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My IVF Story: A Journey of Hope, Fear & Love

Hello, I’m Margaret Cali, a certified fertility and mindset coach. My path to this work didn’t begin with textbooks or training—it began with my own story.

My Story

For years, I lived in the waiting rooms of clinics, in the shock of unexpected news, and in the quiet ache of miscarriage. By the time I was 39, I had walked through more loss and uncertainty than I ever imagined possible.

My body felt weary.
My heart, even more so.

The Missing Piece in Fertility Care

What I discovered along the way is that fertility treatment is never just medical—it’s deeply emotional. While doctors focused on protocols and results, no one was tending to the fear, grief, and isolation that quietly lived inside me. That gap nearly broke me.

My work today goes beyond one-to-one coaching. I’m also partnering with IVF clinics and workplaces to change the face of fertility support—because fertility isn’t just a private struggle. It touches families, communities, and organisations. Emotional wellbeing should sit alongside medical treatment as an essential part of the journey.

Finding My Way Forward

What saved me was learning how to strengthen my mind and heart alongside my body. I discovered the power of resilience, the importance of emotional care, and the clarity that comes when you have tools to steady yourself in the storm. These weren’t luxuries—they were lifelines.

Why I Coach Today

Today, I bring those lessons together with my professional training as a fertility and mindset coach to guide others through their own journeys. At Cali Coaching, I believe fertility is everyone’s business—not only in clinics, but in workplaces, families, and communities. Emotional support should never be optional.

My Mission

My mission is clear: to help individuals embrace fertility challenges with strength and clarity, transform through emotional healing and mindset growth, and empower their journey towards hope, confidence, and a fulfilling future.

This is my story, but it’s also my promise: you are not alone, and there is always a way forward.

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T: 0409 304 003
E: mcalicoaching@gmail.com
A: Ashbury NSW 2193

© 2025 Margaret Cali. All rights reserved.

Business Hours

Monday: 9am – 5pm
Tuesday: 9am – 5pm
Wednesday: 9am – 5pm
Thursday: 9am – 5pm
Friday: 9am – 5pm

Based in Australia, I also support clients internationally. Sessions are by appointment, with flexible times to suit busy schedules and different time zones.

Recent Posts

  • What Whole-Woman Readiness Means Before IVF
  • How to Prepare Emotionally for IVF Before Treatment Begins
  • Feeling Overwhelmed Before IVF Begins: Why It Happens and What Helps
  • Why Doing Everything Right Still Doesn’t Feel Like Enough
  • Protection Mode vs Creation Mode: The Missing Conversation in IVF Preparation
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