Janelle’s Daughter Flees Flagstaff After Kody Abandons/Neglects Her After Garrison’s Passing

Today, we’re diving into an update about Janelle Brown and her daughter Savannah from the reality TV show “Sister Wives.” One persistent storyline has been Kody Brown’s absence from his children’s lives, especially his lack of relationship with Janelle, Christine, and Meri’s kids, compared to the closeness he shares with Robyn’s children—Aurora, Brianna, Dayton, Solomon, and Ariella.

Janelle recently shared that her daughter Savannah is making a significant change. Despite some hope that the family might mend their fractured relationships following the tragedy of Garrison’s passing, not much has improved. Janelle’s post reveals that Savannah is moving to North Carolina to live with her sister Maddie for the summer.

Savannah’s Struggles with Her Father’s Absence

One of Janelle’s major grievances with Kody is his failure to be a present father to their children. When they were separating, instead of trying to maintain a relationship with Savannah, Kody ignored her on important occasions like Christmas and her birthday. Janelle felt Kody was punishing Savannah because he was angry with her.

Kody’s excuse for his absence was that Janelle removing him from their living situation prevented him from being a parent. He believes the woman’s role is to manage the children’s relationships with him, which he openly admits. He even stated that if Robyn were to leave him, his relationship with her kids would also deteriorate.

This leaves Savannah feeling neglected. During her last years of high school in Flagstaff, Savannah experienced strained relationships with her siblings Brianna and Aurora. They ignored each other at school, likely due to feelings of abandonment and jealousy over their father’s attention.

Savannah’s Move to North Carolina

With summer approaching, Savannah has chosen to move to her sister Maddie’s house in North Carolina instead of staying in Flagstaff. Janelle posted on Instagram about their road trip: “Last day of a 4-day road trip to bring Savannah and her dog to Maddie’s for the summer. Really ready to not be driving anymore.”

The move highlights the ongoing burden on the older siblings, particularly Maddie and her husband Caleb. They have become de facto parental figures, providing a stable environment for Savannah and other siblings. While it’s admirable that Maddie and Caleb step up, it’s also a lot of pressure, reminiscent of the expectations placed on Logan, another older sibling.

Savannah’s move suggests that Kody remains detached, failing to bridge the gap with his children. Despite the hope that Garrison’s death might unite the family, Kody continues to fall short as a father, leaving Janelle and her children to fend for themselves.

Janelle’s Heroic Efforts

Janelle has taken on the dual role of both mother and father, striving to provide for her children emotionally and practically. She has made significant efforts to be there for her kids, prioritizing their needs while managing her own grief.

Despite the dysfunction within the family, Janelle’s children seem to be thriving, maintaining strong sibling relationships. Hunter Brown recently shared a photo on Instagram of himself and his siblings at a concert, indicating that Christine’s, Janelle’s, and Meri’s children are staying connected. However, Robyn’s children were noticeably absent, reinforcing the divide within the family.

The Ongoing Family Divide

Kody and Robyn’s children remain isolated from the rest of the family. Robyn’s decision to keep her children separate has resulted in a lack of integration and bonding with the other siblings. This persistent division suggests that the family may never fully reconcile.

Janelle’s daughter Savannah moving to North Carolina is yet another example of Kody’s failure to be an involved father. Instead of stepping up, he continues to rely on his older children to fill the void he’s left, which is neither fair nor sustainable.

Final Thoughts

Janelle Brown deserves credit for her resilience and dedication to her children. Despite the challenges, she has provided a loving and supportive environment for them. Kody Brown, on the other hand, has repeatedly failed to fulfill his responsibilities as a father, leaving the burden on Janelle and their older children.

As we observe this family dynamic, it’s clear that polygamy, as practiced by the Browns, has not worked out. The system has placed an unrealistic and unfair burden on everyone involved. Janelle’s efforts to hold her family together are commendable, but Kody’s neglect remains a significant issue.

What are your thoughts on Kody Brown’s parenting and the challenges faced by Janelle and her children? Let us know in the comments below.