Our blog for all those, who want to learn more about fertility matters at work: how fertility, miscarriage and childlessness-not-by-choice impact your employees at work, and how companies can support their employees during this difficult life stage.
Pregnancy, endometriosis, fertility challenges, and menopause – many female life stages remain invisible in the workplace. Yet they are crucial for health, performance, and career development. This article explores how companies can actively address these topics and implement solutions with the support of partners like Onuava.
What does a successful health day look like today? In this article, we present proven ideas, new impulses and holistic perspectives for a modern health culture in the company. From classic check-ups to topics such as mental or reproductive health – a health day can achieve more than you might think.
Too rarely at the doctor’s, too late for preventive care: Men’s health remains a blind spot in many companies. This neglect doesn’t just affect those directly impacted – it also has economic consequences for employers. April, as Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, is the perfect moment to rethink the status quo.
Period pain is normal, right? For millions of women, this is a harsh reality – and a widespread misconception. What is often dismissed as “normal discomfort” can in fact be a serious medical condition: endometriosis. There is still a lack of awareness – including in the workplace. In this article, we explain why this issue directly concerns companies, how it impacts everyday working life, and how employers can offer concrete support to their employees.
An unfulfilled desire for children can significantly impact everyday working life. A fertility policy provides clear regulations and enables affected employees to receive support without fear of negative consequences. It fosters an open corporate culture and helps reduce absenteeism and stress. Learn why companies benefit from introducing a fertility policy and how to successfully implement it.
Social freezing offers women the opportunity to preserve their fertility for later. In this article, you will find out for whom it makes sense, what needs to be considered and why it can be a valuable benefit for employers. Discover how social freezing makes family planning more flexible and increases the attractiveness and loyalty of employees.
The mental health of employees is crucial to the success of a company. A positive working environment promotes wellbeing and productivity. Investing in mental health can reduce absenteeism and increase performance. Find out how you can create a healthier working environment through targeted measures.
Egg donation is a recognised method of assisted reproduction in many European countries, but is still prohibited in Germany. This blog article sheds light on the legal and ethical challenges of the ban, explains why the topic is relevant for many people and compares the situation in the EU. Find out how Onuava is campaigning for the fair and regulated legalisation of egg donation in Germany.
How much does fertility treatment cost in Germany? What funding options are available? How high is the typical deductible and can my employees even afford it? This blog article deals with the financial burden of fertility treatment, the role of health insurance companies and the funding options offered by the federal and state governments.
Company health insurance funds (BKK) play an important role in the healthcare of employees. Some of their benefits are more comprehensive than those provided by statutory health insurance funds. With regard to fertility treatments, there are also some additional benefits under the BKK Kinderwunsch programme. However, it is crucial to understand that BKKs do not cover all needs by far and in some areas even lag behind the benefits of the statutory health insurance funds. In this article, we look at what BKKs provide in terms of fertility treatment and where there are gaps. We also look at how Onuava can help companies close these gaps and promote the health of their employees.
More and more companies are recognizing the importance of supporting their female employees during the menopause. For women, this phase of life is associated with hormonal changes and can be accompanied by a variety of symptoms such as hot flushes, sleep disorders or concentration problems. These can have an impact on their health and productivity. This article presents some starting points on how employers can specifically support their female employees during the menopause. After all, an appreciative and health-promoting working environment not only contributes to the well-being of female employees, but also to their long-term performance and the preservation of their working capacity.
More and more companies are recognizing that the “S” in ESG plays a decisive role in their long-term success. But what exactly is behind this letter? In our article, we explain why social responsibility is becoming increasingly important and what measures companies and specifically HR teams can take to promote social benefits and live up to their responsibilities.
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