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Kate Fisher
is a blood donation
advocate on a mission…
The goal is to end persistent critical blood shortages in Australia and around the world. Kate was initially inspired by her daughter Marleigh who became unwell at the age of three and was eventually diagnosed with Seronegative Paediatric Autoimmune Encephalitis.
This is a life-threatening condition with no cure, however treatment is possible with Intravenous Immunoglobulin Infusions (IVIG) made from donated human plasma
Hard Facts
The Challenge
Donate life-saving blood today
Give blood, plasma or
platelets and book your donation today
Kate encourages people to donate blood for the Milkshakes for Marleigh Lifeblood team so she can track the number of donations made by people inspired by Marleigh’s incredible story of survival
Lives saved in 2024
Whole Blood Donors
Plasma Donors
Platelets Donors
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Our precious surviving twin, Campbell Benjamin graduated from primary school last night!
We were beyond proud to see him receive merit awards for Persistence and Determination; Environment and Peer Mentoring.
We’ve always said to our kids that all the we ask it that they show kindness and respect and that they give things a red hot crack!
So proud that he has been offered a spot at the high school of his choice that will support his passions, interests and his unique character and style of learning.
Marleigh is going to miss his protective presence when he heads off to his new school next year but I know it will give them both a chance to grow!
It’s a joy to be their mum!
#survivingtwin #graduation #thanksteachers #schoolsout #week11 #wtf #readyforchristmasmovies #milkshakesformarleigh #siblinglove
Donations done today for “It’s in the Bag” @sharethedignityaustralia campaign to make the world brighter for vulnerable woman and girls this Christmas. @bunnings
We donated 5 bags this year filled with essential toiletries, menstrual products, drink bottles, hats and some treats of beauty products, hair accessories and copies of The @milkshakes_for_marleigh and Women Making a Difference books.
As a family, we try to start the festive season by donating clothes, books or toys that we no longer need; we purchase toys for the Kmart Wishing tree and this week Marleigh also bought some meals for vulnerable dogs in need through a pet shop fundraiser.
Congratulations to @rochellecourtenay for another extraordinary campaign making the world brighter for vulnerable women in Australia.
I had the honour of spending time with Rochelle earlier this year at the @ausmumpreneur Conference and awards where we were both finalists on The Woman Changing the World category.
Share the Dignity is a women’s charity in Australia, that works to make a real difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness, fleeing domestic violence, or doing it tough. They distribute period products to women, girls, and anyone who menstruates who needs support. When someone is doing it tough, the last thing on their mind should be dealing with their period.
#womenmakingadifference @thewomenchangingtheworld #milkshakesformarleigh #itsinthebag #sharethedignity #australia #femalefounders
#throwback to March 2024!
On the road with the @milkshakes_for_marleigh book!
Book tour stops included:
- Visits with BFFs in Canberra including a signing @thebookcowkingston
- The Soulful Sisterhood retreat hosted by the remarkable @the_mumma_nest and @thelauraaura_
- Hangs with @wainwrightholly in Berry, NSW
- Culburra beach, NSW for my Grandad’s 95th birthday party
- Merimbula, NSW as an early 40th birthday getaway
- @saltireads Bulcock Beach, Caloundra, QLD
- Easter at The @lifebloodau Donor Centre at Maroochydore, QLD with @jodie_miles
The needs for blood donation and blood donation advocacy never stops so weave it into all of our family adventures!
#milkshakesformarleigh #book #podcast #bestseller #booktour #canberra #merimbula #berry #soulfulsisterhood #retreat #culburrabeach #maroochydore #lifeblood
#saltireads
Earlier this week I was named in @msn ‘s Top 10 Pioneering Entrepreneur’s for 2024 and while global recognition of my blood donation advocacy work is amazing…. Being sent messages like this is what fuels my passion for my work 👆
(Little line shamelessly pulled from @milkshakes_for_marleigh team blood donor @samueljjohnson78 😘😘)
Ash & I were at the same school and grew up showjumping together many moons ago! There is no better feedback that I can receive than having her make her first ever blood donation the same day that she listened to the @milkshakes_for_marleigh Podcast!
Messages like this is why it was names @ausmumpreneur Podcast of the Year for 2024!
So thrilling to hear that Ash saved 3 lives and also spotted a copy of The Milkshakes for Marleigh book at @lifebloodau while she was enjoying her milkshakes afterwards!
You can download the Milkshakes for Markeigh Podcast for free wherever you get your pods and the Milkshakes for Marleigh book is available via my website (link in bio) with FREE postage in November and December 2024.
#milkshakesformarleigh #podcast #msn #pioneer #entrepreneur #podcastoftheyear #podcastoftheyear2024 #ausmumpreneur #book #bestsellingauthor #australianstory #storyteller #podcastersofinstagram #donateblood #bookablooddonation #lifebloodau @edwinatopsalexander @rowanwillisshowjumper #showjumping #firsttimeblooddonor #lifesaver
I am absolutely honoured to have been announced as one of @msn ‘s Top Ten Pioneering Entrepreneurs of 2024, for the way @milkshakes_for_marleigh is “revolutionising blood donation advocacy on a global scale”.
“ Kate’s brainchild, Milkshakes for Marleigh, isn’t your average non-profit. It’s a creative cocktail of storytelling, advocacy, and life-saving action. Her award-winning podcast and bestselling book share tales of survival that’ll make you want to roll up your sleeves and donate blood faster than you can say “red cell count.”
Kate’s accolades? Impressive and well-earned. She has snagged the Women Changing the World Global Impact Award and turned heads at international summits. Her words have inspired business leaders worldwide to implement paid leave for blood donation. Talk about a ripple effect!
From podcasting to public speaking, writing books, and voicing audiobooks, Kate’s entrepreneurial spirit knows no bounds.”
#donateblood #milkshakesformarleigh #bookstagram #book #podcast #globalimpact #bookmeasaspeaker #publicspeaking #advocate #msn @thewomenchangingtheworld @lifebloodau @ausmumpreneur
Events / Speaking
What’s happening
next…
AusMumpreneur Conference and Awards
Melbourne
Judge & Finalist
14 – 16 August 2024
Book Launch @ Avid Reader Bookstore
193 Boundary Street, West End Brisbane
6pm – with Hedley Thomas
Monday, 9th September 2024
Speaker at Women’s Economic Forum – Australia
Melbourne
“Advocacy & Activism: Women Making a Difference”
20 – 21 September 2024
Female Founder Tour
New York, USA
Speaker at Women Changing the World Summit
06 – 11 October 2024
Ask Kate
to speak
Kate Fisher is such a highly sought-after speaker given her breadth of personal and professional experiences. Kate is the host and producer of the award winning Milkshakes for Marleigh podcast where she tells survival stories of blood products recipients to thank donors and to encourage new ones. She the author of the Amazon #1 bestselling book Milkshakes for Marleigh, where she tells extraordinary tales of survival thanks to Australian blood donors.
Invite Kate to speak at your event and treat your audience to an unforgettable experience. Secure Kate Fisher for your next event and ignite inspiration among your attendees!
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Meet the family
Marleigh
Marleigh has endured more in her little life than any person deserves to in a lifetime. Yet when you meet this vibrant eight-year-old, you would find it hard to imagine that the bubbly, funny, smiling girl with the big sparkling blue eyes has come so close to not surviving on a number of occasions.
Kate Fisher
Kate Fisher in the last 12 months she released the 3rd season of her podcast Milkshakes for Marleigh, released her Amazon #1 Bestselling book called Milkshakes for Marleigh which tells extraordinary tales of survival thanks to Australian blood donors. She is currently engaged in her book and speaking tour and loves thanking blood donors and recruiting new ones
Paddy - Seizure Response Service Dog
He is a chocolate Labrador, trained by Smartpups on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. He is both seizure alert and autism assistance trained with accreditation for full public access (he even gets his own seat on a plane for free when travelling with Marleigh!)