Entertainment TV 'Sister Wives' Star Janelle Brown Spends Quality Time with Her Granddaughter: 'Evie Is So Sweet' "Everything they say about being a grandparent is so true," Janelle Brown said By Dory Jackson Dory Jackson Instagram Twitter Website Dory Jackson is an Associate Editor for PEOPLE's digital TV team. While at the brand, she's had the opportunity to interview a long list of celebrities, from Kate Hudson to Pierce Brosnan to Billy Porter. She also recaps popular TV shows like The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and Vanderpump Rules.The New York-based Maryland native graduated from Randolph-Macon College in May 2016 with a focus in Communication Studies and Journalism. She came to PEOPLE in March 2021 after working at a number of major news companies, including Newsweek and Us Weekly. She also previously co-hosted a podcast called "Idol Nation." People Editorial Guidelines Published on April 7, 2022 09:36AM EDT Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Haley Manning Photography Janelle Brown is enjoying her role as a grandparent. On Instagram Tuesday, the 52-year-old Sister Wives star posted a photo of herself bonding with her granddaughter, Evangalynn "Evie" Kodi. The pair were pictured eating donuts together. "Everything they say about being a grandparent is so true," Janelle captioned her post. "Who knew?!?!" "Evie is so sweet," she continued. "She always insists on giving me a bite of whatever she is eating." Janelle's granddaughter, Evie, and grandson, Axel James, belong to her daughter Maddie Brown Brush and son-in-law, Caleb Brush. Janelle Brown with her grandchildren. Haley Manning Photography Sister Wives' Janelle Brown Says She's 'Grateful for My Kids' as She Shares Sweet Note from Son In recent months, Janelle — who shares six children with her husband, Kody Brown — has been gushing about her experience being a grandparent. "These two are why I am motivated to take care of myself," she captioned a recent post of herself with her grandchildren. "I love watching them grow up and being a part of their lives!" The reality star added, "Find your motivation and become the best version of yourself 👏❤️." Janelle also recently took her grandchildren on a trip to Disney World. The Sister Wives star and the little ones were also joined by Christine Brown and her children. "First Disney World vacation with the grand babies in the books," she wrote on Instagram thereafter, sharing a photo of Evie snuggling with Frozen dolls. "Tired, happy, grateful. Happy to sit quietly tucked in a corner while Evie slept. Anna and Elsa are the favorites and these dolls were a hit." RELATED VIDEO: Janelle Brown Reflects on 'First Disney World' Trip with Grandchildren: 'Tired, Happy, Grateful' Axel and Evie aren't the only Brown family grandchildren. In April 2021, Christine's daughter Mykelti Brown Padron welcomed her first child, daughter Avalon, with her husband Antonio "Tony" Padron. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Christine — who announced her split from Kody, 52, in November — has also raved about being a grandmother. "I adore being an Oma," the 49-year-old wrote alongside a photo of her with Avalon. "It's so rewarding watching your children become incredibly amazing parents and then getting this wonderful bundle of love along with it!"