Katie is an Editor for Scary Mommy, covering news stories on parenting, celebrity, and viral internet moments. Since joining BDG, she’s become one of the site’s top writers with original scoops and viral articles, showcasing everyday parents sharing the messy reality of life. Several underground scoops uncovered by Katie have later made the rounds on several major media outlets including Today and CNN.
She has freelanced for over 12 years, writing news content for several outlets including Distractify and Cuteness. Her essays have been featured in Thought Catalog and Clean Plates. During her writing career, she has had several stories featured on TMZ and The Huffington Post.
Katie has a degree in English with a minor in Writing from North Central College in Naperville, Illinois. She is Google Analytics and Google Adwords certified and spent eight years as a Social Media Manager for a major automotive marketing agency.
In her free time, she’s hanging with her 3-year-old daughter and husband, planning their next family trip, and watching restocking videos on TikTok. Katie is a total Swiftie. Her favorite Taylor Swift album is ‘Evermore,’ but she’s currently in her Reputation era.
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A Bride Is "Furious" After Her Sister-In-Law Refused To Attend Her Child-Free Destination Wedding
"We absolutely are not going to leave our child alone in our home country."
Whooping Cough Cases In Texas Quadrupled In Number Since Last Year
A health alert has been issued in Texas amid a surge in whooping cough cases.
A Mom Asked For Budget-Friendly Gifts For All The Birthday Parties Her Kid Goes To & Other Moms Totally Came Through
Now, more than ever, we need ideas like this!
7 Books To Gift Your Tween Who Hates To Read
These might be the key to getting your stubborn kid's nose in a book!
This Dad Says That Parents Of “iPad Kids” Are “Borderline Abusive” In Viral TikTok
He shared his take after seeing a family on screens at a local McDonald's.
Shay Mitchell’s New Kids Skincare Line Draws Criticism From Parents
Do three-year-olds need self-care?
My Kid Is Obsessed with The Grinch’s Holiday Podcast — and Honestly, Same
The debut episode of season 3 just dropped this week!
Michelle Obama Admits She Won't Take Parenting Advice From "Young Mommy Bloggers"
She sparked quite the debate between moms of all ages.
Here's What A Group Of Doctors Say They Would Never Let Their Children Do
Some of their answers were surprising!
A Child-Free Person Wants To Know If They’re The A**hole After Refusing To Let Kids Sit In Front Of Them At A Disney Parade
“It wasn’t our fault their kids couldn’t see.”
This Mom Is Completely Over Trampoline Park Birthday Parties
She straight up doesn't let her kids go anymore.
Tom Brady Says Modern Parents "Screw Up" Kids By Helping Them Out When Things Get Hard
"They’re told they’re great; people coddle them; they never have to push beyond their limits."
A Mom Is Wondering When To Stop Using A Baby Monitor In Her Kid's Room
Is there a certain age to stop monitoring a kid's sleeping habits?
What's A “Normal’ Amount Of Time To Spend With Your Teenager?
A mom is worried after overhearing her teen son say he doesn’t “interact” with his family.
Woman Ends Her Marriage of 25 Years After Husband Eats Her Slice of Cake
"This isn't about the cake crumbs."
Grandma Wonders Why It's "Normal" For Grandparents To Travel For Visits
"When did it become normal for grandma to pack up all her stuff and come see you?"
A New Mom Is Wondering How Long To Wait To Have Sex After Having Her Baby
Is six weeks *really* the right time?
'The Bachelor' Star Rachael Kirkconnell Opens Up About Identifying As Demisexual
She says she hasn't had sex “in years” despite a long-term relationship with 'The Bachelor' star, Matt James.
What Do You Do When Your Tween Is Left Out Of The Friend Group Halloween Costume?
Get involved or let it ride?
Should You Keep A Baby's First Steps A Secret If The Parents Aren't Around?
A new “Am I The A**hole?” Reddit thread has people debating the subject of missing milestones.
