I was the perfect mom! …Before I had kids, that is.

My two younger sisters both had children before me, and I was more than happy to tell them exactly what they should be doing. After all, I had studied child development in college—so of course, that made me qualified to give parenting advice. Little did I know.

When my husband and I had our first son, I couldn’t imagine a deeper love or sense of purpose. For the first time, I thought, I can do this. But then it hit me—every decision, every moment, every interaction was shaping his future. The weight of that responsibility was overwhelming.

Fast forward a couple of years, and I had two kids under two. Life was hectic, and I quickly realized I had a lot to figure out. I devoured parenting books, but so much of the advice was contradictory. Nothing felt quite right for my family. My faith has always been a huge part of who I am, so I turned to God for guidance. In a quiet moment of prayer, I felt the answer come to me in three simple words: Teach. Lead. Love.

What’s a mother’s most important job? To teach.
Who was the greatest teacher? Jesus.
How did He teach? Through His example—with love and patience.

That became my parenting framework. But I wasn’t content to just hope I was getting it right—I wanted to truly understand how to be the best teacher and leader for my family. So I kept learning. To truly understand the needs behind behavior, I became a Certified Parent Educator. A teaching degree gave me insight into how children learn, and studying emotional intelligence and mind management enhanced my ability to support personal growth. Now, as a coach, I help people develop self-awareness, build discipline, and realize their potential. And through it all, Teach Lead Love has been my compass—helping me decide which strategies to keep and which ones to let go.

I also came to a profound realization: Motherhood is a hero’s journey. It’s not just a journey of learning for our kids—it’s a journey for us as well. The refining process of being a mother shapes us into who we are meant to be. Now, my boys have grown into men of incredible character. They love each other, they love our family, and It. Is. Everything!

Don’t get me wrong, I didn’t do it alone—my wonderful husband, Mark, was right there with me. He’s an amazing father, and I’m beyond grateful for him. It’s been a full partnership all the way. But mothers have a unique influence in shaping the culture of their families. You have the power to create the home and relationships you dream of. And I want to help you do it.

No one has your exact family. No one else is on your exact motherhood journey. But with the right tools and guidance, you can create the family culture you truly want.

Let’s get started.