Moms and Dads

Meet Modern Parenting’s 100 List of 2025 Part 5

by The Modern Parenting Team
December 26, 2025

Meet the modern parents shaping the future of the family

Kate Low

Kate, founder and CEO of lingerie brand Perk by Kate, envisions a future of family defined not by roles, but by emotional safety, openness, and shared growth. As a mother to Dawn (5) and Colin (3) , she raises her children to thrive in a digital world by prioritizing empathy, emotional intelligence, and kindness. “We talk about our feelings, embrace differences, and remind ourselves that love is about presence,” she shares. The values she hopes to instill—love and resilience—equip her children to navigate life’s challenges, learn from failure, and act from a place of compassion, no matter how the world changes.

Katrina Yulo Garcia

President and CEO of Spark It Marketing, Katrina believes that the future of family is all about deep engagement such as shared experiences that anchor children in connection, curiosity, and confidence.
Whether they’re traveling, brainstorming ideas for the family’s businesses, or simply laughing at home, she believes these moments teach her kids to think creatively and lead with agility in a fast-shifting world. Above all, she hopes Annika (20) , Martina (17) , and Lucas (15) carry one timeless value wherever life takes them: empathy and kindness. “Because no matter how much the world evolves, compassion and understanding will always matter most,” she says.

Katherine Ong Cheng

Even with her busy work as the founder of K & Company, a 30-year old beloved women’s clothing brand, mom of two Katherine envisions a future of family built on connection, emotional awareness, and graceful adaptability. As a mother to Alexis (24) and Julian (19) , she nurtures her children to feel secure in their identities, to see the world from multiple perspectives, and to embrace life’s opportunities with confidence. “I want them to grow up grounded, compassionate, and excited by all that life has to offer,” she shares. At the heart of her parenting is the value of integrity—making choices with kindness, keeping promises, and standing by what is right, no matter how the world changes.

Kathrina Nazario Santiaguel

Kathrina’s journey spans from child actress to registered nurse, and now to beauty entrepreneur. As the founder of Beauty Squad Lounge, she champions the artistry, skill, and integrity of beauty professionals while inspiring confidence in others. As a mother to Stella (6) , she sees family as adaptive and flexible partnership built on balance, teamwork, and mutual respect. Kathrina nurtures her daughter to be resilient, empathetic, and independent, while instilling emotional strength and integrity. “If your integrity is intact, no one can truly break you,” she shares. Guided by purpose, kindness, and faith, she raises a child ready to thrive in a changing world.

Keiko Fox

As a first-time mom to Ryohei (2) , entrepreneur and fashion enthusiast Keiko embraces motherhood with joy, humor, and intentionality. For her, the future of family is about connection and presence—creating a home where children can just be kids, and parents grow alongside them. “We’re a team learning life together,” she shares, keeping things light and fun while prioritizing love. Her parenting mantra centers on kindness and gratitude, teaching Ryohei to care for himself, others, and the world.
Through playful guidance and heartfelt values, Keiko fosters a household where laughter, learning, and love form the foundation of a resilient, happy family.

Kelly Go

For Auro Chocolate co-founder Kelly, the future of family begins with connection— cultivating kindness, curiosity, and a deep awareness of one’s place in the world. As a mom to two young girls—Colette (4) and 6-month-old Maxine, she hopes to raise them into people who understand that real success is rooted in purpose: caring for people, honoring the Earth, and giving back to the communities that sustain. At home and through her work, Kelly shows her daughters that differences in beliefs and opinions can coexist, and that a meaningful life grows from compassion. Her wish for them is simple yet steadfast: let empathy guide them, and conviction carry them forward.

Kevin and Shirley Wong

According to real estate entrepreneurs Kevin and Shirley, the future of family rooted in simple rhythms of love, open conversations, and a space where their three young boys, Kash (4) , Kygo (2) , and Khal (2) , can grow into themselves without fear or pressure at home. In a world shaped by rapid tech shifts and relentless convenience, they choose presence over noise and connection over speed. Their hope is that strong foundations give their children the confidence to thrive in whatever tomorrow brings. And if there is one lesson they wish their sons to carry forward, it is respect—a simple value, but one that helps build real relationships, keep them grounded, and allows them to navigate through life with kindness, humility and confidence.

Laura Lehmann

New motherhood has only deepened Laura’s belief that while the world— and even the Philippines—will continue to evolve, the heart of family must remain steady. As Miss World Philippines 2017 and a TV & events host, she embraces change, but hopes her daughter grows up anchored by the high regard for family. Whether near or far, at any age or season, Laura wants her children to know they will always have a loving home to return to. And if there’s one value she hopes 6-month-old Solana carries into an ever shifting future, it’s this: a lasting love for family, the kind that shapes who we become.

Lexi Gancayco Laperal

After three back-to-back pregnancies, her shift from high-energy fitness to intuitive, holistic wellness became a lesson in embracing gentler rhythms—something content creator Lexi now passes on to her children: Alesso (4) , Armina (3) , and Adriano (1) . For her, the future of family is shaped by honesty expression and gentle understanding. While sharing her passion for movement and joyfully imperfect motherhood moments, she raises her children to be confident enough to speak their truth with confidence while still listening with respect.

Lia Andrea Ramos

Lia, the co-founder of Glamourbox, Inc.—cosmetics distributor of sustainable cult beauty brands, sees the future of family as a blend of timeless values with the opportunities of a rapidly changing world. As a mom to Kiara Amelia (6) and Layla Adeline (4) , she nurtures empathy, curiosity, critical thinking, and resilience at home—raising her daughters to become positive, independent individuals who can navigate life thoughtfully. Lia hopes they carry one enduring lesson: grit. “Failures are part of life, but grit helps you rise and keep moving forward.”

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