Story Ideas to Pitch This Month – February
When pitching to the media, timing is everything. Editors plan around seasonal themes, so aligning your story with what’s happening in the world increases your chances of getting featured.
Here’s what’s on the media’s radar right now:
📅 Monthly Magazines (Working 3–4 Months Ahead: May/June Issues)
Summer Prep: Think skincare, fitness, nutrition, and mental health tips for the warmer months.
Allergy Season: Hay fever, skin reactions, and how to manage seasonal allergies naturally.
Travel & Wellbeing: Healthy habits for travel, stress-free holiday planning, and jet lag solutions.
📅 Weekly Magazines (Working 4-6 Weeks Ahead: March/April Stories)
Spring Reset: Detoxing, hormone balancing, decluttering life and mind.
Easter & Food: Healthier alternatives to traditional Easter treats, mindful eating tips.
Changing Seasons & Mood: How the shift from winter to spring affects mental health.
📅 Newspapers & Online Media (Working Days to a Few Weeks Ahead)
Valentine’s Day & Relationships: Self-love, couple wellbeing, and navigating dating stress.
Spring Cleaning for the Mind & Body: Decluttering, organisation, and wellness.
Mother’s Day (UK – 10th March): Gifts, self-care for mums, and generational wellness habits.
📅 TV & Radio (Fast Turnaround, but They Love Seasonality)
Quick Wellness Fixes: How to boost energy as the days get longer.
Stress & Relationships: Why Valentine’s pressure is real and how to manage it.
Spring Allergies: What’s really causing them and how to ease symptoms.
💡 Pitch Smarter: Tie your expertise into these seasonal themes. Think: What are people talking about right now? How does my business offer a fresh take on it?
Need help shaping your pitch? Contact us, and let’s chat. 🚀
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