Employer Strategies to Support the LGBTQ+ Community
It’s June, which means that it’s Pride Month. A month to celebrate how far the LGBTQ+ community has progressed and acknowledge the work that we still have to do to achieve equality. As an employer, it’s also an important time to review your diversity, equity, and...
How is IVF Done—Step by Step?
IVF Treatment In vitro fertilization (IVF) is the most effective, commonly performed and final infertility treatment in the world. Still, unless you have gone through the IVF process, most people don’t know how IVF is done and the steps involved with this assisted...
Fertility Benefits Are Increasingly Affordable for Organizations
Discussions about fertility benefits are increasingly on the rise. For some organizations, it’s because states are passing legislation for mandatory insurance coverage for infertility treatments, such as the Colorado Building Families Act. For others, it’s because...
What State-Mandated Infertility Benefits Mean for Your Business
Recently, some states have passed new legislation to mandate infertility coverage benefits. As an employer, conversations about infertility coverage can be overwhelming or confusing: What does this mean? How do I implement these new requirements? What will it cost my...Low Ovarian Reserve – What does it really mean?
By Gail F. Whitman-Elia, MD, MPH, HCLD© West Columbia, South Carolina Many centers have come to rely on ovarian reserve testing in order to identify those patients unlikely to become pregnant prior to initiation of a first IVF treatment cycle. In theory, women...
Promoting Inclusion and Diversity with Fertility Benefits
The Value of Employee Perks and Benefits Finding and retaining top talent is always a top priority for any business, big or small. Having qualified people handling important projects, leading teams and developing strategies can mean the difference between success and...
Fertility and Vaccines: What’s the Scoop?
To describe the last year as confusing would be an understatement. There have been so many different — and contradictory — pieces of information about the COVID-19 pandemic that it’s hard to separate them from the facts. This is true in every aspect of our lives, from...
Attracting and Retaining Top Talent Through Innovative Benefits
One of the significant challenges for any human resources department is attracting and retaining top talent. Employees and job seekers want to work for an organization that offers competitive pay, adequate health benefits, retirement plans and a program to support...
The Equality Act and Reproductive Rights
In the wake of the recent U.S. election, there have been a number of changes at the national legislative level, both big and small. While certain bills, such as the COVID relief package, have gained the most media attention, there have also been several other...5 Benefits New Parents Should Ask for When Returning to Work After Baby
Being a new parent is stressful, especially when it comes to navigating employee benefits and support. Here are some important considerations for all new parents, according to an expert.By G. David Adamson, M.D. December 23, 2020More Navigating pregnancy at work can...Robotic Tubal Reanastomosis
Center for Fertility and Reproductive Endocrinology Magee Women’s Hospital 300 Halket Street, Suite 5150 Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Ph: (412) 641-1600 In life, there are a great number of things that are intended to be permanent and cannot be undone. Fortunately for women,...
Male Fertility and the COVID Vaccine
As more information is released about the COVID-19 vaccine and fertility, ARC Fertility is committed to ensuring the community is aware of the best practices for those who are trying to conceive or are currently pregnant. As the clinical trials for the COVID-19...
Fertility treatments and how you can start the process right now
Dr. David Adamson talks with Aubrey Aquino on Your California Life about fertility treatments and how you can start the process right now.Preimplantation Genetic Testing
It is now possible to test embryos created by In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) for genetic diseases by utilizing Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT). So, what is PGT? The primary goal of PGT is to identify genetic defects in embryos created through IVF before...
Pregnancy and the COVID-19 Vaccine
With the FDA’s recent emergency use authorization of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, the fertility community has been flooded with questions and concerns regarding the safety of the vaccination for pregnant individuals or those trying to conceive. The ASRM...Ovulation Induction
30 to 40% of infertile women have problems with ovulation. An egg has to be released from the ovary each month in the middle of the cycle to have the opportunity to be fertilized in the tube and subsequently implant in the uterus to develop into a pregnancy. Ovulation...- 2026 Benefits Planning: Fertility Benefits for Employees Should Be a Top Workforce Priority
As employers plan for 2026, fertility benefits for employees are becoming essential. Learn why demand is rising and how ARC Fertility helps create a fertility-friendly workplace. - Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace During Fertility Treatment
Fertility treatment can take a toll on employees’ mental health. Learn why mental health support during fertility treatment matters at work. - Heart Health & Fertility: Why Supporting Maternal Well-Being Protects Workforce Health
Maternal health benefits for employees protect heart health, fertility, and workforce well-being. Learn why employers should act during Heart Month. - Closing Gaps in Black Maternal Health: How Employers Can Improve Care Access and Outcomes
Black maternal health disparities remain a workforce issue. Learn how Black maternal health support for employees improves care access and outcomes. - Paternal Perinatal Depression: Why Employers Should Pay Attention
Paternal perinatal depression affects many new fathers. Learn why employers should understand the signs and support mental health during early parenthood.