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This Rainbow Baby Day, we want to honor the millions of individuals impacted by miscarriage and infant loss each year and remind you that: Your loss matters. You are not alone. Your experience is valid. There's no one path to healing. We see you, and we're here for you if you need us.

There are many misconceptions about how IVF actually works—but those who have experienced it know that the realities of the process are more complicated than they might appear. Last month, 30 current and former fertility patients opened up about their unexpectedly long and challenging IVF journeys in a powerful piece by Annie Daly for Allure Magazine. This collection of unfiltered stories includes one from Maven’s Senior Medical Director, Danielle Dang. As a family medicine resident, Danielle underwent five back-to-back egg retrievals that ultimately resulted in five frozen embryos. But a few years later, when she and her husband went to test and implant the embryos, none worked. After 7.5 years of infertility, they ultimately had a son using a donor egg. Danielle views this experience—and her disenchantment with the fertility system—as one of the biggest reasons that she joined Maven, where every day she works to reimagine fertility as something affordable, accessible, and transparent—something that eases the patient burden rather than adding to it. Read more about Danielle’s experience, in her own words, and the 29 other stories of past and present fertility journeys: https://lnkd.in/euaqpRgZ

“Is there enough flexibility in my role to work from home more often?” “What should I do if I unexpectedly need to take time off to take care of my baby?” “How do I ask for more support without feeling like I’m burdening the team?” With the lines between work and life more blurred than ever, working parents are bringing challenging questions to HR and their managers. So how do the best leaders approach these conversations? The main rule: If you’re hearing the word “sorry,” question what you could do differently to level-set on your team. Swipe for the dos and don’ts of talking to working parents, and find the full guide (and tons of other resources) over on Maven’s family benefits resource hub: https://bit.ly/4cto4DE

Infertility can be one of the greatest challenges in a person’s life. And for the 1 in 6 people worldwide who deal with fertility issues, it’s hard to leave these emotions behind when they log on to work. By the numbers: ➡️Over half of people who struggle with infertility say it is more stressful than unemployment. ➡️3 in 4 people say infertility strongly impacts their productivity. ➡️1 in 3 people feel counseling should be provided for employees who are struggling with their fertility. With effective mental health support, employers have the opportunity to support their team through stress & challenges—at work and at home. Learn more and find additional resources on our new family benefits resource hub: https://bit.ly/3WYQWPN

In this week’s issue of The Preprint, our Chief Medical Officer Dr. Neel Shah spoke with esteemed reproductive health equity researcher and Maven’s third annual Visiting Scientist, Dr. Rachel Hardeman, PhD, MPH. She sat down with Neel to explain what drives her to solve big problems, how university centers aren’t so different from startups, and why her research questions always begin, as she earnestly tells everyone, with love. Read and subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/gnduaCep

Did you know that 57% of employees have taken or might take a new job because of better reproductive and family benefits, according to our 2024 State of Women’s & Family Health Benefits report? In the battle to attract and retain diverse talent, family-building support is now table stakes. Learn more about the latest trends in women’s and family health benefits: https://bit.ly/46EgxAP

Infertility is isolating. But it's a challenge shared by many—and it may be relevant to your own employees. In a recent webinar with Ellevest, our VP of Growth, Isha Vij, highlighted the importance being vocal in the workplace about the importance of offering fertility and family-building support to employees. Providing these resources not only shows empathy, but makes business sense. Studies show that 97% of women feel more loyal to their company when fertility benefits are offered. An investment in fertility benefits is an investment in top talent. Learn more about how fertility benefits can transform your workplace: https://bit.ly/3ye6Fkt

Trying to conceive. Infertility. Postpartum. Menopause. These are some of life’s most vulnerable moments—and far too often, they’re the moments women report feeling least heard by the healthcare system. In today's competitive landscape, offering patient-centric, whole-person care is more important than ever. With Maven, you can support your employees and make sure that each of them receives the attention and care they deserve. Learn more about how Maven can help your organization provide exceptional care while keeping healthcare human: https://bit.ly/4cZxvvv

At Maven Clinic, we believe that maternity care should extend well beyond the delivery room. Our very own National VP of Payer Growth, Alison, experienced firsthand the power of continuous support during postpartum, leveraging Maven’s resources for lactation consulting, pelvic floor therapy, nutrition coaching, mental health support, sleep coaching, career counseling, and more. As employers, investing in holistic maternity care not only supports your employees during their most challenging times, but ensures they return from leave with the tools they need to thrive—at work and at home. Learn more about our maternity benefits offering: https://bit.ly/3S7xttl

Curia, a contract development and manufacturing organization, is committed to making an impact—for their employees and patients alike. Now, with support from Maven, Curia employees have 24/7 access to clinical, emotional, and financial support for every step of their journey. Read the full case study and learn how Maven can help support your workforce in the most joyous and vulnerable stages of life: https://bit.ly/4cTMOWx