HerStory: Megan Kilis, co-founder of Jacksonville Mom, shares the story of how the community hub came to be.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — As we close out Women’s History Month, our final HerStory spotlight shines on Megan Kilis, co-founder of Jacksonville Mom — a platform that has grown into one of the most recognized parenting resources for families across Northeast Florida.
What began in 2012 as a small blog created during early motherhood has since evolved into a trusted community hub that reaches hundreds of thousands of families through digital content, social media, newsletters, and local events. Kilis says the original goal was simple: create a space where moms could find practical support, discover what was happening locally, and feel less alone while navigating parenthood. Over time, that mission expanded into something much bigger, connecting parents not only to resources but also to each other.
Jacksonville Mom now serves as a go-to source for family-friendly events, parenting conversations, local business partnerships, and nonprofit support throughout the region.
Kilis says family has always remained at the center of both her personal story and her professional vision. She credits early motherhood as a defining season that helped shape the platform’s purpose and says the encouragement she received from her own family helped give her the confidence to keep building. Beyond content, one of the accomplishments she is most proud of is the real community Jacksonville Mom has created — helping parents feel connected, informed, and supported through every stage of family life. She also continues to use the platform to give back, partnering with local nonprofits and supporting causes that strengthen families across Jacksonville.
As Women’s History Month comes to a close, Kilis says her hope is that other women see the value in starting where they are and trusting that small ideas can grow into something meaningful.
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