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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Mom Says Voluntarily Involved Grandparents Are A "Top-Tier" Bragging Point For Parents
"The worst part is it's kind of not common..."
This Is Not A Drill: Aldi Is Dropping Some Affordable & Adorable Disney Merch Next Week
A Loungefly dupe for $14.99?!
This Teacher Reminds Parents To Stop Bringing Extended Family On School Field Trips
"Please understand ... it is not a family reunion."
Lawyer Mom Explains Why She Never Signs Liability Waivers For Her Kids
"Do not waive liability for your kid to go jump in a sh**ty little trampoline park."
Mom Blindly Goes Through Her Son's School Backpack In Hilarious Video
"We open it next to the sink because we never know what we're gonna find."
This Mom Says Anyone Who Thinks The 2 to 3 Kids Transition Is Easy Is A "Liar"
"Consider this your warning..."
Mom Reems Out Fellow Parent For Serving Donuts At A Sleepover
The mom accused the host of making her kids “obese.”
A Teacher Says The Problem With Kids Today Is Their Parents: "Your Kids Are Not Special"
“We have raised children to think that they are absolutely the most important person in any room.”
This Woman Says Your Husband Will Never Change Because He Actually Doesn’t Care In “Harsh Truth” Video
“It doesn’t benefit him to change.”
Here Are The Most Popular Grandparent Nicknames In America, According To A New Study
Some of these were a bit surprising!
Mom Gives Ten-Month-Old Son Household Chores To Show Babies "Are Capable"
She says he loves helping out.
A Nanny Went Viral For Exposing Screenshots Of Parents’ Entitled Messages
Some parents even thought she would be enticed by free housing and no pay.
This Mom Was Issued A Fine After Her 4-Year-Old Son's Bathroom Emergency At A Park
"What did they expect us to do?" the mom said. "Using the bathroom is a right."
This Mom Refuses To Send Her 7-Year-Old Son To A “Kids Only” Birthday Party
“If I can’t be at this birthday party, unfortunately, my son will not be attending.”
A Mom Shares The One Thing All Moms Want For Mother's Day: Zero Decisions, Zero Planning
"She wants a day where she can shut her f**king brain off."
Dove's New Ad Highlights The Impact Of Anti-Aging Skincare Trends On 10-Year-Old Girls
“When did 10-year-olds start worrying about wrinkles and getting older?"
This Mom's Strict Rules For Her Twin Tweens Has the Internet Shook
Some TikTok users thought she was taking things too far.
Nike's Skimpy US Women's Olympic Uniforms Are Being Heavily Criticized By Athletes
The popular sportswear brand has responded to the negative reaction.
New Study Reveals Top Negative Words Used By Today’s Parents When Speaking To Kids
Plus, the top parenting styles today’s parents lean into.
The Internet Has A Strong Reaction To Mom Podcasters Who Don't Want To Hear Your Birth Story
“They honestly think, ‘I’m the first person in the history of the world to have a baby.’”