Hi, I’m Jody! I’m a speaker, writer, wifey, and mom of four (plus a bonus daughter!) who’s passionate about helping parents build strong, connected relationships with their kids. With a bachelor’s in Speech Communication, an Executive Coaching certification, and over a decade of hands-on parenting—including homeschooling—I love sharing simple, practical ways to raise confident and capable kids and make the parenting journey a little easier.

When not fully immersed in the fullness of life with a blended family of seven—or trying to figure out how my house gets discombobulated so fast—you’ll find me dreaming about our next beach trip, planning get-togethers with close friends, or serving in various ministries at our church. I live just outside Nashville, TN, with the latest additions to our crew: two kittens named Calvin & Hobbes.

As always, Your Parenting Sidekick,