West Michigan Woman

Summer is officially here and that means more camping and bonfires. But if you're not exactly the hotdog or hamburger type, you may find yourself at a loss when it comes to cooking some dishes over the fire. 🤔🏕️ Fear not! 🌯🍤 From campfire French toast and breakfast burritos to a New Orleans-inspired Cajun shrimp boil and more, here are some more delicious recipes you won't want to miss: https://buff.ly/4d408Yg #WestMIWoman #CampingRecipes #CampfireCooking

In The Image, a local nonprofit organization, will soon host the 28th year of its annual SHOES program, aimed at providing a free pair of athletic shoes and promoting healthy lifestyle choices to local kids. 👟🌳 Keep reading to learn more about the event and how you can get involved! https://buff.ly/4bKOzUF Photos courtesy of In the Image. #WestMIWoman #WestMichigan

According to the Salt Therapy Association, salt therapy—also known as halotherapy—has origins dating back to the salt mines and caves of Eastern Europe and Russia. 🧂🗺️ Today, the idea of inhaling salt-enriched air via salt therapy is thought by some to improve respiratory wellness, along with skin and sleep quality. 😴 At Pink Lounge: Dry Salt Therapy in Kentwood, visitors can try salt therapy out for themselves by sinking into total relaxation through a variety of services: https://buff.ly/3LvrxGQ #WestMIWoman #SaltTherapy #SaltTherapyRoom

The conversation around difficult family relationships usually ramps up around major holidays, when we're more likely to be at the table with an array of relatives, all with their own personalities and (often conflicting) beliefs. 🗯️ But, many people—women especially—struggle year-round with certain family members, whether it's a parent or sibling, or someone more extended. To unpack this issue, we talked with Dr. Ronald DeVries, a fully licensed psychologist at Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services: https://buff.ly/3ShOq4f #WestMIWoman #ToxicRelationships #ToxicFamily

From local events and can’t-miss destinations to women’s health and financial wellness, our eNewsletter features web-exclusive, curated content on the topics that matter most to the women in our community. 📲🧘♀️ Subscribe today (it's free!) and see why 55,000+ readers love West Michigan Woman content: https://buff.ly/4cCnEvD #WestMIWoman #WestMichigan #WomensMagazine

Nominations are now OPEN for the 2024 West Michigan Woman Readers' Choice Awards! 🩷✨ Now through August 16, spread the local love by nominating YOUR favorite West Michigan individuals and businesses. From your go-to nail salon to your favorite event caterer, fitness studio, clothing boutique and more, we want to hear it all! Submit your nominations here: https://buff.ly/3LcfQox Finalists will be announced on September 3, with the second round of voting running September 3 – 20. The final results will be shared in the Dec/Jan issue of West Michigan Woman. #WestMIWoman #WMWReadersChoiceAwards #WestMichigan

"Should I? Shouldn't I? What will people think?" 💭 These are questions you may have internally asked yourself many times over the course of many years. What about? No, not some earth-shattering decision or salacious action. They're thoughts about ... wearing shorts. 🩳 Read on for why we're saying "eff it" and wearing the shorts this summer: https://buff.ly/4eXWYH8 Photo courtesy of Sarah Suydam. #WestMIWoman #SummerConfidence

Paleo, Carnivore, Vegan, Pescatarian, Mediterranean ... Despite the popularity of these and other diets, over 42% of Americans are obese according to the CDC. 📈 Rates of obesity-related diseases in America—such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension and type 2 diabetes—are at an all-time high. Further, we're bombarded with information that can be both daunting and confusing. What seems to be true, however, is that those of us who love a good filet should definitely be eating more plants. 🥬🫛 Come along as we explore the benefits of incorporating more plant power into your diet: https://buff.ly/3VXIs9W #WestMIWoman #PlantBased #PlantBasedDiet

The small town of Hastings will transform into the epicenter of music euphoria with the Thornapple Arts Council second annual Fair Ground Festival, taking place Saturday, July 27. 🎊 The festival—which calls itself the only female-forward music festival in West Michigan—is slated to feature an eclectic mix of six musical acts, culminating in a performance by country music’s rising star, The War and Treaty. https://buff.ly/45Xet6t Photo credit to Jim McMellen, Courtesy of Fair Ground Festival. #WestMIWoman #MichiganEvents #SummerEvent

Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and discover Ludington this summer! Just a short drive away, this charming town offers award-winning beaches, thrilling woods and water adventures and vibrant events. Experience the perfect getaway with a mix of relaxation and excitement.