How to help new parents return to work after parental leave
Navigating the transition back to work after parental leave is a journey filled with excitement, anxiety and a host of unexpected challenges. The real experience of returning to work is often more complex than policies and guidelines can capture. Here's an in-depth look at the unspoken realities and how employers...
The long road to PCOS diagnosis
Over 1 million people in the UK are living with undiagnosed polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). But is this just another period problem for women to learn to live with, or is the long and complex road to diagnosis something employers should be doing something about?
Sit down with Peppy’s SVP Growth – Rob Massa
My name is Rob Massa, I'm the SVP Growth here at Peppy. I've spent the last 17 years in high growth VC backed startups and I’m really passionate about building commercial organisations.
Men matter: Addressing the impact of male fertility on business
From our school days, we're taught about the 'birds and the bees' with an unmistakable emphasis on female fertility, when in fact male-factor infertility makes up around 50% of all cases. In our modern age, it's astounding how this outdated narrative continues to dominate not just societal discourse, but also...
Miscarriage in the workplace – the do’s and don’ts
Experiencing a miscarriage is massively traumatic, both physically and emotionally, with long-term feelings of grief and loss. Whether you’re a close friend, family member, colleague or line manager, this is a difficult issue to tackle. But it needs to be tackled – with sensitivity.
Why Businesses Can’t Afford NOT to Support Menopause
Around the world, menopause and other underserved areas of health are costing businesses billions. These are the neglected areas of health that lack attention, support, and investment, despite being common issues. Underserved areas of health include: Menopause Men’s health, including low testosterone, or prostate cancer Women’s health, such as conditions...
Men’s wellbeing is taking a hit. Here’s what employers can do.
Why are we discussing men’s health today? It’s simple. We talk about it because it matters, not just to the individuals who are directly affected, but also to families, communities, and yes, your businesses. Men are dying at a higher rate than women from the top 10 causes of death....
Lessons learnt from Unzipped 2023: Men’s Health Exposed
An Inclusive, Healthy Workplace Starts with You! During Unzipped 2023: Men’s Health Exposed we asked our attendees what their thoughts were about men’s health in the workplace and what support they have in place. We’re excited to share with you key insights from our discussions around supporting men’s health in...
Why employers are taking action to tackle low testosterone
Across the country, low testosterone levels are silently sapping the energy levels of two million men. And it’s not just the UK; globally, men’s testosterone levels are on the decline. Low testosterone is a real threat to workplace productivity, and it needs to be addressed. Symptoms include mood swings, low...
Our Nursing Hero: Interview with Francesca Steyn
We sat down to interview one of our nursing heroes: Francesca Steyn, Chair of the RCN's Fertility Nursing Forum and VP Clinical at Peppy.
Understanding Gender Identity: The Foundation of an Inclusive Workplace
Gender isn’t as binary as merely male and female. Employers aspiring to accomplish their diversity and inclusion objectives must recognise that gender is a fluid concept. The initial step towards appreciating the influence of gender inclusivity on the workplace is to comprehend the spectrum of gender identity. Let’s unravel the...
‘The Pill Revolution’: Why Employers Need to Talk About Contraception
Are you familiar with how contraception is impacting your workforce? Davina McCall is once again tackling the women’s health taboo in her new documentary, ‘The Pill Revolution’. Here's what Francesca Steyn, Peppy's Director of Women's Health Services, has to say.
