Closing April with Empathy: Why Fertility Support Belongs in Every Workplace…
As April comes to a close, and with it, National Fertility Awareness Week, and as a DEI-focused HR company supporting small businesses across the UK, we at Sleek HR couldn’t let the month end without shining a light on an often overlooked issue: fertility in the workplace.
During last year’s National Inclusion Week, we hosted a masterclass with Emma Menzies, a Fertility at Work Coach and Consultant. Emma shared a deeply personal account of her fertility journey and how the absence of workplace support during that time led her to dedicate her career to helping others navigate this complex space.
Here’s what stood out from her session:
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Fertility challenges don’t stay at home, they walk through the office doors.
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Many women feel isolated and unsupported, trying to balance appointments, treatments, and emotional strain with performance expectations.
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Policies are often silent on fertility, and silence can be harmful.
Emma’s story is not unique. And that’s why it’s urgent.
At Sleek HR, we help small businesses implement inclusive policies that reflect the real lives of their employees, and that includes fertility support. Whether through compassionate leave, flexible working, or simply educating teams, we all have a role to play in making fertility journeys less lonely.
We’re committed to building workplaces where people don’t have to choose between family and career, and that commitment continues every month, not just in April.
Watch a powerful excerpt from Emma’s session, and let’s continue the conversation.
