About The Milo Way

Helping children build confidence from the inside out.

The Milo Way is a growing world of stories, practical tools, workshops, and experiences designed to help children understand themselves, build resilience, and discover the confidence that's been within them all along.

Milo the starfish

What we believe

  • Every child is their own worldEvery child experiences themselves and the world around them in a unique way.
  • Safety firstEmotional growth begins with feeling safe.
  • Stories teachStories help children understand themselves.
  • Connection comes firstConnection comes before correction, always.
  • Inside outConfidence grows from the inside out.

Meet the founder

Jenna Martin is a children's author, meditation teacher, and the founder of The Milo Way.

Long before Milo, Jenna was drawn to understanding the inner lives of children and how the experiences we have early in life can shape us for years to come. That path led her to advanced training in child and family psychology and years of supporting children and families through life's challenges.

Then, Jenna lost her identical twin sister to suicide.

In the years that followed, as she searched for her own way through grief, Milo came to her almost like a small, unexpected guide. A sea star who could lose part of himself and still heal. Who could be changed by what happened to him without losing who he was.

Milo became part of Jenna's choice to turn something painful into something beautiful, and to dedicate her work to giving children the emotional tools they need not just to cope, but to thrive.

That belief lives at the heart of The Milo Way today. Through stories, workshops, and practical resources, Jenna helps children better understand themselves, trust their own strength, and navigate the difficult parts of being human, while giving the grown-ups who love them meaningful ways to support that journey.

Jenna Martin, founder of The Milo Way

The people behind Milo

A small but mighty crew helping The Milo Way grow.

Alex Stan

Marketing & Creative Assistant

Alex is a rising senior at UNCW who loves reading, long walks, and spotting the chunkiest geese she can find. She's helping bring even more creativity to our little corner of the world, starting with the launch of our TikTok channel and the expansion of our channel strategy.

Frances Rose Español

Illustration Consultant

Frances brings a thoughtful eye to the visual world of Milo, helping shape the characters and scenes children fall in love with.

Nieca Garay

Illustrator, Animator & Consultant

Nieca's art gives Milo and his friends warmth, movement, and personality across books, digital pieces, and beyond.

Whether you're a parent, educator, therapist, or simply someone who believes children deserve to flourish…

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