Little Miss Perfect

Divorced pageant parents Cristina and Robert have come together to create a routine for their daughter Katelyn; Russian pageant mom Irina struggles to pull together a Yankee Doodle Dandy-themed outfit.

Pageant veteran Hadlie competes against Shelby and her six-foot python.

Traci Pangonas has been competing in pageants for years, while her daughter, Alexa (7), is just a beginner. Rhonda and Kendall (9) Meeks are both tomboys who see the Little Miss Perfect Pageant as a way to strengthen their mother-daughter bond. In this unique Mother-Daughter episode, it's two teams with two very different ideas about pageantry. Traci pushes her daughter to perfection while Rhonda takes a more relaxed approach. But come Pageant day in Daytona Beach, both teams will be fighting for the crown. The judges are impressed with all four of our ladies -- but only one team can be crowned Perfect Mom and Little Miss Perfect.

9-year-old Emily Tye is a big fish in a little pond -- a national winner who's outgrown her local Central Florida pageants -- but is she ready for some tough North Carolina competition? Emily, her mother Debbie & Grandma Sue travel to Charlotte to compete with glitz pageant veterans like Jordan Adcox who, at 9 years old, has already won over 100 crowns. Pageant mom Debbie is sticking with the tried and true – Emily's won before with her cuckoo clock outfit, but she's hoping that the judges won't think her costume's time has passed. Meanwhile, pageant mom Jeanie is worried that Jordan is risking the crown by trying to roller skate. She practices her new routine deep into the night, hoping to wow the judges. Two pageant pros will face off in Charlotte, but only one of them will become Little Miss Perfect!

Sabrina (9) is not your typical pageant girl. She's won over 50 crowns, but she's a tomboy who loves softball, soccer, and dirt bikes. Amber (9) is a girly-girl / cheerleader, who has been doing pageants since she was 6 months old. Worlds collide, when these two local winners face off in Charlotte. Pageant mom / narcotics investigator Tracey isn't sure if Sabrina’s swimwear-and-scarf routine will wow the judges, and scrambles to coach her daughter to a win. Meanwhile, pageant mom Kris is hoping that two dozen dancers on stage with Amber will help her daughter win. The $1,000 prize is up for grabs and the pressure's on . . . Who will win the coveted title of Little Miss Perfect?

At eight-years-old, Madison has it all – a supportive family, a dedicated coach and some groovy outfits. Nicole, Madison’s mom, thinks the add-ons – acrylic nails, hairpieces and a spray tan – will help her daughter win. Meanwhile, Madison’s best friend – ten-year-old Angelina – is also competing in the Little Miss Perfect pageant, but taking a much different approach. Without a lot of money to spend, Angelina’s mom, Dani, is shunning glitzy extras in hopes that Angelina’s sparkling ways will win over judges. With a rented dress on hand, Dani is showcasing Angelina’s natural looks. As pageant day looms, Madison relies on the help of a coach to perfect her routine, while Angelina, a relative novice, struggles to choreograph a roller-skating routine practically solo. Will the fresh-faced newbie pull off the big win? Or will pageant-savvy Madison capture the title of Little Miss Perfect: Nashville?

Although nine-year-old Shelbie has been competing since she was a baby, she was never a big winner. Now, after a long break from pageants, she is ready to give it a go again. Her mom, Stacie, thinks the Little Miss Perfect pageant is the platform for Shelbie to shine, and is determined to do whatever it takes to make Shelbie the “total package” needed to win. That means making sure she has the most polished routine, competitive clothes and, thanks to an orthodontist, sparking smile. At the age of eight, Destinee, however, is a seasoned pageant contestant who poses a serious challenge to Shelbie – until, that is, Destinee, along with her parents and dance teacher, realize her routine may be too hard to pull off. Things get even tougher for Destinee when she wakes up with a stomach bug on pageant day. Can Destinee pull it together, or will Shelbie make her mark as the next Little Miss Perfect: Dallas?

Five-year-old Brianna and her mom, Griselda, are new to pageants, but Griselda is sure Brianna has what it takes to win. In fact, the family is so convinced that Brianna’s dad, Marco, works two jobs to help pay pageant costs. On the other hand, five-year-old Lexi is born to a veteran pageant family, with her mother and grandmother boasting more than 25 years of pageant experience. Grandma Jackie choreographs Lexi’s routines – and keeps the sugar flowing to boost Lexi’s energy. Still, Lexi struggles through rehearsals. Meanwhile, mom Griselda hires a coach for Brianna and becomes increasingly strict with her daughter. Will Brianna and her family be ready for the biggest pageant – and one of the biggest expenses – of their lives? Or will Lexi’s family history help secure the Little Miss Perfect crown?

Kelly and her seven-year-old daughter, Trinity, have been entering pageants for years. Futhermore, Trinity, according to Kelly has won just about every pageant she's competed in. Eight-year-old Taylor is also a seasoned competitor, albeit on the natural pageant circuit. However, when Taylor's mother, Marie, agrees to let her daughter compete in Little Miss Perfect -- her first glitz pageant -- the family has no clue as to what they are getting themselves into. But it's Trinity and Kelly who start buckling under pressure as pageant day approaches. Kelly starts to unravel while Trinity appears overwhelmed by the glitz, glamour, and her mother's expectations. Meantime, when Taylor also grows anxious, her mother brings in a professional coach to help prep her daughter with less than a week to go. Can Trinity conquer her shaky nerves or will Taylor pull off her first glitz pageant victory and win Little Miss Perfect: Atlanta.

Asia, at six-years-old, is an accomplished beauty queen on a mission to impress the toughest judge of all: her mom. With her military mom coming home for the first time in months, Asia is preparing for the upcoming Little Miss Perfect pageant with the help of her grandmother Debbie and a major "Wow Wear" production featuring a motorized military tank! Asia's stiffest competition is her five-year-old friend Kaylee, a stunner with personality to boot. Eager to win, Kaylee's mom, Amy calls on the professional advice of pageant director Michael Galanes. However, with only two days to go until pageant day, he changes both Kaylee's routine and pageant clothes. Despite a bad case of nerves, Kaylee approaches pageant day with charm that could rival Asia's flashy routines. Only one girl, though, will ultimately wear the Little Miss Perfect: Nashville crown.

Eight-year-old beauty queen Tykierre "Kiki" and her Mom, Adrienne, are pageant professionals. Kiki wins most of her pageants and frequently walks away with the "Most Beautiful" title. With the Little Miss Perfect pageant coming up in Orlando, Florida, Kiki has another chance to take home a crown. Adrienne is a strict pageant mom and pushes Kiki to do her best in every aspect of pageantry. She is willing to do whatever it takes to help Kiki excel in her pageant career. Kiki’s competition at Little Miss Perfect is newcomer Kiersten. Kiersten, seven, is just starting her pageant career. She has a lot of potential but, so far, she’s only come in second place. The Little Miss Perfect pageant is Kiersten’s chance to win her first title. Helping her along the way is Kiersten’s Mom, Jeanette. Jeanette is not your typical pageant Mom. She’s more of a tomboy who supports Kiersten’s interest in pageants so she can learn to be more “girly.” As Jeanette struggles to prep Kiersten for the contest, it becomes apparent just how little Jeanette knows about pageants. Despite all her setbacks, Kiersten is confident and ready to compete on pageant day. Kiki is nervous about the interview questions but faces an even bigger obstacle during the “wow wear” competition. If she can pull herself together, she can prove she’s a true pageant queen. However, if Kiersten maintains her confidence and steps up her game, she may wear the perfect crown for the first time ever.