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Smart As a Baby’s Bottom: Cloth Diapers Making a Comeback

Smart As a Baby’s Bottom: Cloth Diapers Making a Comeback

When they had their first child, Christy Malone and her husband diapered their newborn the same way hundreds of thousands of parents do (multiple times) everyday—with a disposable. And like many parents, Christy didn't do any research on the substances that are used...

Smart As a Baby’s Bottom: Cloth Diapers Making a Comeback

When they had their first child, Christy Malone and her husband diapered their newborn the same way hundreds of thousands of parents do (multiple times) everyday—with a disposable. And like many parents, Christy didn't do any research on the substances that are used...

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Locally-Grown Coop Opportunity

Single Block Dimensions: 2.5" x 4.125" Double Block Dimensions: 5" x 4.125" West Michigan Woman is a local magazine that reaches 10,000 influential and professional women in Grand Rapids, Holland, Muskegon, and beyond. West Michigan Woman will feature exclusive...

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Staycation Advertising Opportunity

West Michigan Woman is mailed to over 10,000 local women - with buying power! Our audience of readers includes professional, community-minded women who support our local businesses, with 85% of our readers having children, and who are all located right here in the...

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Outdoor Spaces Advertising Opportunity

West Michigan Woman is mailed to over 10,000 local women - with buying power! Our audience of readers includes professional, influential, community-minded women who support our local businesses, and who are all located right here in the Grand Rapids, Holland, and...

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Mother’s Day 2013

Mothers come in all shapes and sizes, and from all walks of life. Being a mother isn't just about giving birth: It's about the sacrifices they make, all in the name of those they love. Mother's Day was created to celebrate, to thank, and, most of all, to show...

Is Pinterest Your Interior Design Friend … or Foe?

Is Pinterest Your Interior Design Friend … or Foe?

If you’re just beginning a home renovation—or even just sprucing up one room in your home—you’ve most likely been looking on Pinterest for ideas.  Pinterest is an invitation-only social image bookmarking system (also known as a virtual pinboard) that allows users...

Local Entrepreneur’s Plans Come to Life

Local Entrepreneur’s Plans Come to Life

What was originally a school project turned into an opportunity of a lifetime for Kelly LeCoy. Kelly went to study business marketing at Calvin College, where a business plan she came up with for local business turned into one of her best ideas. After turning in her...

Holland’s Girlfriends Weekend Sure to Impress

Holland’s Girlfriends Weekend Sure to Impress

Quick to sell out and sure to entertain, Holland's Girlfriends Weekend is a hit among local ladies and out-of-town BFFs. Coming to the lakeshore this March, it's a weekend full of shopping, primping, cocktailing, and fun.  "It's an in-demand event," said Kara de...

Mixing It Up

Mixing It Up

Kellie Rowland loves to mix up life—literally. And at the JW Marriott's six.one.six mixology bar, she does much more than take drink orders: She's a beverage artist, and people are starting to notice. Kellie was recently recognized by Experience Grand Rapids with a...