Motherhood wasn’t something Kiki Ayers planned to navigate alone, but it became her greatest source of strength. At five months pregnant, she made the tough decision to leave a toxic relationship, choosing to raise her son, Jules Zion, in a healthier environment, even if it meant doing it on her own. She currently has 98% of the parenting time, and does not receive child support, a reality that only fueled her determination to succeed. That decision set the foundation for both her parenting journey and her professional success.
Ayers didn’t have an easy childhood. At one point, her family was homeless, living in a 1996 Ford Taurus. But those struggles motivated her to dream big, and by 16, she was in college, determined to build a better future. Now, as a mother, she not only gets to see the world through Jules’ eyes but also create the kind of joyful memories she never had growing up.
Watching her son embrace life’s simplest pleasures has been a constant reminder of what truly matters. Whether it’s feeling sand between his toes for the first time or marveling at a butterfly, his excitement has taught her to slow down and cherish small moments.
Still, Ayers has been able to provide her son with experiences that even adults dream of. By the age of six, Jules has taken helicopter rides, explored the Grand Canyon, and visited nearly every major amusement park, including Disneyland, Legoland, and Universal Studios. He’s also traveled to Toronto, Mexico and walked red carpets for movie premieres like Sonic 3, Garfield and Candy Cane Lane.
One of her most cherished memories was their first time parasailing. Jules spotted others soaring through the air and immediately said he wanted to try it. Although she was nervous, Ayers couldn’t resist his enthusiasm. Soon, they were 8,000 feet above the water. While she clung to the harness in fear, he shouted excitedly, saying he felt like Spider-Man.
Moments like that inspired Ayers to launch her nonprofit, My Best Kid Life. Through the organization, she aims to help other parents create joyful experiences for their children, regardless of their financial situation. “You don’t need to be rich to make your child feel loved,” Ayers said. “It’s about showing up and being present.”
Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship has been challenging but rewarding. After leaving her relationship, Ayers focused on building a life for Jules. Her public relations business took off, earning $35,000 in the first few months and growing to six figures by the end of 2018. Today, her firm is one of Hollywood’s most prominent PR agencies. Ayers also stepped back from working with celebrity clients to spend more time with her son, a decision she says was the best she ever made.
Her efforts have not gone unnoticed. Ayers has been honored by the United States Senate, the Los Angeles City Council, and the United Nations Women’s Chapter for her advocacy work. She was named one of The Root 100’s most influential Black people and recognized by the Los Angeles Times, Comerica Bank and the Los Angeles Lakers during halftime.
Her proudest accomplishment, however, remains her son, Jules Zion, being named Student of the Month and selected as one of five students among more than 500 at his school.
“To all the single parents out there, especially single moms, I want you to know that you can do both, pursue your dreams and give your children an incredible life,” said Ayers. “You don’t have to be perfect. Just showing up with love and intention is enough.”
Together, Kiki and Jules are proving that being a single mom isn’t a disadvantage, it’s a superpower that fuels resilience and purpose.
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