Health is your Greatest Asset...

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

DMarie Barclay is a lifelong educator and community advocate with deep roots in both the Caribbean and New York City. Raised in Brooklyn, she is a proud product of New York City public schools and holds degrees from William Paterson University and Brooklyn College.

With over 30 years of service in the NYC public school system, DMarie has dedicated her life to nurturing minds and empowering communities. Her passion for global education took her to Kenya, where she spent a transformative year teaching as a volunteer with the International Foundation for Education and Self-Help (IFESH).That journey birthed her first poetry, photography book, “Face the Children” in 1999.

Beyond the classroom, DMarie is a creative spirit and passionate wellness advocate. Her personal journey through illness and recovery; guided by both conventional and holistic healing has deeply influenced her approach to life and healing in everything she does.

Today, DMarie's goal is to inspire others to embrace self-empowerment, self-advocacy, and wellness, both in education and in life.

Fibroids, endometriosis, and cancer are no longer rare diagnoses, they are increasingly common realities for women in many communities. I know this firsthand because I have faced and overcome all three. That journey ignited my passion to help women reclaim their health and cultivate a balanced, empowered lifestyle.

Educating our daughters about their bodies, and the changes they will experience, while celebrating these natural transitions empowers them with confidence, knowledge, and self-respect.

Undiagnosed: Healed and Thriving weaves together personal insight and well-researched resources. Tools I wish I had before my diagnoses and learned during my healing process. This book is both a testimony and a guide, proving that prevention, healing, and renewal are possible. With the right knowledge, intentional self-care, and the courage to trust your own path, you don’t just survive, you will thrive.

EMPOWERING OUR DAUGHTERS

“Your period is a sacred reminder that your body is strong, wise, and beautifully fulfilling its natural design. Honor it as a sign of your power."TThe Pinkishe Foundation in India

”This book is designed to guide mothers, aunties, and women of all ages through topics that are often left unspoken. Too often, women navigate changes in their bodies without clear support or understanding. This introductory guide provides a strong foundation to help women better understand their health and well-being.

These messages emphasizes the importance of preparing our daughters with knowledge about their bodies before they begin their menstrual cycle; which empowers them with confidence by having a deeper sense of self.

Why does this book matter?

Some of our daughters did not receive early education about their bodies, nutrition, and menstruation.
Many people live with symptoms that go unheard. Many women push through pain while still showing up for work, family, and life. Many survivors are told the disease is lifelong and that medication is the sole way to manage it.
This book speaks to those realities.
It is for:
· Women who need information on preventative measures
· Women navigating endometriosis, or fibroids
· Professionals balancing wellness and responsibility
· Anyone seeking encouragement, clarity, and hope on their healing journey