Katie Garrity

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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bare naked face

Pamela Anderson Goes Makeup-Free On 'The Drew Barrymore Show': "Isn't It Freeing?"

By Katie Garrity

Her choice has inspired others to ditch cosmetics.

it takes...yourself?

This Mom Says We Don't Need The "Blood Village" To Help Raise Our Kids

By Katie Garrity

It might take a village, but we get to choose the village members.

good for her!!!

81-Year-Old Georgia Woman Votes For The First Time After Husband, Who Forbade Her To Vote, Dies

By Katie Garrity

“I never really thought about it.”

laugh in

Parents Who Use Humor May Have Better Relationships With Kids, Study Says

By Katie Garrity

Humor can teach several emotional coping skills.

tech troubles

A Set Of Parents Sued Their Son's School After He Was Disciplined For Using AI

By Katie Garrity

The family said the teen will "suffer irreparable harm" from the allegations.

STICKER SHOCK!

Disney Debuted A New Lightning Lane Premier Pass — But It'll Cost You

By Katie Garrity

Guests can use the pass to enter all applicable attractions via Lightening Lane once per day.

hunker down

One Mom Nails How The Sundown Scaries Are So Very Real For Postpartum Moms

By Katie Garrity

And also how to combat those feelings of dread.

*adds to cart*

We're Obsessed With 'The Kelce Brothers' Little Golden Book

By Katie Garrity

There’s even a nod to Travis Kelce’s relationship with Taylor Swift!

pull back

What Is Intensive Parenting? Details On The Latest Parenting Style

By Katie Garrity

"Apparently, raising good humans is a health crisis for parents. Go figure."

go girl!

Pink Raved About Her "Theater Kid" Daughter After Meeting 'The Great Gatsby' Broadway Cast

By Katie Garrity

"As a mother, I am happy as long as my kids are being their authentic selves."

speaking out

This Comedian Wants To Make The Pain Of "Fertility Fails" Public

By Katie Garrity

Seriously, why is this still all so taboo?!

take a break

This Dad Has Some Really Great Advice To Ease After-School Battles With Our Kids

By Katie Garrity

"Everything is out of their control at school."

through hell or highwater

Husband Saved A Cooler Of His Wife’s Breastmilk Through Hurricane Helene Floodwaters

By Katie Garrity

They were trying to get to their parents' home which had a generator.

don't skip your mammogram!

'The Office' Alum Jenna Fischer Shared An Emotional Post About Her Her Triple-Positive Breast Cancer Diagnosis

By Katie Garrity

"If I had waited six months longer, things could have been much worse."

ho-ho-ho!

Select Spirit Halloween Stores Will Transform Into “Spirit Christmas” This Season!

By Katie Garrity

They will even host Santa meet-and-greets!

lending a hand

This Mom Clapped Back After Getting Criticized For Cleaning Her Teen's Bedroom

By Katie Garrity

"I thought it would be a nice treat...”

the latest news

Disney World Will Continue To Operate "Under Normal Conditions" Ahead Of Hurricane Milton

By Katie Garrity

For now, that is.

SHUSH!

This Mom Shared Her Odd Experience At Her Daughter's "Silent" Soccer Game

By Katie Garrity

Coaches aren’t even allowed to talk.

girl dad energy

Can We Talk About Jason Kelce's Perfect Girl Dad Energy While Repping Hatchimals?

By Katie Garrity

The comments on his latest Instagram post are pure gold.

srsly?

Someone Asked For "Adult Only" Pumpkin Patch Recommendations And The Internet Had A Field Day

By Katie Garrity

"So...you mean a farm?"