Infertility in the Workplace
Employers are becoming more aware that employees may be dealing with infertility issues. A woman who needs to leave early for fertility treatments or take time off for a fertility procedure are not faced with the same stigma as in years past. Infertility is a topic widely discussed in the media and in legislation. Discrimination laws and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act allow women more freedom to engage in infertility treatments without fear of harsh repercussions from employers.
"Many [employers] realize family life is important to employees and accommodate the treatment. And infertility is less of a workplace taboo these days; most bosses know someone who has been affected" reports the Wall Street Journal.
Employees planning to miss work for infertility treatments should inform their employer in advance so arrangements can be made. Most employers view infertility as a medical condition and can usually give the same accommodations as for those dealing with other medical conditions.
Posted by Tala on 7/31/2009 3:24:10 PM
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