West Michigan Woman

West Michigan Woman is both a magazine and an online platform that celebrates and highlights the achievements of influential women in the local community. We offer current and pertinent articles that cover various aspects of women's lives, all with a focus on local relevance. Whether it’s topics about family, finances, careers, or health, our content has something to cater to every woman's interests!

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Bold and Brilliant: The 2025 Brilliance Awards in Review

2 weeks ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

The 2025 Brilliance Awards, an annual celebration of the dynamic talent, spirit and intellect of those who tackle issues facing professional women, took place April 24 at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. As the West Michigan Woman community gathered once more for an evening filled with awards, drinks, dining and music, we were reminded of the many inspiring stories of the women and men within the community who truly elevate others and blaze trails of inspiration.
Pleasantly Revolutionary: How Jenn Gavin Is Reshaping the Future of Animal Behavior and Training

1 month ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

Jenn Gavin, CPDT-KA, FPPE, has always known that she wanted to work with dogs. After all, she's been training and rehoming them in various capacities for over 30 years. But after growing up in Midland and attending Hope College, Gavin worked first as a paralegal before ultimately pursuing her true passion—a decision sparked by wanting more flexibility to care for her children and the desire to help owners and their pets with challenging behaviors.
Demystifying Stocks: What It’s All About and How to Get Started

1 month ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

Investing through stocks, as complex as it can seem, doesn't have to be intimidating. In fact, building your investments through stocks comes with incredible potential. Deb Moon, ABFPTM, ADPATM, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones, told us more. Before you begin investing in stocks, pinpoint your goals and motivations. "What matters most to you? It's important that your investments are based on your needs, wants and wishes," Moon said.
Adjusting Your Skincare for Warmer Weather

1 month ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

As the weather warms and we begin to enjoy all that the spring and summer seasons bring, our skincare routines also could use a change. From switching to lighter formulas to prioritizing sun protection and antioxidants, here's how to keep your skin healthy, glowing and balanced all season long.
What’s New in Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery?

1 month ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

Advancements in aesthetics and plastic surgery are ever evolving, from small, nonsurgical tweaks to more aggressive surgical procedures and everything in between. We caught up with Dr. Bradley Bengtson, FACS, Founder and CEO of Bengtson Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery, to learn what he's seeing in the industry at the moment.
Building Your Spring and Summer Capsule Wardrobe

1 month ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

Winter is behind us and we're ready to ditch the bulky sweaters, heavy boots and puffy coats for lighter, brighter and fresher styles. Rather than mindlessly buying up a hoard of trendy items, Kathryn Snow of Style Me Ada—an expert personal stylist and shopper—walks us through building a capsule wardrobe that will keep you feeling confident and stylish all spring and summer. The key to a capsule wardrobe? Keeping versatility top of mind.
March is Reading Month: Dive into the Benefits of Reading

2 months ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

Reading is on the rise! Which is wonderful for a number of reasons, from improving sleep quality to fostering creativity and more. This Reading Month, we connected with an expert to learn exactly what benefits reading and audiobooks offer. According to Shannon Wilson, Vice President of Population Health and Health Equity for Priority Health, reading is like a workout for your brain.
What’s the Deal? An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Explained

2 months ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

You may have heard about the effects inflammation can have on your health. And while the National Institutes of Health explain that inflammation is a normal part of the body's response to injury or infection, it can in fact be a bad thing when it occurs for too long a duration or in healthy tissue. This can lead to chronic inflammation, which is often influenced by lifestyle factors such as diet.
Amanda Rostic, MPH: A Relentless Pursuit of Progress

2 months ago | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

"I'm never what people expect." Amanda Rostic wears many hats, whether it's being a mother of four, a public health advocate in life and professionally at Corewell Health, a filmmaker through EpiKid Productions, an entrepreneur, volunteer or friend, her warm energy and obvious passion for progress toward positive outcomes is contagious.
Galentine’s Day Ideas

Feb 10, 2025 | westmichiganwoman.com | Sarah Suydam

The time around Valentine's Day doesn't have to just be about romantic love—it can also be a great time to show the best girlfriends in your life that you love and appreciate them and their friendship, as well! Keep reading for some fun Galentine's Day ideas, whether you plan to celebrate today, tomorrow or this weekend (we know lining up schedules is a sport in itself).