# Fertility in the workplace: A guide to being a supportive manager

47% of employees with infertility don't feel comfortable talking about fertility concerns at work. Managers are often the first person they tell anyway.

This guide helps managers at companies with fertility benefits show up well for employees going through fertility treatments, family-building journeys, and pregnancy. Read for practical guidance on what to say, what to avoid, and how to point employees toward the support available to them.

**Inside the guide, you'll find:**

- An overview of the most common fertility and family-building journeys, including what's involved and the typical time commitment: egg and sperm freezing, IUI, IVF, adoption, donor-assisted reproduction, and gestational surrogacy
- How to respond when an employee brings up their fertility journey, and provide compassionate support
- Specific phrases to use and phrases to avoid, developed with input from a Carrot clinical psychologist
- How to support pregnant employees beyond parental leave coordination
- How to familiarize yourself with your company's fertility benefit so you can connect employees to the right resources

**Download the guide** to feel more prepared for the conversations your employees may be hoping to have.

## Inclusive coverage for employees, easy benefits administration for you

Flexible  
We’ll work with you to create the right fertility benefits plan for your business. Launch in just a few weeks or at any time of the year.

Simple  
Carrot is flexible and works with your needs and budget. Simply designate funds and we’ll handle the administration. With Carrot Card, your employees can easily access funds and pay for fertility treatments and services.

Inclusive  
Carrot goes beyond just fertility coverage. Employees can access services from planning, egg preservation, pregnancy, return-to-work support, parenting, surrogacy, and much more.

## Learn more about the journeys Carrot supports

**Egg, sperm, and embryo freezing**  
 **Assisted reproduction (IVF and IUI)**  
 **Gestational surrogacy**  
.avif)](/content/journey/adoption/index.html) **Adoption**  
 **Pregnancy and postpartum**  
 **Parenting and return to work**  
 **Menopause**  
 **Men's health**

## Attract and retain top talent

Did you know that 65% of employees are willing to switch jobs for fertility benefits? With Carrot, you can deliver a world-class fertility benefit that provides inclusive, exceptional care with global coverage.

Our members have spoken: 95% plan to stay at their company longer because their employer offers the Carrot benefit.