Our Why

Motherhood is often portrayed as the end of the line.

The narrative is that, as mothers, our lives are over. We don’t travel. We don’t go out with our friends anymore. There’s no pep in our step. We’re dedicated solely to being a mother — and nothing else.

It’s outdated.

Motherhood is more along the lines of a complicated, heart-wrenching, wonderful journey of love, self-acceptance, and, let’s be honest, hectic everyday challenges that can have you questioning everything. And in the rush of day-to-day, it can be hard to hold onto the joys of it.

But what if there was a way to find moments of calm and connection in the chaos?

What if a way to infuse your family time with peace and joyfulness was right at your fingertips — not brought about by occasional grand gestures, but woven into the fabric of your daily routine?

At Fort Sumpter, that’s what we’re about.

We thoughtfully create content and products for kids and parents: From storybooks that help you escape the everyday, to products that help every day be a touch easier, a touch calmer, and a whole lot more entertaining.

Because the joy of motherhood is already there, in little ways and big ways, threaded through our normality.

We just need moments of peace to find it.

Here for the calm. Here for the chaos. Here for the every day.

Here for the calm. Here for the chaos. Here for the every day.

Here for the calm. Here for the chaos. Here for the every day.

Our Founder

Tika Sumpter, the visionary founder of Fort Sumpter, is a dynamic force in Hollywood as an actor, producer, and podcaster. With a passion for storytelling that inspires and empowers, Tika launched the “Adventures of Curiosity Cove” podcast, a vibrant exploration of socio-emotional learning for children through engaging audio narratives.

Her multifaceted career reflects her dedication to creating content that resonates with families, providing moments of joy and connection.

At Fort Sumpter, we share Tika’s commitment to fostering a community where mothers and children find calm and inspiration in their everyday lives.

Our Vision

We aim to make every day easier for moms, letting them fill their own cups and feel valid in every facet of themselves, to better support those around them.

We aim to inspire children through a world of story adventures, guiding them through the intricacies of everyday life.

We aim to provide a sense of community, showing that . . .

no one has to go at life alone

Joyful Positivity

We center our content around uplifting themes and celebrating life’s joyful moments. We will nuance our topics where needed, to represent the full spectrum of everyday life, but we won’t add negativity to any of the stories we tell.

Effortless Inclusivity

We embrace our community’s perspectives and stories for a refreshing take on inclusivity: Coming not from a place of forced narrative, but simply embracing who we are, showing up as that, and making space for everyone.

Hopeful Community

We want to inspire people. We want kids to be uplifted and allow their imaginations to run wild; giving them space to feel hopeful and like they can get through anything. Mothers, too — we’re here to give you peace, light, and community.

Brand Partnerships

We create holistic, meaningful partnerships with brands that align with Fort Sumpter's values of celebrating women, motherhood, care, and family joy in all its forms

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