Workplace Benefits Unwrapped

In this episode of Workplace Benefits Unwrapped, consultant urologist Jonathan Ramsay joins Harriet Minter to explore the growing issue of male infertility and why it deserves greater attention from employers and society alike.

Together, they discuss declining sperm health, environmental and lifestyle factors—including the impact of heat—why men often delay seeking help, and how stigma continues to prevent open conversations about male reproductive health.

Whether you're interested in men's health, fertility or workplace wellbeing, this episode explains why male fertility is no longer a niche issue—it is a public health and workplace issue.

About IVFN

IVFN brings together leading clinicians, researchers, workplace experts and people with lived experience to improve understanding of fertility, reproductive health, menopause and family-building.

Discover more podcasts, webinars and expert resources at www.theivfn.com.

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In this episode of Workplace Benefits Unwrapped, Natalie Sutherland joins Harriet Minter to explore the legal realities of modern family-building.

Together, they discuss donor conception, surrogacy, LGBTQ+ parenthood and the increasing use of private sperm donors, highlighting the legal considerations many families are unaware of before starting their journey. Natalie explains why understanding legal parenthood is essential and how employers can better appreciate the complexities employees may be navigating outside of work.

Whether you're considering fertility treatment, donor conception or supporting diverse families in the workplace, this episode provides practical legal insight into one of the fastest-changing areas of family life.

About IVFN

IVFN brings together leading clinicians, researchers, workplace experts and people with lived experience to improve understanding of fertility, reproductive health, menopause and family-building.

Discover more podcasts, webinars and expert resources at www.theivfn.com.

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In this episode of Workplace Benefits Unwrapped, Emma Burnett from Specsavers joins Harriet Minter to explore how organisations can move beyond menopause policies to create genuinely supportive workplace cultures.

Together, they discuss the realities of perimenopause and menopause, the impact symptoms can have on confidence, performance and career progression, and why psychological safety is just as important as policy. Emma also shares practical insights from Specsavers' menopause journey and explains how employers can embed meaningful support into everyday working life.

Whether you're experiencing menopause yourself or responsible for supporting employees, this episode offers practical advice on creating more inclusive workplaces.

About IVFN

IVFN brings together leading clinicians, researchers, workplace experts and people with lived experience to improve understanding of fertility, reproductive health, menopause and family-building.

Discover more podcasts, webinars and expert resources at www.theivfn.com.

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In this powerful episode of Workplace Benefits Unwrapped, Chloe Richardson shares her lived experience of navigating reproductive health challenges while working in demanding, high-performance environments, including the physical, emotional, and cognitive impact these experiences can have on day-to-day working life.

We explore the hidden realities of managing symptoms alongside travel, long hours, and constant performance pressure, as well as the challenges of disclosure, presenteeism, and feeling unable to speak openly at work. Chloe also reflects on the emotional toll of trying to “keep going” while dealing with pain, fatigue, and uncertainty, and what support could realistically make a difference.

This episode reframes reproductive health as a workplace issue, not a private one, highlighting why psychological safety, manager awareness, and open conversations are essential to retaining talent and supporting employee wellbeing.

Whether you’re an HR leader, manager, or employee navigating your own reproductive health journey, this episode offers an honest and unfiltered look at what these challenges mean inside modern workplace culture.

Workplace Benefits Unwrapped is a podcast from The IVFN, exploring reproductive health, workplace culture, and employee wellbeing.

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In this powerful episode of Workplace Benefits Unwrapped, Charlotte Gentry shares her lived experience of navigating fertility over 40, including IVF treatment, emotional resilience, and the realities of trying to conceive in later reproductive years.

We explore the emotional impact of fertility treatment, the pressure of repeated IVF cycles, decision-making around timing and age, and the mental health challenges that often sit behind the statistics. Charlotte also reflects on why fertility conversations at work matter, and how silence can intensify feelings of isolation during treatment.

This episode reframes fertility over 40 as both a personal and workplace issue, highlighting why employers need to better understand reproductive health journeys in order to support retention, well being, and employee experience.

Whether you’re an HR leader, manager, or someone navigating fertility decisions yourself, this episode offers honest insight into the lived reality behind fertility treatment and reproductive health at work.

Workplace Benefits Unwrapped is a podcast from The IVFN, exploring reproductive health, workplace culture, and employee well being.

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Instagram: @theivfn

LinkedIn: The IVFN

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Coming up on Workplace Benefits Unwrapped, Harriet Minter will be bringing together clinical experts, real life case studies and senior corporate leaders to have an honest conversation with you to understand what workplace support really looks like.

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