Aries
Strengths: Independent, Natural Leader
Independent, strong-willed, the Aries mother has her own full and rich life. While you'll make the necessary sacrifices for your kids, 'losing' your identity is certainly not one of them. The Aries woman values the importance of "me" time - something that other mothers could learn from. To you, 'no' means no and you're very clear in your boundaries with your kids. Your strong will sends a message to your children that adults (i.e. you and your spouse) enjoy a different set of privileges, which establishes a healthy sense of hierarchy in the house. Your kids will respect you, although you may not be their bestfriend in their early years. Fret not as it means you'll get to enjoy a greater bond with them as the grow older.
Shortcomings: Competitive, Feisty
Aries is a fire sign, ruled by warrior planet Mars, which means that you're competitive and can get feisty. The Aries woman seeks to excel at everything she does and takes fierce pride in being a perfectionist. Take caution however, as this strive for perfectionism may also translate to your expectations on your children and could very well veer into 'Tiger Mom' territory and standards.
Famous Aries mothers: Reese Witherspoon, Kourtney Kardashian, Miranda Kerr, Jennifer Garner, Victoria Beckham, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Sarah Jessica Parker
Taurus (April 20 to May 20)
Strengths: Stable, Rational, Good Taste
It's no secret that children need routine, consistency and stability - which is a strength of the Taurus mom. You're a tenacious creature of habit and establishing a routine for bedtimes, nap times and meals come naturally to you. You can be counted on to be present at all your kids' important milestones, whether it's their school concert or soccer game. Taurus, a grounded and practical Earth sign, is ruled by the sensual Venus - which means that not only are you attuned to the finer things in life, you're also excellent at finding them at the best prices. Your kids definitely luck out on this one! Your sensibility and grounded self means that your kids will get to benefit from a treasure trove of timeless wisdom from you.
Shortcomings: Materialistic, Inflexible
Unfortunately, your love for the finer things in life can mean that you can be slightly materialistic. You might want to dress your little one in expensive designer wear from head-to-toe even before he or she starts primary school or spoil them with fancy toys. However, while it's completely fine to share your taste for great food, music and the arts, be sure to not hand it to your kids on a silver platter. The last thing you want is a brood of spoiled and entitled brats! The Taurus mom is also known for being inflexible - you might find that you prefer the 'old school' parenting approach, but beware that this might only cause your kids to distance themselves away from you.
Famous Taurus moms: Jessica Alba, Cate Blanchett, Penelope Cruz, Uma Thurman
Gemini (May 21 to June 20 )
Strengths: Fun-loving
Gemini mothers are fun moms - chatty, fun-loving, youthful and full of energy, these eternally-young souls will instill the importance of making friends, picking up holistic habits and interests and enjoying life into their kids. You'll be the 'cool mom' your kids' friends will not mind hanging out with after school. You're also one to encourage your kids' inquisitive spirits - good on you!
Shortcomings: Unstable, Lack of boundaries
The Gemini's lack of stability and consistency is the antithesis to the rock-steady Taurus. Children need routine and consistency in their lives, which the routine-averse Gemini may not be able to offer. Be sure to devote time to establish a sense of stability in your kids' lives, set clear boundaries with your children and walk the talk. Not doing so may only raise rebellious teenagers who will attempt to test your limits to see what they can get away with.
Famous Gemini moms: Angelina Jolie, Heidi Klum, Natalie Portman, Nicole Kidman, Brooke Shields
Cancer (June 21 to July 22)
Strengths: Of all the zodiac signs, cancer mums are regarded as the most maternal. Family means everything to you and as a natural nurturers, you are protective, sensitive and also highly emotional. You probably enjoyed breastfeeding and the close bond you feel with your precious little one.
Shortcomings: However, the downside to your maternal nature is that you can be slightly overprotective. You may feel the need to shield your kids from 'negative' influences like social media. While this is completely normal - even encouraged, be sure to not cross the line from protective to downright smothering. Your protective side might also make you defensive over your child's shortcomings as you tend to see them through your rose-tinted "mommy lenses".
Famous Cancer moms: Princess Diana, Gisele Bundchen, Jessica Simpson
Leo (July 23 to August 22)
Strengths: Life of the Party, Natural Leader
You might be the most dynamic and energetic mom among all the zodiac signs. Your unceasing energy means that you'll keep your children busy with enriching extracurricular activities like piano classes and dance lessons - which is great for their holistic development! Like the Aries mom, you're also the alpha mom at home. You set the rules, blaze the way for your family and your kids feel safe and secure with you.
Shortcomings: Self-centered
Being the life of the party naturally makes you used to being the center of attention. This is unsurprising considering Leo is ruled by the Sun. Being invested in yourself is great as a mom, but be sure to not make it all about you. If your child is trying to bring something up with you, be sure to hear them out properly and don't seek to always have the final say.
Famous Leo moms: Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Whitney Houston, Halle Berry, Kate Beckinsale, Sandra Bullock
Virgo (August 23 to September 22)
Strengths: Naturally blessed with superb organisational skills, the Virgo mom is the true master of multi-tasking. Your kids will benefit from how well-planned you've structured their schedules to be. The stability you provide is also integral in raising them to be confident, empowered and equally as practical as they grow older. As an earth sign, you might also be that 'health mom' who is adamant that her kids have the best possible nutrition and healthy habits. We know your little one is certainly not having anything sugary at breakfast, that's for sure.
Shortcomings: Your obsession with staying organised may mean that you're not necessarily the most flexible. The slightest unexpected situation that throws your schedule off its course may cause you to overreact. This may not necessarily set the best example for your kids.
Famous Virgo moms: Beyonce, Salma Hayek, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Nicole Richie, Faith Hill
Libra
Strengths: Patience, Fair, Cultured, Affectionate
Patience is the Libra mom's strength. Your family and kids value you because your presence makes them feel secure. You love catering to them and you can be counted on to uplift your kids' spirits on a down day. You're also incredibly fair when it comes to punishments and truly affectionate with your kids. An artistic sign ruled by the beauty-loving Venus, you're definitely a sassy mom with great taste! You're a culture vulture who loves the arts and your kids can definitely benefit from a solid cultural education from you at a young age.
Shortcomings: Snooty, Inconsistent
Unfortunately, you do need to get off your high horse sometimes. Although it's great to want the best for your kids, it's quite another thing to be elitist and overly-concerned with the superficial. You can also be slightly unpredictable as a mom - all tough one minute and caving in the next. Being inconsistent as a parent is confusing for your kids and often tempts them to test your authority, so take notes!
Famous Libra moms: Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Winslet, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Kelly Ripa, Gwen Stefani
Scorpio (October 23 to November 21)
Strengths: Great Leader, Family-oriented, Intuitive
Powerful and intense, you run a tight ship at home with your family. Although your kids may be a little afraid of you, they'll definitely respect you. You love spending quality time with your family and go to great lengths to create a beautiful home environment for your kids. For the Scorpio, domestic bliss is essential to your well-being! Your strong intuition also almost always lets you easily detect if something amiss with your kids.
Shortcomings: Controlling, Uncompromising, Temperamental
Scorpio mothers will not compromise when it comes to their children. You can also be slightly controlling over all aspects of your kids life; your tendency to micromanage may stifle your kid's independence. Remember that your children are their own person, so do let go! As the Scorpio is a sign of extremes, you can go from being completely warm one minute to completely cold the next, which may hamper your ability to show affection to your children. Remember: being an ice queen in front of your kids is not healthy for their upbringing, so keep yourself whole and happy so that you're always in a position to be there emotionally for them.
Famous Scorpio moms: Demi Moore, Julia Roberts, Kelly Rutherford, Hillary Clinton
Sagittarius (November 21 to December 21)
Strengths: Fun, Adventurous, Wise
The fun, impulsive and risk-taking Sagittarius mother is the ultimate adventure mom. This means that your kids will have their fair share of exciting experiences from young. Lucky them! Your thirst of adventure and new horizons will also expose your children to different cultures, foods and more, hopefully raising them to be open-minded citizens of the world. The Sagittarius mom is also the ultimate philosopher; you're forever seeking the truth and will love your kids for their refreshing honesty and candidness.
Shortcomings: Impatience
Let's face it, you're not the most patient of mothers among the zodiac sign. Motherhood can be particularly challenging the restless Sagittarius since it requires structure and routine - everything that goes against the grain of their being.
Famous Sagittarius moms: Britney Spears, Katie Holmes, Christina Aguilera, Nene Leakes, Bette Midler
Capricorn (December 22 to January 19)
Strengths: Strong Work Ethic, Strong Values
The Capricorn mom is her family's rock and the glue that holds everything and everyone together. In fact, since Capricorn rules the zodiac's tenth house of career and fatherhood, you could even assume more of the stereotypical father roles. Your strength, resilience, strong value system and excellent work ethic sets a great example for your kids, who will no doubt learn that they'll need to work hard to earn everything, rather than have it handed to them on a silver platter.
Shortcomings: Overly serious, Elitist
Unfortunately, this can also mean you're too serious sometimes. Learn to not sweat the small stuff, don't overreact and see the big picture with everything. If being physically affectionate is not your nature, show your love and concern for your kids in the ways you know best. Never come across as the emotionally stoic ice queen - no one wants that!
Famous Capricorn moms: Michelle Obama, Christy Turlington, Tina Knowles (Beyonce's mother), Donna Summer
Pisces (February 19 to March 20)
Strengths: Creative, Nurturing
The nurturing Pisces mother has a heart of pure gold. You naturally cater to your children and shower them with love, and it's likely your children will definitely grow to be self-assured individuals with a healthy sense of self-worth.
Shortcomings: Manipulative
Pisces are ultra sensitive. If they get their feelings hurt, the Pisces mom can go down the passive-aggressive, guilt-tripping and even emotionally manipulative route. This may be harmful to your kids as it could cause them to not manage their emotions healthily as well and may act out to test their boundaries.
Famous Pisces moms: Rachel Weisz, Cindy Crawford, Ali Larter
