Hi there — I’m Rose!
A few years into my career as a school administrator, I began to notice a gap: parents were missing the kind of practical, approachable support they need to navigate the everyday challenges of family life. As I connected with more professionals, I realized the issue was even bigger than I thought. Therapists told me they often can’t support parents with day-to-day concerns due to the limits of the insurance system. Pediatricians, while helpful, can only diagnose medical conditions—not guide families through the nuances of everyday parenting.
That leaves a lot of families without support. And I don’t believe any parent should have to figure it all out alone.
I started Bud and Blossom Kids to make parenting feel less overwhelming and less isolating. I help parents feel more confident responding to challenges—both in the moment and proactively—so they can build deeper, more connected relationships with their children. From managing a grocery trip with two toddlers to navigating divorce or co-parenting, I’m here to help.
What I love most about this work is getting to walk alongside families through all of it—celebrating the highs, supporting the lows, and building relationships that last.
My Specialties
Developmental Support-I help parents understand their child’s developmental needs and integrate supportive practices into daily routines
Emotional Support-I teach effective and practical ways to reduce stress and anxiety so you can be more present and engaged in family life
Discipline Strategies-I promote discipline that is non-punitive and effective long-term to help you raise capable, responsible, and kind individuals
Certifications & Accomplishments
Bachelor’s degree in education and psychology
Certified parent educator, Positive Discipline Association
Adlerian training in relationship dynamics and managing power struggles, ICASSI
Advisory board member for The Indianapolis Children’s Museum
When I’m not working you’ll find me…
listening to Adele on repeat, eating pasta, or playing badminton in the backyard with my husband
What parents are saying
Rose has a genuine spirit and is all ears when it comes to laying out our parenting challenges for direction…She is helpful and direct, and even gave us helpful homework right away!
-Ashley K.
Rose is positive, knowledgable, and easy to talk with…[she] helped me better understand my child’s behavior and gave me tips I’ve already used with great results.
-Amber W.
My Approach
A key part of my philosophy is Positive Discipline, a research-backed and Montessori accredited approach to parenting that focuses on mutual respect, encouragement, and long-term behavioral change. Instead of relying on rewards, punishments, or control, I teach parents to address the reasons behind their children’s actions, fostering empathy, cooperation, and self-regulation.
I help parents raise children who feel capable and connected, to feel that they count, and have courage to face the challenges that life presents.
If you’d like to explore this approach further, check out my blog post on Positive Discipline where I dive deeper into how this method can benefit your family.
Services
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receive personalized guidance to build your confidence and give you insight into your child’s behavior
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navigate the ups and downs of parenting together in an encouraging, facilitated group
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learn and play alongside your little one in a tight-knit group.