The Happy Vagina: The ultimate guide to women’s health; de-stigmatising the vagina from feminism and sex to contraception and beyond

by Mika Simmons

The Happy Vagina shines a light on both the unique and sometimes awkward facts about everything gynaecological, creating an open dialogue for all sexes and generations. “A fierce and fabulous celebration of women. Mika’s straight-talking, no-nonsense writing means she is the friend we don’t just want, but need. Beautiful and empowering. A must read.” – Laura Whitmore In a world where the vagina is still, too frequently, considered taboo, this book aims to entertain, educate and enlighten. Mika Simmons, creator and host of 'The Happy Vagina' podcast, rightly believes that this taboo is problematic and can lead to a whole host of health issues. Intimate health and pleasure can be hard to talk about, regardless of background or experience, The Happy Vagina is here to smash this stigma for women, and men. Medicine, politics, religion, and social conditioning have all had a thoroughly improper and exaggerated influence on women’s being – with many of the falsehoods told still negatively impacting us. Mika’s intention is to re-educate us all by shining a light on these ridiculous, historical myths and then debunk them by sharing the most unique, incredible, and empowering facts about the vagina, thereby encouraging a more open dialogue for everyone. Covering everything from the myth of the wandering womb to mindful masturbation and orgasms to period poverty, the history of contraception, pregnancy and being childfree, Mika’s approachable and positive message urges all of us to know, and appreciate, our own bodies.

Genres: Feminism, Nonfiction, Sexuality

128 pages, Hardcover

Published January 31, 2023

Reviews

[Verónica Fleitas Solich · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant!!!
With a lot of humor but not for that, it loses focus on the objective for which it was written.
A quick read.
I highly recommend it.

[Abha · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book in the Oodi library today - loved the book! It's a quick read and gives a peak into women's healthcare. It isn't super-detailed, uses humour and gets the point across. It's a good start to understanding female organs / health given not much is really shared with us growing up.
I plan to share it with some young adults that I know -)

[Jan46 · Rating 3 out of 5]

*3.5 stars This was a very empowering read! A lot was discussed, such as period poverty, abortion, lack of sex education and how sex and self pleasure is good for you. Dr. Zoe Williams says about this book, “Vaginas are the unsung heroes of life.” Without them we wouldn’t be here.” I think this a must read! Very educational

[Jodi · Rating 4 out of 5]

The title might seem a bit bawdy, but much of this short book is factual and straightforward without any hint of indecency (and there is a good argument included that the societal taboo over using the word "vagina" is ridiculous). I enjoyed learning about some of women's history that I've never previously been exposed to, and was able to share some of it with family members who were also unaware. This would be a good resource for anyone who's interested in learning more about women's health and bodies.

[Taylor Jacks · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fast and easy catch-all read for vagina health. I was able to finish the entire book in one sitting that took me probably an hour?

It covers the surface of history, anatomy, and sexual well-being for several different ages and cultures which is impressive, but not all-encompassing which helps to make it more accessible. I don't agree with every part of it, but something I would definitely use a quick resource.

[Jessica Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really insightful and helpful to understand your body better.

The illustrations were beautiful, the facts and information was great, and the resource section at the back of the book was immense.

10/10 would recommend

[Bronte Theobald · Rating 5 out of 5]

Informative and funny at the same time.
Worth a read if you want to learn more about women’s health

[Christy Abbott · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was expecting so much more from this book.

[Allison Eckenberg · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very insightful to understand a woman’s body and a few myths busted as well. Good mix of humor.
Vagina is not a bad word.

[Aya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Straight-forward, entertaining, and very insightful to read. In fact, I wish it was longer

[Holly Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun, empowering, and informative.