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The F Word at Workthe F is for Fertility Author: Fertility Matters at Work
The F Word at Work from Fertility Matters at Work is a conversation for busy HR, D&I and wellbeing leads with the aim to open your minds to the vast topic of fertility at work and why it really matters for employees and businesses too. We know that more sensitive and taboo topics can instill the fear of getting the conversation wrong, or not knowing where to start, so by sharing a range of diverse conversations from our community about their own family building struggles and how it has affected their everyday working life, we hope youll understand what support people need. Youll also hear examples of best practice from trail-blazing organisations already doing amazing work to support their people and well also be sharing insights from thought-leaders in the workplace wellbeing space about the work already being done, the impact it is having and the possibilities that lie ahead to help make workplaces better, more engaging places to work, attractors and retainers of talent, all within a psychologically safe environment free from stigma and taboo. Language: en Genres: Business, Health & Fitness, Management, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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How to support a colleague who is Childless not by Choice
Episode 10
Sunday, 9 February, 2025
Welcome to the final episode in our current series of The F Word at Work. We've focused on essential conversations to ensure you can support colleagues through the range of family-building challenges that exist. Our aim was to highlight how it isn't a one size fits all approach and in this conversation, we turn our focus to a topic that has often been overlooked, the experiences of those who are childless not by choice. Hopefully listening to this will be invaluable whether you’re a colleague, a manager or an HR professional as once again our aim is to help you foster a more inclusive and supportive workplace.In this episode, we are joined by Aisha Balasaria, a coach supporting those who are involuntarily childless. Aisha brings deep personal insights and professional expertise to the discussion, helping to shed light on the challenges faced by those who, despite their efforts, are unable to have children.Here’s what we covered in our conversation:The common misconceptions surrounding those who are childless not by choice, including the assumption that they lack responsibility or stress.The emotional impact of fertility treatment not working and how individuals navigate this profound grief.The workplace challenges faced by those who are childless, from assumptions about their availability to inequitable distribution of work responsibilities.The importance of sensitivity when discussing family and fertility in the workplace, including best practices for pregnancy announcements and baby showers.How to foster a more inclusive definition of family and ensure that all employees feel valued, regardless of their parental status.The significance of language and how reframing conversations can create a more supportive environment.The role of therapy and self-acceptance in navigating life without children, as well as how workplaces can offer appropriate support.Practical steps organisations can take to acknowledge and support childless employees, from policy changes to awareness campaigns and workplace events.Thank you to Aisha for sharing her personal journey and expert insights with us. If you found this episode meaningful, please share it with your colleagues and encourage your workplace to consider how they can better support those who are childless not by choice.Stay Connected:Follow The F Word at Work for access to our free resources:· Download our guidance here.· You can book a call to speak with us here.· Explore our services and subscribe to our newsletter here.· Join our vibrant community on Instagram and LinkedIn.Follow Aisha:Aisha Balesaria | LinkedInInsta @mindbodyrevival_coach
