Jackie started writing at age seven when she kept diaries and created books with drawings using folded paper stapled up the side. She continues these rituals to this day but the latter is done online. She has written on and offline for newspapers and magazines. She lives with her beloved family which includes: her husband, her two teenage sons and their dog Louie.

She currently works as a writer, yoga therapist and Peer Parent Facilitator with the Other Parents Like Me network supporting those with kids who are struggling with mental health issues.