In a world that often values convenience over connection, the Collins family stands as a beautiful anomaly. Karissa Collins and her husband Mandrae have not only embraced the gift of parenting — they’ve built a thriving family of 11 children, all rooted deeply in love, discipline, and unshakable faith.
Karissa, a passionate advocate for intentional parenting, shares how her journey wasn’t always smooth. “There were days I questioned everything,” she admits, “but those same days often ended with tiny arms wrapped around my neck, reminding me why we started this journey.” Together with Mandrae, they faced the trials of raising a large family in a fast-paced world: sleepless nights, financial concerns, and the constant balancing act of being present for each child.

But beyond the chaos lies a rhythm — a symphony of faith-filled mornings, shared meals, and the kind of laughter that fills every corner of their home. “We don’t measure success in awards or milestones,” Mandrae says. “We measure it in trust, in tears wiped away, and in prayers whispered over sleeping children.”
Their story has captivated millions on social media, but for Karissa, the heart of their journey remains private — in moments of quiet forgiveness, in teaching compassion through example, and in choosing love even when it’s hard.
For the Collinses, parenting is not about perfection. It’s about purpose. Their life is a reminder that the strongest families are not the ones with the fewest challenges, but the ones who lean on each other — and their faith — to rise above them.