Ever since Jamie Spears took control of her life, things have been looking up for the troubled pop star princess. And Britney Spears’ mom, Lynne, have only good things to say about her ex-husband. A family friend told People, “Jamie had to change his whole routine. Lynne sings his praises. He has been such a rock. He has stepped up to the plate.” One reason Lynne is so pleased with what Jamie has done, is because he has managed to surrounded Britney Spears with good influences.

The source further reveals, “He’s gathered a team of reputable people who are around [her] now. She’s not well, but for the first time in a long time she has people around her who really care about her.” Lynne is also happy that Britney Spears finally reunited with her children. The source shared, “Lynne talked to Jamie, and he said it was a good visit. [She] slipped into that motherly mode. They picked up right where they left off. She still has a long way to go [to get better], but that’s what we hope and pray for… Lynne and Jamie want their child to be whole again.”