Jess Downey, Author at Real Woman

Leigh Jaynes is a Trailblazer in Women’s Wrestling

Posted by Jess Downey | Jan 8, 2025

By the time Leigh Jaynes started wrestling in high school, she had already faced so much adversity. Her resilience, grit, and determination propelled her to become a leader in the sport.

Ashara Shapiro’s Creative, Collaborative Art

Posted by Jess Downey | Jan 8, 2025

The curator-in-chief built her art space to elevate and empower local artists, connect them with their community, and challenge conventional thinking.

Menopause Treatment is Undergoing a Renovation

Posted by Jess Downey | Oct 18, 2024

How we think about and treat the symptoms of menopause is undergoing a major renovation. Here’s what women need to know now to thrive during perimenopause and beyond.