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March 05, 2024 | Best Practices

The Women's Retirement Protection Act: What employers need to know

The pending legislation will have little effect on employers' processes, but it's a good reminder about the importance of educating employees about the impacts that life changes, like divorce, may have on their benefits.
5 minute read
January 26, 2024 | Commentary

The exodus of working mothers: When "Mommy Tax" meets post-daycare costs

The collaboration between corporations and online childcare solutions marks a progressive step towards mitigating the "Mommy Tax."
5 minute read
February 05, 2024 | Best Practices

Steps to modernize your benefits offering for working parents

If new solutions and resources are put in place that help employees with their childcare needs, their loyalty and sense of comfort knowing their employer is trying to set them up for success will also grow.
7 minute read
February 28, 2024 | Commentary

The status of IVF in Alabama after state Supreme Court decision

On Feb. 16, the Alabama Supreme Court issued a bombshell ruling, holding that a frozen embryo in storage is the legal equivalent of a child under the law.
16 minute read
February 28, 2024 | News

Jill Biden directs $100 million to 'life-changing' women's health research

The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, within the Department of Health and Human Services, will begin accepting "requests for solutions" to a list of women's health care related topics, such as endometriosis and MS.
3 minute read
February 29, 2024

What's the good news, ladies?  Pancake edition 

Two women who I see live out loud are our next two features: Melissa and Rachel, welcome to the fold!
4 minute read
January 25, 2024 | Best Practices

How better benefits can support maternal health awareness day

Organizations can offer better maternal care support, which also creates a more supportive environment for all employees.
5 minute read
November 28, 2023 | Best Practices

2024 is the year of family benefits

Employers who don't get on board are going to lose out on top talent and productivity gains.
5 minute read
January 04, 2024 | News

Half of working moms believe doing so has held them back professionally

Working moms cite family or caregiving responsibilities as the top reason they have missed out on potential employment opportunities.
3 minute read
January 10, 2024 | News

AI-supported mammogram readings detect 20% more cancers: Should insurers cover?

The FDA has authorized roughly two dozen AI products to help diagnose cancer from mammograms, which are being rolled out in different states. However, patients must pay an extra fee – often $40 – for the AI analysis.
7 minute read
January 25, 2024

What's the good news, ladies?  January edition 

I talked to dozens of industry friends during 4th Quarter from all over the country and everyone said it seemed to be a special kind of insane this year. Maybe we need to take some pages from the books of our next two features!
3 minute read
February 07, 2024 | Commentary

The perils of parental leave and the importance of businesses taking action

As we continue to work towards a more fair and equitable society, businesses have a critical role to play in leading the way and supporting families.
6 minute read
February 14, 2024 | Best Practices

Securing safe fertility care for employees, especially people battling sickle cell

Finding affordable family-forming programs for certain vulnerable or under-served employee populations represents an opportunity for brokers and advisors to be more strategic about serving their employer clients.
6 minute read
February 29, 2024 | Q&A

Family-friendly benefits & beyond: A Q&A with Shelly MacConnell

Employers are recognizing that expanding family-friendly benefits beyond what is required by federal law is a significant trend that helps safeguard…
6 minute read