to spread learning and great content to a wider audience.

Experience and Background

  • Diploma in Humanities, St. Mary's College University, Alberta
  • Double BA Classics & Humanities, University of Victoria, British Columbia
  • MFA Creative Writing, University of St. Andrews, Scotland

Additional Qualifications

  • Diploma Certification in Egyptology
  • Diploma Certification in Cryptozoology

Family Education Area of Expertise

Tara strategizes, edits, and contributes information across Family Education, while also curating baby name content and name origins on the site.

  • Pregnancy, Baby Names, Choosing a Name, Naming Trends

    Looking for a baby name with attitude? We've got 200+ thug names that are edgy, modern, and unique—and just a little bit gangster. Find your perfect badass name!

  • Pregnancy, Baby Names, Choosing a Name, Naming Trends

    Check out some of our favorite Biblical baby names and their faith-filled meanings! Let's take a look at their origins and the stories behind these strong choices.

  • Pregnancy, Baby Names, Choosing a Name, Naming Trends

    "Old people" names are making a comeback! From Arthur to Zelda, discover vintage names & charming meanings for your little one. Stay cool, keep it classic!

  • Pregnancy, Baby Names, Choosing a Name, Naming Trends

    Celebrate your Lunar New Year baby and explore nearly 200 fortuitous choices, from zodiac-inspired gems to modern favorites. Find your little one’s lucky name today!

  • Pregnancy, Baby Names, Choosing a Name, Naming Trends

    Looking for a cool last name? From Armstrong to Zephyr, explore our list of 100+ unique, strong, and mysterious surnames to find the perfect fit for your family.

  • Teens, Teen Social Development, Communicating with Teens

    Decode Gen Alpha slang with our ultimate guide! Learn the hottest terms, their meanings, and how to use them without sounding cringe. No cap, it’s a total vibe!

  • Teens, Teen Social Development, Communicating with Teens

    What does the Gen Z term "green flag" mean? How is it used in conversation? Find out with Family Education and learn Gen Z slang today!

  • Teens, Teen Social Development, Communicating with Teens

    What does the Gen Z term "red flag" mean? How is it used in conversation? Find out with Family Education and learn Gen Z slang today!

  • Pregnancy, Baby Names, Choosing a Name, Naming Trends

    Discover the baby boy names that ruled 2025! From the gentle strength of Noah to rising stars like Ezra and Luca, find the perfect inspiration for your little one.

  • Pregnancy, Baby Names, Choosing a Name, Naming Trends

    Expecting a baby girl? Discover the top trending names during 2025, from timeless classics like Olivia to unique gems like Eliana. Find the perfect name for your little one

  • Pregnancy, Baby Names, Choosing a Name, Naming Trends

    Looking for strong, Eastern European names for your boy? Explore these cool Slavic names, from traditional to modern. Find the perfect fit for your wee warrior!

  • Pregnancy, Baby Names, Choosing a Name, Naming Trends

    Looking for unique baby names? Discover beautiful & historic Slavic girl names, from classics like Mila to rare gems like Zora. Find the perfect baby name today!

  • Pregnancy, Baby Names, Choosing a Name, Naming Trends

    Discover whimsical & nature-inspired Winnie the Pooh character names from the Hundred Acre Wood for your little one. They're sweet, unique, & unforgettable!

  • Teens, Teen Social Development, Communicating with Teens

    What does the Gen Z term "cooked" mean? How is it used in conversation? Find out with Family Education and learn Gen Z slang today!

  • Teens, Teen Social Development, Communicating with Teens

    What does the Gen Z term "67" mean? How is it used in conversation? Find out with Family Education and learn Gen Z slang today!

  • Teens, Teen Social Development, Communicating with Teens

    What does the Gen Z term "huzz" mean? How is it used in conversation? Find out with Family Education and learn Gen Z slang today!

  • Teens, Teen Social Development, Communicating with Teens

    What does the term "based" mean? How is it used in conversation? Find out with Family Education and learn Gen Z slang today!

  • Entertainment and Activities, Holidays, New Year's

    Celebrate with 90+ groan-worthy New Year's dad jokes perfect for families! From countdown puns to resolution humor, these jokes guarantee laughs (and definitely some eye rolls).

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