Actress, author, model, spokesperson and celebrity mom, Josie Bissett seems to have it all. But when it comes to parenting, nothing else measures up.

An accomplished author, Bissett’s first children’s book is among her favorite. The Tickle Monster, inspired by a treasured family tradition, comes equipped with its own tickling mitt.

This award winning children’s book is intended to strengthen bonds between families by creating spontaneous laughter. “When you do something interactive with your children, you can’t be anywhere but the present, and your kids are aware of that,” she explains.

As a single mom juggling a career, Bissett relates the importance of maintaining a balanced life. The former Melrose Place star uses the pie chart analogy as a visual tool to help get her priorities straight. “It’s an ongoing thing. When over-whelmed, I often have to stop and ask myself, what is really the most important thing that I have to do right now?” An advocate of yoga, Bissett also encourages her children to be in tune with mind, body and spirit.