How I Got Here: From FBI Dreams to Parenting Memes 🚓➡️🍼
Hey there! I’m Jenn, the owner and founder of The Buzzy B 🐝—your go-to parenting and community hub! Now, let me tell you, this isn’t exactly where I thought I’d end up. Nope, not at all! Growing up, I was convinced I’d be some kind of badass FBI or CIA agent 🕵️♀️, cracking cases, chasing down bad guys, and saving the world. 🌍 Instead, I’m running a parenting website. Go figure! 🤷♀️ But honestly? I wouldn’t change it for anything. The amazing people I’ve met, the freedom to do what I love, and the chance to connect with all of you—it’s been a wild ride, and I’m here for it! 🙌
From Police to Philanthropy: My Winding Road 🚔✍️
Before I was all about “The Buzzy B” and community philanthropy work 🥰, I was knee-deep in the world of law enforcement. Yes, you read that right— 👮♀️ And while those days definitely left me a little jaded (okay, a lot jaded), a bit sarcastic, and with a sense of humor that’s darker than my morning tea ☕, they also taught me a lot about life and people. Plus, I’ve been told I have a “very loud face.” You know, the kind that can’t lie even if my mouth tries to. 😅 So yeah, don’t ask me if those pants make your butt look big unless you’re ready for some real talk! 😂
I actually met my wonderful husband on the police force. He’s still there, God love him—30 years and counting! 🏅 Talk about the patience of a saint! Meanwhile, I just couldn’t hang with the police life any longer, so I moved on. I left the department behind, but not the lessons learned, the sense of humor honed by years of “interesting” situations, and a face that speaks louder than words.😁
The Roller Coaster Ride of Motherhood 🎢👶
When my husband and I got married, we were told by the top fertility doctor in the U.S. that I had less than a 1% chance of getting pregnant naturally. 😳 Talk about a gut punch! We were determined, though, and with some help, we welcomed our now 20 and 16-year-old daughters into the world. 🥰 But it wasn’t without challenges—over the years, I experienced over 11 miscarriages and ectopic pregnancies. Cancer cells, LEEP procedures, cryo treatments, biopsies… you name it, I’ve probably been through it. 🏥
💛 But here’s the kicker—despite all odds, we ended up with our little miracle baby, Lexi, who’s now 7! 🌈 Medically, she’s what you’d call an anomaly—a walking, talking “how the heck did that happen?” in the best way possible! So yeah, my kids range from 30 to 7 years old . You did read that right: 30 years apart! 🤯This last year, in December, the cancer came back, and I had to say goodbye to my baby-making bits for good with a radical hysterectomy. 🏥😬 Some of you even followed me through that journey, and I can’t thank you enough for the love and support.
Teaching, “Geriatric” Pregnancies, and the Next Big Thing 🍼🎓
After leaving the police department to focus on my family, I wasn’t sure what my next step would be. So, like any totally sane person, I went back to school and got my BA in Childhood Education! 🎓 I started teaching once my kids were in school, which I loved, but then, surprise—another pregnancy at what they charmingly call “geriatric age.” Seriously, can we get a new term for that?! 😒 But hey, our Little Miss Lexi was worth all the gray hairs and the side-eye from the doctor’s office. 🤰🏻
Fast forward a bit, and I started working for Hulafrog—a parenting and media platform that was like a gateway drug to what I do now. 😆 After four years there and another three years at Macaroni KID (which acquired Hulafrog), I decided it was time to strike out on my own. Enter: The Buzzy B! 🐝 I’m passionate about keeping our content fresh, fun, and full of guides to make parenting just a bit easier (and maybe a little funnier).
The Buzzy B: More Than Just Parenting Tips! 🐝✨
The Buzzy B is more than just a parenting website—it’s a community. It’s a hub for connecting with each other, sharing resources, and, hopefully, finding a few laughs along the way. 😂 I’ve been so humbled by the support from readers and small businesses alike. It’s because of you that I took the leap to start my own venture. And trust me, we’ve got some big things coming in the next 3-5 years—like, life-changing things for me, for small businesses, and for our whole community! 🚀
So, stick around, folks. Stay tuned for all the exciting secrets to come (I promise, they’re juicy!). I can’t wait to take you all on this journey with me. 🥳 Thank you for being here, for believing in me, and for being part of this wild, wonderful ride. Let’s keep buzzing together! 🐝💛
I appreciate all of you and if you ever have any questions, comments or concerns,
I am always here to listen.