Being a Woman

A science-based, life cycle guide to women’s gynecological health — clear, comprehensive, and empowering

In Being a Woman, Dr. Alexandra Henríquez, a practicing gynecologist and leading health communicator, offers a thorough evidence-based guide to women’s health that stands apart from the usual wellness manuals. Combining clinical medicine, genetics, and lifestyle science, she provides clear answers to the questions women ask most — without alarmism, taboos, or pseudoscience.

What makes this book distinctive is its true life cycle approach. Henríquez accompanies readers from the first thousand days of life, including prenatal development, through adolescence, reproductive years, pregnancy, and menopause. Rather than treating female health as a collection of isolated issues, she presents it as a continuous process, helping women understand how early biological and lifestyle factors shape long-term well-being.

Addressing common but often misunderstood conditions — such as PCOS, PMS, endometriosis, breast cancer, fertility challenges, and hormonal imbalance — Henríquez explains complex medical concepts in practical, accessible language grounded in daily clinical experience.

The result is not just a reference book, but a tool for informed decision-making, designed to help women understand their bodies, engage confidently with healthcare professionals, and navigate every stage of womanhood with clarity and autonomy