Women's Health

Five ways small businesses can commit to becoming Fertility Friendly

By recognising infertility as an issue within the workplace, you can demonstrate empathy and understanding towards some of the diverse challenges your employees could face.

Hannah Wilson: Unlocking the power of menstrual cycles in the workplace

Women with menstrual cycles operate on variable hormonal cycles which often puts them at odds with the standard office schedule, and the effects of this on overall wellbeing are considerable.

Adele Johnston: 10 ‘must knows’ to enhance female employee well-being during menopause

Despite its significance, menopause remains a topic that is often stigmatised. Let’s address 10 ways you can break barriers and unlock the full potential of female employees!

Deborah Garlick: Changing the lived experience of menopause in the workplace

Awareness of menopause has never been higher and the taboo around this topic is well on its way to being broken. As society begins to speak more openly about this topic, what does that mean for menopause in the workplace?

Women disproportionately affected by mental health issues in the UK workplace

A recent study has revealed women are disproportionately affected when it comes to stress and mental health issues in the UK.

Age-related female-specific support vital for effective workplace health

Employers need to offer female-specific health and wellbeing support to female employees for them to be most effective.

Let go of working mum guilt!

Starting and running a business is an exciting venture. However, when you're a mother, you may also face the struggle of working mum guilt.

Psychological symptoms of menopause often misdiagnosed

Employers risk the absence and resignation of menopausal staff if the psychological symptoms of the condition are not properly recognised and treated.

Five ways employers can support employees with endometriosis

With March being Endometriosis Awareness Month, employers have an opportunity to improve their understanding and enhance workplace support.

Shirley Lane: Supporting menopausal women in the workplace – where to start?

As March is recognised as Women's History Month, it’s a good time for employers to actively be supporting menopausal women in the workplace.

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