Ashley Cook
Ashley grew up in Augusta and has lived in the Wichita area for most of her life. She works full time as vice president at a marketing agency. She'd been in the workforce for 15 years and faced years of fertility challenges before being blessed with son Charlie in 2015.
She met her husband, Josh, in kindergarten. The house-divided college sweethearts attended KU and K-State, starting their careers in Dallas before returning to Wichita in 2003. Not just a full-time executive and mom, she owns Josh Cook Golf Academy with her namesake husband. Ashley also enjoys volunteering as Wichita Aero Club vice chair, driving a golf cart with Josh and Charlie, drinking wine and spending time with family.
Where to Get A Relaxing Massage in Wichita
The white fluffy robe. The smell of aromatherapy. Lounging in the relaxation room. Your phone on silent. Time for the worries of the world to melt away. I start to relax just thinking about...
Seven Important Life Lessons I Learned from My Seven-Year-Old
“Out of the mouths of babes.” There are so many times something my son says truly sticks with me. I often think, If I approached life in the innocent and matter-of-fact way he does...
Where Kids Can Learn to Play Golf in Wichita
As a golf instructor’s wife, I’m often asked by other moms where to even begin when it comes to golf. While the sport often has the perception of being an elitist game primarily for...
How to Create A Flawless Spring/Summer Capsule Wardrobe
It’s hard to believe that it’s been two years since we all moved from dressing up most days to feeling fancy in yoga pants and loungewear. After realizing how much more productive I am...
10 Engaging & Entertaining Books for Young Boys
Books have been a nightly ritual since our son was born. We were gifted an amazing library by our family and friends before he was born and have continued to add to it each...
3 Gluten-Free Holiday Desserts Everyone Will Love
I have a secret to share about my holiday baking. Shh. Don’t tell…it’s not from scratch. Being gluten free, I learned years ago that it was easier for me to start with mixes and...
9 Tips for Staying Fit Over 40, No Gym Required
Anybody else hit 40 and seem to mysteriously gain weight? In my 30s, I could maintain my weight without much effort. I had our son at 37, lost the baby weight and it suddenly...
Check Out These 4 Hidden Gems for Foodies in Old Town Wichita
I've worked near Old Town for nearly 20 years, so I love to frequent restaurants in the area. I'd venture to say that if you head to Old Town on the weekend or for...
5 Tips for Giving Yourself Grace When You Feel Like Giving Up
In a year when we’ve all struggled to find balance in our families, work and expectations of ourselves, it’s important that we, as moms and healthy human beings, stop and give ourselves some grace....
A Year Later, Another COVID Birthday Party
A year ago when I wrote an article about social distancing birthday party ideas, I would have never guessed that I'd be planning a second one for my son. As a mom, I’m mourning...
How to Teach Your Child to Swallow a Pill (No Spoon Full of Sugar...
Do you resort to endless bribery just to get medicine down the hatch? It’s has been a battle for the entire five years of our son’s life. When we only had to worry about...
7 Fun (and Free) Ways to Entertain Kids at Home on a Rainy Day
I'm a big believer in using your imagination for play. This stems from my childhood. I grew up on a farm in the 1980s with no cable, the closet neighbor was a mile away...
Being Your Child’s Advocate: Our Journey with Sleep Issues
Last summer, I read this article on Wichita Mom titled Why We Can’t Ignore the Snore about kids, snoring, how it can be a sign of sleep disorders and impact on overall health. Our...
Pumping On the Go: Tips for Traveling with Liquid Gold
Let's face it, breastfeeding is not always convenient.
When my son was born, I was working a 40 hour a week job. My plan was to breastfeed when I was at home and on the...