Maternal health in the workplace

The return to work after pregnancy is one of the most difficult transitions parents face, and only 21% of working mothers say their maternal needs are effectively supported by workplace benefits.

Carrot's 2025 report draws on the voices of 1,500 working mothers and 500 executives and HR managers to map the gap between what employers think they're providing and what employees actually experience. The findings are clear: awareness is growing, but action isn't keeping pace. Nearly half of working mothers (45%) have considered leaving their jobs due to lack of support, a number that climbs to 62% among Gen Z mothers.

Inside the report, you'll explore:

• Maternal mental health in the workplace
• Gaps between employer support and employee experience
• Generational differences in maternity challenges
• The impact of inadequate support on workforce retention
• And more

Read the full report to see what working mothers really need and the strategies that can help your organization close the gap.

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](https://web.get-carrot.com/journey/fertility-preservation)

Assisted reproduction (IVF and IUI)](https://web.get-carrot.com/journey/ivf)

Gestational surrogacy](https://web.get-carrot.com/journey/gestational-surrogacy) .avif)

Adoption](https://web.get-carrot.com/journey/adoption)

Pregnancy and postpartum](https://web.get-carrot.com/journey/pregnancy) .avif)

Parenting and return to work](https://web.get-carrot.com/journey/parenting-return-to-work)

Menopause](https://web.get-carrot.com/journey/menopause)

Men's health](https://web.get-carrot.com/journey/mens-health)

Recognized globally by leading media outlets such as:

[Fierce Healthcare

Cigna's Global Health Benefits unit taps Carrot for fertility offering
March 13, 2025](https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/payers/cignas-global-health-benefits-unit-taps-carrot-fertility-offering)

[Employee Benefit News

Expanding access to expert menopause care is essential for retention
March 13, 2025](https://www.benefitnews.com/news/carrot-offers-a-virtual-menopause-clinic)

[Inc. Magazine

Inc. Female Founders 500
March 11, 2025](https://www.inc.com/female-founders/2025)

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.