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Why Fertility is a Workplace Issue – with Peppy

By Edward Leighton

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About this Edition

In this episode, we speak with Francesca Steyn, Director of Fertility and Women’s Health at Peppy, about the challenges employees face with fertility-related issues and how employers can better support their workforce.

Guests:

  • Francesca Steyn – Director of Fertility and Women’s Health at Peppy
  • James Marsh – Host and Editor at HRreview, with a background in HR, learning and development, and a commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion.

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  • What is the scale of the fertility-related issues employees face and how can employers help?
  • How can HR teams start the conversation and take their first steps toward offering support?
  • What impact can HR-driven initiatives have on employee wellbeing and retention?
  • What are the most important things for employers to consider when supporting staff with fertility-related concerns?

Podcast Host and Guests for this Edition

Host: James Marsh
James is an HR manager, consultant, and editor at HRreview, leading learning and development for Planet Organic and responsible for fostering a diverse and inclusive culture in the workplace.

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Guest: Francesca Steyn
Francesca is the Director of Fertility and Women’s Health at Peppy, specializing in supporting employees facing fertility issues. She is a Trustee of The Seed Trust and a Forum Chair for the Royal College of Nursing.

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