Q: How is Mothers & More Different from other Moms' Groups?

A: We focus on Mom as a whole person, whether you're juggling the demands of paid work and family care, being a full-time caregiver at home, or making a transition between the two.

We recognize that Mothers need lasting, meaningful connections with each other that will last beyond infancy and the toddler years. We provide an extended community of women who are talking about and supporting each other through the changes and challenges that affect mothers' lives.

We know that our decisions as Mothers are more involved than deciding to "stay at home" or "return to work."  The work we do now and our roles as caregivers can change at the drop of a hat as our families change -- it's called sequencing.

Q: Is Mothers & More for At-Home Moms or Working Moms?

A: All of the above! Mothers & More champions the value and necessity of all mothers' work to society -- paid and unpaid, within and outside of the home. By uniting mothers to act on their own behalf, we seek to influence policies, practices, and attitudes that unfairly impact mothers as caregivers. We realize that your current situation isn't where you've always been and likely will keep evolving as your kids grow. Read more...

Q: Are chapter meetings your only events each month?

A: Please check out our online events calendar. You'll see that Wichita Mothers & More offers a wide range of events for Moms to gather with their kids, as well as others that are reserved for Moms Only. Newcomers can preview up to two (2) Mom Only events before deciding whether to become a WMM member. Mom & Kid events are kept for members in the interest of creating a kid-safe atmosphere.

Q: Can I Join If...?

A: We sometimes receive questions from mothers who want to know if they can be members given their unique situation. For example, are you:

Our answer: Yes!  Review the Mothers & More Mission and Core Beliefs and you'll see why. Mothers & More believes that all Mothers benefit through support and connections with each other. Nationally, Mothers & More even has a few members who are Dads, men who are caregivers and who, by virtue of their experiences, identify deeply with our beliefs. We are focused on Mothers' needs in particular (our name should offer a big hint!), which is something interested Dads may want to keep in mind.

Q: Should I Join Nationally or Locally?

A: When you join Mothers & More, your annual membership dues include access to both national and local chapter benefits.

Q: I'd love to become a member, but I'm facing a tight family budget. What can I do?

A:Mothers & More knows that families face tough money choices, making even a few dollars per month a stretch. During these times, Mom especially can use supportive connections.  Please contact our Member Coordinator for information about the scholarship option -- your request will be handled with respect for your personal privacy.

A: That's true at both the chapter and national levels. One of the most rewarding things about being a member is the opportunity to shape and contribute to where this organization and the Wichita Chapter go next.