Parenting Perspectives

Kansas City Mom Collective was born in 2012 with a simple hope: “We want to bring online mothers together offline in meaningful and lasting community; discussions that start after a blog post on the “latest and greatest” parenting techniques and end over a cup of coffee at one of KC’s great local coffee shops.”

Now the premier site for parenting in Kansas City, we are passionate about KC’s women and families. Our writing team speaks to the best and most difficult aspects of parenting and reminds you to take care of yourself sometimes, too.

We hope by offering different parenting perspectives, you’ll find you are less alone in your parenting journey.

On Friday, August 2, 2019, Erin Langhofer was attending a First Friday event in the Crossroads District with her boyfriend and friends in Kansas City when she was struck and killed by a stray bullet. Erin had graduated from the...
This post is sponsored by North Carolina Fraser Firs. It seems like the holiday season begins earlier every year. Now we’re in the aisle picking out our Halloween candy next to a display of dancing Santas. But for our family, the...
A sugar plum fairy. Sparkling snowflakes. Exquisite costumes. Fantastical sights and sounds. The story and presentation of “The Nutcracker” adapted from E.T.A. Hoffmann’s original short story has been amazing audiences for decades. A Christmastime tradition for many, the viewing seems to be a...
Future For Football is an initiative of the National Football Foundation, created to highlight the lessons and values that football imparts. Get involved and sign up to play today by visiting Future for Football for resources, a League Locator...
This post is sponsored by Johnson County Library. In honor of International Day of the Girl on Oct. 11, I put together a list of my favorite books for strong girls, but it was SO hard to narrow it down....
Fall and Halloweencan be a wonderful time to celebrate as a family, but if you have children who are sensitive to sounds, lights, or large crowds or have mobility issues, it can become challenging to find activities that work...
Last month, the Surgeon General issued an advisory on the mental health and well-being of parents. It stated, "Parents have a profound impact on the health of our children and the health of society. Yet parents and caregivers today face...
How has organized religion changed since we were kids? And how do those shifts impact its role in family life and society as a whole? To help us unpack all of this is Pastor Scott Chrostek. Rev. Scott Chrostek...
Do you know where to go for help if you suspect your child to be behind on meeting their milestones? If you have general concerns about their development your pediatrician is a great place to start, but did you...
This episode is sponsored by Ash Law. Estate planning might not be the start of a fun conversation, but it's an important one for parents. Our interview with Alyssa Hodges, who you may remember from our episode on divorce, talks...
If you're the parent of a child that has an intellectual disability, it can be difficult to join a mainstream local sports team. Fortunately, many Kansas City organizations provide opportunities throughout the year to participate in a wide variety...
To the mothers grieving the loss of their partners this Father’s Day, please take your time and know that you are not alone. It's normal to experience the five stages of grief in a non-linear process. These waves can continue...
First and foremost, congratulations on your hard-earned achievement! You've put in the work, faced challenges head-on, and emerged victorious. Your journey to this point has been marked by determination, resilience, and a thirst for knowledge, and that deserves to...
Many family friendly spots in Kansas City are opening up sensory friendly days, offering sensory kits or sensory rooms to provide more inclusivity to all children (and adults). This guide highlights some of the best sensory friendly accommodations and...
Remember the days when Candyland and Chutes and Ladders were the only two board games available? Now, there are so many games to choose from it can be overwhelming. And as a parent, you want a game that not...

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Pickleball has officially swept the nation.  It is a low impact sport that feels accessible for almost anyone. Leagues and pickleball-centered businesses are popping...
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