With her book, Midlife Transitions, Dr. Yolanda Serra Martinez invites women to explore what this chapter can hold and shape what comes next, one transition at a time.
San Antonio, United States (PRUnderground) October 27th, 2026
There is more to the midlife story. Alongside conversations about menopause and perimenopause are questions of identity, ambition, relationships and possibility: What matters to me now? What would I like to make room for? What do I want the coming years to hold?
In Midlife Transitions, health and behavioral scientist and health communication specialist Dr. Yolanda Serra Martinez invites women to explore those questions with curiosity, practical guidance and a sense of possibility.
Dr. Serra Martinez brings three decades of professional experience spanning public health, university teaching and personal mentoring of women to the page. The book translates that experience into thoughtful questions, practical tools and guidance for women exploring what this chapter of life can hold.
Midlife Transitions presents midlife as a stage with room for discovery, meaningful change and renewed connection to what makes life fulfilling. It also recognizes the realities that shape women's choices, including health, caregiving, work, finances and the needs of people they love.
"I want women to feel that there is something to look forward to in this chapter," said Dr. Serra Martinez. "There may be interests you want to rediscover, relationships you want to deepen or an idea you finally want to explore. The question is what matters to you now and how you can begin making room for it."
Through guided reflection and practical planning, the book offers a structured way to understand what is changing, clarify priorities and identify workable next steps. Readers are invited to consider both what they want to carry forward and what they are ready to approach differently.
"A vibrant midlife will look different for every woman," Dr. Serra Martinez said. "For one, it may mean a new professional direction. For another, closer friendships, a creative pursuit or more space in her days. This book invites you to explore your own possibilities, one transition at a time."
From the Page to a Shared Experience
The next chapter of Midlife Transitions begins at Old School Maker Space in San Antonio, a place of special personal significance to Dr. Serra Martinez. This inaugural mini retreat series will mark the beginning of a broader program of workshops, retreats and online classes, creating different ways for women to explore the book's ideas with the author and with one another. Private one-on-one coaching will also offer a more personal setting for those who prefer individual support.
The Midlife Transitions Mini Retreat Series will be held at Oldschool Makerspace in San Antonio, TX. The series will run for six weeks beginning January 21, 2027, with Thursday sessions from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Each registration in this inaugural series includes the book and a personal journal designed specifically to accompany it. Participants will work directly with Dr. Serra Martinez, using the journal to connect the book's reflections and tools with their own lives. The mini retreats offer dedicated time to pause, explore possibilities and share conversation with other women.
A Thoughtful Gift for the Season Ahead
For those looking for a meaningful gift this holiday season, the inaugural mini retreat series offers something to look forward to in the new year: time for reflection, connection and personal discovery. With Midlife Transitions, a personal journal and six sessions guided by the author included, it is a thoughtful gift for a woman you care about, including yourself.
To learn more about gifting the experience or reserving a place, visit https://healthlongevitycoaching.com.
An Invitation to the Conversation
For Dr. Serra Martinez, the attention surrounding midlife is an opening for a conversation with lasting relevance: How do we want to live this chapter of our lives?
Journalists, editors and podcast hosts are invited to interview Dr. Serra Martinez about the ideas behind Midlife Transitions, from identity and changing priorities to meaningful work, relationships and making room for new possibilities. She brings a scientific perspective, warmth and practical insight to a discussion that reaches beyond menopause to the broader experience of women's lives.
For interviews and media inquiries, contact serra@healthlongevitycoaching.com.
About the Author
Dr. Yolanda Serra Martinez is a health and behavioral scientist, health communication specialist, educator and author based in San Antonio, Texas. She is the founder of Health and Longevity Coaching. Her work brings together health, behavior and communication to support women as they consider their priorities and navigate life's transitions.
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