Erin Bartel
Wichita Mom's Content Director, Erin owns Elite Media Ink, a boutique social media marketing & management agency in Wichita. She spends her days helping local businesses and non-profits navigate the ever-changing waters of social media and Marco Polo-ing her BFFs. Married to her college sweetheart and the mother of 2, Erin's hobbies include bribing herself to exercise, traveling with (and without) her family, and trying to remember where she hid the chocolate.
Wine, Women & Shoes to Benefit Kansas Children’s Foundation on March 6, 2021
Kansas Children's Foundation was founded in 2014 in connection with the opening of the only dedicated children’s hospital in our state; Wesley Children’s Hospital. Our name was changed to Kansas Children’s Foundation in spring...
How & Where to Donate Blood in Wichita
Human blood, platelets and plasma are natural resources that do not yet have (legal) synthetic alternatives - which means that when our stores run out, we're out. That probably doesn't sound so bad as...
7 Mystery Books for Middle Schoolers Who Love Enola Holmes
If your kids are anything like mine, they can't pass up a good mystery - especially one solved by an eager underage gumshoe (or two!). My 10-year-old flies through books at lightning speed, so...
The ULTIMATE List of Wichita Date Ideas
These Wichita date ideas are more than just a list of Wichita restaurants and movie theaters - our comprehensive guide offers 200+ ideas for every budget.
Think you’ve run out of Wichita date ideas? Think...
Wichita Breastfeeding Clinics and Lactation Consultants for New Moms
Wichita Breastfeeding Support and Services for New Moms
*Hours and availability are subject to change due to COVID-19. Please contact each provider to get information on their current services & safety protocols.
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A private lactation...
Wichita Magnet Schools May Be the Best Option for Your Kids – Here’s How...
While families in Wichita, and across the country, are continuing to adapt to the current school year’s challenges, they also need to start planning for the 2021-22 school year. One of the first choices...
Give the Gift of Music This Holiday Season: Shop Senseney Music
This article is sponsored by Senseney Music.
Looking for meaningful and timeless gifts? Think Senseney Music this holiday season. Shop in-person and online for the instrument you’ve been dreaming about for yourself or a loved...
Virtual & Online Holiday Events, Concerts, and Shows for the Whole Family
The show must go on! Many of our favorite holiday traditions will look a little different this year - including these fun events, concerts, and shows that will offer online viewing instead of in-person...
Where Kids Can Mail Letters to Santa in Wichita (and Get a Response Back)
You've written your letters to Santa Claus...now what? Make sure jolly old St. Nick receives your requests in time by dropping them off at one of these spots in Wichita!
Noted locations will also provide...
Where is Santa? Free Apps & Websites to Track Santa on Christmas Eve!
Neither snow nor rain nor gloom of global pandemic can stop Santa from his annual trip around the globe! Want to keep up with him as Rudolph guides the team from the North Pole...
Where to Order the Perfect Holiday Pies in Wichita
Pumpkin? Apple? Gluten-free and vegan? Here's where to find the perfect pies for your holiday meals this season. Some bakeries require pre-order while others offer grab & go desserts - so make sure you...
8 Natural Ways to Combat Seasonal Depression and Anxiety
For me it begins with the shortened days and longer nights. As the sun sets earlier, I feel a nagging sense of sadness with a twinge of anxiety. Perfectly planned, fun-filled autumn days at...
15 Places to Buy Christmas Pajamas for Kids and Families
Is there anything cuter than matching Christmas pajamas for kids? They are one of our team's favorite holiday traditions! Whether you're looking for jammies for all the grandkids, PJs for grown-ups and kids, or...
Wichita Companies That Will Hang Your Christmas Lights
Looking for a company to hang your exterior Christmas lights? These are recommendations straight from our Wichita Mom Neighborhood Groups!
If you can't (or don't want to) climb up on the roof, these Wichita businesses...