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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s decision to freeze her eggs is bringing new attention to fertility preservation. Here’s what to know about age, the egg freezing process, and access to care.

Employers are continuing to expand fertility benefits, but many still don’t have a clear understanding of what they’re actually paying for. With the White House encouraging businesses to expand fertility coverage, employers have an opportunity to lead – not by simply increasing spend, but by demanding better outcomes. 

Returning to Kindbody feels like coming home to the place where our fears were met with compassion and our hopes turned into miracles. To anyone considering IVF or beginning this journey: it is not easy, but you do not have to walk it alone. With the right care, the right team, and the right support, hope is always possible. Kindbody gave us more than fertility care they gave us trust, confidence, and our family.

As Pride Month comes to a close, we’re proud to highlight a family-building story that reflects the power of perseverance and support. Our colleague, Matt shares the surrogacy journey he and his husband, David, went through and the lessons they learned along the way.

As reproductive healthcare continues to advance, Kindbody remains committed to delivering accessible, affordable, and high-quality fertility care while continuously strengthening the systems that support our patients.

The following email templates can be used to start a conversation with HR about expanding inclusive fertility and family-building benefits for employees. One is written from the perspective of an LGBTQ+ employee, and the other from an ally standpoint. Both are designed to help clearly and respectfully communicate why inclusive coverage matters and how it supports employees across a range of paths to parenthood.

Asking for fertility benefits can feel personal, but you are far from alone. Many employers have added or expanded coverage directly in response to employee requests, including from LGBTQ+ employees and allies advocating for more inclusive policies.

Fertility benefits have made headlines in recent years with more and more companies offering financial support to assist their employees with family building. Fertility care is reproductive care that involves treatments like egg freezing, and in vitro fertilization (IVF). They may include family-building programs like gestational surrogacy and adoption – but they don’t always, and when they do, the dollar amount is often much less than the services designed for heterosexual couples.

Going through IVF was one of the most emotionally and physically intense experiences of my life — a journey defined by uncertainty, resilience, and ultimately, joy.

Whether you’re just beginning or have been on this path for a while, the emotional challenges can be overwhelming. From navigating expectations to coping with uncertainty, the emotional impact is real—and it’s okay to feel this way.