Why Fertility Matters at Work?

In this powerful episode of The Male Fertility Podcast, hosts Shaun and Ciaran welcome Natalie Silverman and Becky Kearns, co-founders of Fertility Matters at Work. This Community Interest Company is dedicated to improving fertility support in workplaces across the UK and beyond. Both guests bring their personal fertility journeys and professional expertise to the conversation, creating a compelling discussion about the challenges faced by employees undergoing fertility treatment and how employers can better support them.Key Topics Discussed:The founding story of Fertility Matters at Work and how the co-founders’ personal experiences shaped their missionThe impact of fertility struggles on workplace performance and mental healthThe “line manager lottery” problem and why consistent policies are essentialWhat makes a “gold standard” fertility workplace policyHow fertility issues affect men in the workplace and why it’s not just a women’s health issuePractical advice for employers looking to implement fertility-friendly policiesResources available for both employees and employers through Fertility Matters at WorkGuests:Becky Kearns – Co-Founder and CEO of Fertility Matters at Work. With a background in HR and personal experience of premature ovarian insufficiency, she combines professional expertise with lived experience to advocate for better workplace support. Becky also founded Paths to Parenthub, a virtual support platform for donor conception.Natalie Silverman – Co-Founder and CCO of Fertility Matters at Work. As the creator of The Fertility Podcast in 2014 (the UK’s first fertility-focused podcast), she brings over 15 years of broadcasting experience and her own fertility journey to her advocacy work.Fertility Matters at Work website: fertilitymattersatwork.comFree downloadable resources including guides on typical IVF cycles and building business cases for fertility policiesContact Us:📧 Email: [email protected]📷 Instagram: @themalefertilitypodcast📖 Web: nexysfertility.comAt NeXYs Fertility, we provide comprehensive support for men navigating fertility challenges through specialist advice, peer support, and coaching programmes.JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: https://www.nexysfertility.com/communityEpisode Sponsors: • ExSeed Health - At-home sperm testing. Get 15% off at exseedhealth.com with code MFP15 • Impryl - Fertility supplement with activated micronutrients. Get 10% off at fertility-family.co.uk with code MFpodcast10Don't forget to like, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts!DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider.