Parenting

Being a parent is a huge privilege and a demanding role, all tied up in one. The category of Parenting features articles to encourage and equip parents in every season and from every walk of life –from mom of teens and toddlers to working and stay-at-home moms — as well as tips, hacks, inspiration, and resources in Collin County that every parent needs to know about.

Collin County Moms publishes original, personal stories and advice from local moms, as well as relevant and fun information for those of us in the trenches of parenthood.

Every article published via Collin County Moms — whether someone from our in-house team, a guest writer, or a sponsored writer — uses their words to reflect their own opinions, experiences, and beliefs. No singular post or collection of posts represents the opinions, beliefs, or agenda of Collin County Moms.

Sobriety is not a topic you would immediately expect to see when it comes to motherhood, but maybe it should be. Stigmas around alcoholism and motherhood, and misconceptions around sobriety may be to blame. Regardless, the topic is an...
Each year in April, hundreds of people step out into the sunshine to plant trees, drop off their recycling, and maybe buy a reusable grocery bag or two in honor of Earth Day. Within Collin County alone, several spring...
Family picnics are a great, inexpensive way to get your kids off their devices and into nature. We are serious about our family picnics, and I’m happy to share my ideas for the perfect spring family picnic. As soon as...
The spring is a lovely time of year, but as the saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers.” Being stuck at home on a rainy spring day can be really draining on moms and equally challenging for kids. If...
Coffee in hand, moms circled up to talk, and little feet running wild. Who doesn't love a good playdate? Even better: pack a lunch and return home just in time for a loooooong afternoon nap. Play dates are my...
A child's learning difference presents new challenges in child-rearing. We parents generally have the same goal for our children, don’t we? We just want them to be happy, healthy, functioning humans now and for a lifetime.  Whether at school, home, or...
With springtime comes wedding season, especially this year! And now that events are starting to get back to “normal,” I bet we are all on the hunt for some good bridal and/or wedding gifts. Maybe the couples don’t have...
Each year on April 7, the World Health Organization celebrates its anniversary with World Health Day! Each year on this day, the WHO seeks to draw attention to a specific health issue that concerns people all over the world. This...

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2025 Summer Camps for Collin County Kids

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Check out exciting day camps and Texas overnight camps in our guide below. We've rounded up the best summer camps for kids in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and beyond.