Once Upon a Mom is a collection of heartwarming stories for moms and dads to listen to with their children, but are encouraging for new parents.

Parenting is an adventure—but it can also be exhausting, messy, hilarious, and sometimes overwhelming.

Once Upon a Mom invites families into a whimsical world where lovable animals and unforgettable characters experience the everyday adventures of family life.

Meet Clara the Caterpillar, whose body takes on a new shape, and she learns to embrace change. There’s Sophia the Spider, who just wants to spin the perfect clutter-free web. Through their funny, tender, and challenging adventures, children and parents will discover meaningful lessons about motherhood, family, patience, change, love, identity, and finding joy in the everyday moments of raising children.

Whether you’re a new mom adjusting to life with a baby, a mother navigating the beautiful chaos of raising children, or a dad looking for meaningful stories to share with your kids, Once Upon a Mom offers encouragement for parents and engaging stories for children.

You may laugh.

You may cry.

You may recognize yourself in a character or two.

Most of all, you may finish a story feeling a little less alone—and a little more grateful for the extraordinary community of parents.

Sometimes encouragement comes from the most unexpected place: a little animal with a big heart and a story that reminds every parent that their story is just beginning, once upon a mom.