News Archives - Lisa McDonald

16/09/2023 by Lisa McDonald

Join Us for an Empowering Journey: The Whole Baby Thing Online Book Launch Event

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you! The moment we’ve all been waiting for is just around the corner—The Whole Baby Thing Online Book Launch Event is almost here, and you’re invited to be a part of it.

Move Towards Clarity and Confidence

At the heart of this event lies the desire to empower women to make one of life’s most significant decisions—whether to embark on the journey of motherhood or embrace a childfree path. The path is often laden with uncertainties and questions, and that’s where The Whole Baby Thing: Baby or No Baby? How to Choose the Right Path for You comes in.

This book, written by Lisa McDonald, is a beacon of guidance for women at the crossroads of motherhood (or not). Lisa’s personal journey, which includes overcoming challenges like infertility and making the choice to become a mother later in life, makes her uniquely qualified to guide and support others facing similar dilemmas.

What to Expect at the Online Book Launch Event

Our book launch event promises to be an empowering experience. Here’s a small sneak peek of what awaits you:

Learn the 5 most important steps for making one of the biggest decisions of your life
Discover the #1 essential ingredient in your success
Hear Real-Life Stories from women who’ve walked your path, sharing experiences, lessons, highs, and lows.
Gain Practical Insights and strategies for making confident decisions about your future, rooted in your authentic self
Bonus Q&A with Lisa. Get the opportunity to ask Lisa your burning questions and tap into her wisdom

Register Now for the Online Book Launch Event

Don’t miss this opportunity to step closer with clarity and confidence in choosing the right path for you. The event is free to attend, but seats are limited, so be sure to register now to secure your spot.

Register for the event

If You Haven’t Already, Get the Book

If you haven’t had the chance to dive into The Whole Baby Thing book yet, I highly recommend it. This book is more than just a book; it’s a lifeline for anyone facing the “baby or no baby” decision. It empowers you with the knowledge, resources, and support to make an informed choice that aligns with your authentic self. Buy the book.

Join Us in Celebrating

We look forward to celebrating with you at this special event and supporting your unique journey. Let’s come together to explore the path to clarity, confidence, and fulfilment in your decision-making process.

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, 25 October 2023 at 7 pm (AEDT) and register now to secure your spot. We can’t wait to see you there!

Register for the event

11/05/2023 by Lisa McDonald

Exciting Announcement: “The Whole Baby Thing” Pre-Release Now Available!

It’s finally here! Today I’m excited to announce the pre-release of my new book, “The Whole Baby Thing: Baby or No Baby? How To Choose The Right Path For You.” This book is a comprehensive guide for anyone struggling with the decision of whether or not to have a baby. It incorporates information, strategies, stories, insights and suggestions to help you make the best decision for your life.

The decision of whether or not to have a baby is one of the most significant choices many people will ever make. With so many factors to consider, it’s not always an easy decision to make. And many people struggle with feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or conflicted.

This book isn’t just about making a decision; it’s about creating a life that fulfils you. By reading this book, reflecting and taking action, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your values, and the path that feels right for you.

Pre-Order your ebook or paperback copy of “The Whole Baby Thing”, and you’ll get the special pre-release order price. Available for a limited time only. This is your chance to save money while also taking the first step in choosing the best path for you.

Pre-Order Here

Front Cover Revealed! Book News

The Whole Baby Thing Book

Today, I’m thrilled to reveal the front cover of my upcoming book, “The Whole Baby Thing: Baby or No Baby? How To Choose The Right Path For You,” in a short video.

Yes, I’m excited to unveil the front cover with you after an epic journey to get here!

The Front Cover Revealed video captures the heart of the book, which is the decision to have a child or not. Click the link below to watch the video. You’ll get a glimpse of the beautiful cover that sets the tone for the book:

Watch The Front Cover Revealed Video

Watch The Front Cover Revealed Video – for The Whole Baby Thing: Baby or No Baby? Book

Front Cover Revealed

“The Whole Baby Thing” book is a comprehensive guide. It provides practical guidance, personal experiences, and support for women struggling with the decision to have a child or not. Whether you’re grappling with fertility issues, societal expectations, or simply unsure about the right choice, this book offers guidance to make the decision that’s best for you.

If you’d like to be among the first to access “The Whole Baby Thing” book, subscribe to BookUpdates List. You’ll receive the latest news and early access to pre-order a copy of the book. I’m excited to share this valuable resource with you, so stay tuned for more updates and information about the release date.

22/03/2023 by Lisa McDonald

New Book Coming Soon! “The Whole Baby Thing”

Coming Soon - my new book, The Whole Baby Thing: Baby Or No Baby?

Are you struggling with the decision of whether or not to have a baby? Do you feel like you need more guidance and support? I have exciting news for you! My new book, “The Whole Baby Thing: Baby or No Baby? How To Choose The Right Path For You,” is coming soon!

“The Whole Baby Thing” is a comprehensive guide for women who are facing the decision of whether or not to have a baby. It provides practical guidance and support for those who are struggling with this decision. It delves into the motherhood dilemma, offering personal experiences with practical advice to help women make an informed choice.

I’m thrilled to share this book with you, and I hope that it will offer guidance, support, and a sense of community to those who are facing this important decision. For those who want to be amongst the first to access the book, subscribe to the Book Updates List to receive the latest news and early access to pre-ordering a copy.

Coming Soon: I’m excited to share that the cover reveal for “The Whole Baby Thing” is just around the corner! The cover perfectly represents the choice points that can arise when contemplating having a child or not. I can’t wait to share it.

Stay tuned for the Cover Reveal, along with more updates and information about the exciting new release of “The Whole Baby Thing: Baby Or No Baby”.

24/02/2021 by Lisa McDonald

World First IVF Success Website and Calculator – Ground Breaking News!

World First

In 1978 a world first occurred when the first child conceived via In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) technology was born. At the time, I was just a young girl. I could never have imagined that I would use IVF. Even in my 40s when IVF was much more commonplace, I always thought I would give up before that would happen. However, after a miscarriage at 45, the door opened a crack.

Using IVF is now mainstream, assisting vast numbers of women to become pregnant. Most commonly it addresses fertility issues, whether that be female or male-factors or both. It’s also commonly used by Solo women and those in same-sex relationships.

There are now plenty of medical providers of IVF to choose from. But how do you figure out what your chances are for conceiving through IVF? How do you assess providers and their IVF success rates? It has been difficult to compare providers’ results because they don’t all measure and report in the same way.

Ground Breaking IVF Success Website!

“Your IVF Success” website, is groundbreaking! This resource, launched last week, was a response to growing calls for greater transparency in the sector. Funded by Australian Federal government, It allows prospective parents to:

increase their understanding of IVF
better predict their own chance of having a baby,
more easily compare the success rates of Australian IVF clinics.

The website uses carefully chosen measures, to minimise the likelihood of clinics gaming the system. For instance, it controls for where clinics transfer multiple embryos in one cycle – which carries significant health risks for mothers and babies – or where they are selecting younger, uncomplicated patients to boost their live birth rate.

World First Predictor Tool

The Your IVF Success’ website’s world first predictor tool works like a calculator, allowing users to enter their age, the age of their partner, their infertility diagnosis, whether they have previously had children, and any previous IVF treatment to offer an estimate of their chances of success.

Caution

Professor Luk Rombauts, Medical Director Monash IVF Group said, “the data should be interpreted with caution. For instance, some clinics may specialise in second referrals for complex or older patients. “You don’t want clinics to stop treating certain women just to protect their success rates,” he said.

Professor Rombauts also says:

“the website is not designed to replace the expertise of doctors. … would-be parents should consult with a fertility specialist to better understand their unique circumstances, as well as other considerations including the cost of treatment and potential complications.”

Such a website is ground-breaking and could be a “game-changer” for many women contemplating IVF assistance – perhaps even for you or a loved one.

If you’ve been struggling with the whole baby or no baby question and want to start tacking the issues Click Here for more free resources.

Keep happy, healthy and safe.

With warm regards

Lisa