Benefits trends

February 24, 2026

The employee benefits paradox: why offering more benefits can leave employees feeling less supported

New data from Maven shares how more benefits doesn't equal better support for employees.

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August 5, 2025

Building inclusive family benefits? Start with these lessons from Deutsche Bank

Explore how leading employers like Deutsche Bank are evolving their strategies to deliver real value, both for their workforce and their bottom line.

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July 2, 2025

Business case for family health benefits: How to win over your CFO with ROI

Making the case for better family benefits? Here's how to present the right metrics, anticipate common objections, and demonstrate how investing in family health employee benefits translates to long-term business success.

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June 12, 2025

Male fertility: The talk no one is having, until now

Explore findings from Maven and Posterity's first-of-its-kind survey on men's fertility, including attitudes toward semen testing, lifestyle changes to improve fertility, and interest in digital health to support fertility needs.

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June 10, 2025

How to evaluate fertility benefits vendors: A strategic framework for HR leaders

Hear from Charna Martini, AVP of Health Transformation at Aon, about a practical, strategic framework HR leaders can use to make smart, confident choices that balance employee expectations and business needs.

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May 6, 2025

Fertility coverage: What top employers are doing differently in 2025

The way we build families is evolving—and so are employee expectations. Learn how to build comprehensive fertility benefits that meet the needs of your employees and your organization.

April 30, 2025

How financial services companies can manage rising costs with women’s and family health benefits

With the right comprehensive benefits ecosystem, financial services companies can improve healthcare access and outcomes for their employees without increasing costs. Learn how to make an impact with better family health benefits.

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March 25, 2025

Employee benefits benchmarks: How leading companies are designing their women's and family health benefits in 2025

Learn more about what benefit benchmarking looks like, what’s changing in 2025, and what you should prioritize to design competitive employee benefits.

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March 13, 2025

How workplace benefits for men are evolving to support holistic well-being

Regardless of gender, all employees deserve holistic support, and benefits leaders play a crucial role in designing gender-inclusive benefits. Learn more about key benefits your company should be offering to support men's health.

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March 3, 2025

Reimagining workplace wellness: Goldman Sachs & Maven on building best-in-class reproductive health benefits

Goldman Sachs has teamed up with Maven to expand the company's fertility, family-building, and menopause support offerings. Learn more about why Goldman Sachs brought on Maven, and how innovative benefits can support employees at work.

February 12, 2025

Fertility support in the workplace: How to combat rising costs

Learn more about the business case for offering comprehensive fertility benefits—including how leading employers are handling rising costs—with insights from our 2025 State of Women's & Family Health Benefits report.

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February 6, 2025

5 global trends in employee benefits you need to know

91% of global employers said that family benefits are important for both prospective and current employees. Here's what you need to know about building a global employee benefits strategy that truly makes a difference.

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January 21, 2025

Creating compassionate workplaces with pregnancy loss leave

With nearly one in four pregnancies ending in miscarriage, pregnancy loss is likely already affecting your workforce. Learn how you can build a pregnancy loss leave program that supports employees through this challenging time.

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January 14, 2025

How to design benefits that work for every generation in your workplace

Tailoring your benefits' offerings to meet the needs of these different generations is essential for fostering an engaged workforce. Here's how to design benefits that make a difference for all generations, from Baby Boomer to Gen Z.

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December 18, 2024

How HR & benefits leaders can tackle rising healthcare costs in 2025—and beyond

Explore innovative strategies to manage rising healthcare expenses, including smarter benefit design, leveraging virtual care, and prioritizing preventive health.

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December 18, 2024

Shaping the future: 4 key trends in women’s and family health

Dive into trends in women's and family health benefits, and learn how your organization can lead the charge in the new year—and beyond.

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December 3, 2024

Struggling with remote employee engagement? 5 strategies that actually work

Remote work is here to stay, making remote employees a critical population to engage. Read on for strategies to drive better remote employee engagement.

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November 13, 2024

Employee benefits survey template: How to get the data you need to make smarter decisions

Learn how to design an effective employee benefits survey with our template—and also how to best distribute it, analyze the results, and create an ongoing feedback loop to ensure your benefits offerings stay relevant and up-to-date.

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October 29, 2024

Manager training: HR’s secret weapon to drive benefits engagement

Many companies overlook their secret weapon in driving benefits engagement: Managers. Learn how you can use manager training to foster a culture of care and support while increasing benefits utilization.

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October 1, 2024

“Millenopause”: How HR leaders can support millennials navigating menopause

Millennials are starting to enter perimenopause, and they're looking to their employers for more support than previous generations got through this phase of life. Learn how you can support your employees through "millenopause".

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September 18, 2024

Building strong families: Supporting America’s union members through modern fertility benefits

Fertility and family building benefits are now on the must-have list to help build strong union families. Implementing fertility benefits for your trust can help attract new members and ensure they are getting the care they need.

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September 4, 2024

Eight effective ways to support working parents: A comprehensive guide

Family friendly policies and benefits are crucial to attracting and retaining top talent. In this guide, we'll walk through how companies support working parents, and how you can build a comprehensive and inclusive program.

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July 31, 2024

Optimizing your employee benefits program: A guide for HR leaders

Today's employers need to offer winning employee benefits programs. Maven's Director of Benefits shares how she builds best-in-class benefit ecosystems.

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July 29, 2024

Nine ways to create a menopause-friendly workplace

From raising menopause awareness to providing flexible workplace accommodations, there are many ways to create a more menopause-friendly workplace. Read on for examples and real-life applications.

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July 12, 2024

Parental leave vs. maternity leave: Comprehensive guide for employers

Understanding the benefits and distinctions between parental leave and maternity leave can help you ensure you’re offering the right type of leave for your organization. 

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July 5, 2024

The benefits of doulas: How doulas improve employee health and workplace outcomes

Doulas support has been shown to improve labor and birth outcomes and reduce complications. Here's what employers need to know about offering doula support as an employee benefit.

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July 1, 2024

Employee wellness program metrics: Key indicators and how to measure them

Employee wellness is one of the most important indicators of an organization’s productivity and longevity. Discover how to measure the success of your employee wellness programs and drive productivity with key metrics.

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June 28, 2024

Effective employee mental health programs: How to support your workforce

Effective employee mental health programs can support your workforce through stress & challenges at work and at home. See how mental health initiatives improve well-being, productivity, and retention.

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June 25, 2024

Understanding employee benefits: A guide for HR professionals

Explore the essential guide for HR professionals on understanding and optimizing employee benefits to attract and retain top talent.

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June 18, 2024

3 employee financial wellness strategies every HR leader should know

Discover the latest trends in financial wellness services and benefits, from personalized coaching and family planning resources to virtual financial planning tools.

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May 31, 2024

Unlocking employee engagement: The role of benefits and beyond

Unlock employee engagement by enhancing benefits and more. Discover how comprehensive benefits, especially women's and family health benefits, drive growth, innovation, and loyalty.

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May 9, 2024

Building a comprehensive family benefits strategy for your industrial workforce

Explore Maven's guide on building a comprehensive family benefits strategy for industrial companies. Learn how to attract and retain top talent with inclusive care.

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May 9, 2024

Building a comprehensive family benefits strategy for your finance workforce

Explore Maven's guide on building a comprehensive family benefits strategy for finance companies. Learn how to attract and retain top talent with inclusive care.

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May 9, 2024

Building a comprehensive family benefits strategy for your healthcare workforce

Explore Maven's guide on building a comprehensive family benefits strategy for healthcare companies. Learn how to attract and retain top talent with inclusive care.

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May 7, 2024

Menopause benefits in the workplace: A guide for the industrial industry

Discover how comprehensive menopause benefits can revolutionize industrial workplaces, increasing retention, and boosting productivity.

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May 7, 2024

Menopause benefits in the workplace: A guide for the finance industry

Discover how comprehensive menopause benefits can revolutionize finance workplaces, increasing retention, and boosting productivity.

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May 7, 2024

Menopause benefits in the workplace: A guide for the healthcare industry

Discover how comprehensive menopause benefits can revolutionize healthcare workplaces, increasing retention, and boosting productivity.

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April 30, 2024

Building a comprehensive family benefits strategy for your tech workforce

Explore Maven's guide on building a comprehensive family benefits strategy for tech companies. Learn how to attract and retain top talent with inclusive care.

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April 29, 2024

Menopause benefits in the workplace: A guide for the tech industry

Discover how comprehensive menopause benefits can revolutionize tech workplaces, increasing retention, and boosting productivity.

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April 25, 2024

Stress management in the workplace: A guide for HR and benefits leaders

Explore effective stress management strategies for HR and benefits leaders, highlighting the importance of understanding workplace stress and implementing comprehensive benefits to enhance employee well-being.

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April 22, 2024

HR leaders' guide to implementing well-being benefits for a modern workforce

Discover key strategies for implementing effective well-being benefits tailored for today's diverse workforce, enhancing employee health and productivity.

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April 17, 2024

Maven Clinic expands award-winning Fertility & Family Building solution with focus on natural conception

With 86% of women not getting preconception care from their family physician or OB-GYN, Maven launches coaching program to expand family-building options for couples struggling to conceive

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March 28, 2024

The best benefits for employees: AT&T and Maven discuss women's and family health benefits

Learn from AT&T and Maven as they discuss the best benefits for employees in 2024, and what the future of women's and family health benefits holds.

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March 15, 2024

Enhancing employee satisfaction: the most important benefits to employees

Discover key employee benefits for satisfaction & retention, from mental health to fertility support, based on Maven's insights.

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February 5, 2024

Menopause and depression: what HR leaders need to know

Explore the crucial link between menopause and depression, and learn how HR can effectively support employees through this challenging time.

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December 18, 2023

The HR leader’s guide to menopause treatments

Explore effective menopause treatments and strategies for HR leaders to support employees, ensuring a healthy, inclusive workplace.

December 1, 2023

How to destigmatize infertility in the workplace

The simplest way to help employees through the stress of infertility? Destigmatizing the issue in your workplace and providing crucial support, regardless of someone's pathway to parenthood.

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November 27, 2023

The link between infertility and mental health, and how Maven supports employees

Learn how infertility and mental health are connected, and how Maven Clinic's fertility and family building program can support employees during this difficult stage of life.

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November 17, 2023

Menopause at work: how to remove the stigma

Menopause is a natural process that affects half the population, yet is shrouded by stigma in the workplace. How can HR leaders break the silence and combat the menopause stigma facing their employees?

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November 13, 2023

How is Maven providing menopause support for members?

Learn more about Maven's Menopause & Ongoing Care solution and how it can help your organization build an age-inclusive benefits program.

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September 22, 2023

Modern maternity benefits: A comprehensive guide

Modern maternity benefits incorporate more than maternity leave: they're continuous, holistic, and inclusive of all paths to parenthood. Read to learn more.

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August 11, 2023

How to provide menopause support at work in the UK

Discover how HR leaders in the UK can create a supportive workplace environment by implementing effective menopause support programs. Explore the benefits, legal obligations, and best practices for providing menopause support at work.

May 31, 2023

The top five benefits for LGBTQIA+ employees in 2023 and beyond

From fertility benefits to career coaching, here are the top five LGBTQIA+ friendly benefits of 2023 and beyond.

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March 14, 2023

Wellness beyond the workplace: Building better wellness benefits for retail & hospitality employees

Wellness benefits are essential for supporting retail and hospitality employees at work and at home. Here's what HR leader need to know about building wellness benefits that meet the needs of their employees.

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December 27, 2022

Understanding surrogacy benefits and why they're important

As the prevalence of surrogacy grows, employers must understand the surrogacy journey and why employees view surrogacy support as an essential part of their overall benefits package.

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October 27, 2022

Comprehensive family benefits solutions vs. point solutions: the pros and cons

When adding family benefits, HR teams often face a difficult choice: adding more highly specialized point solutions or fewer comprehensive family benefits. We took a look at the pros and cons of both to help you choose.

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October 17, 2022

What are the long-term costs of your family benefits solutions?

Here’s what employers need to know about the long-term costs of family benefits.

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September 27, 2022

Considering cutting paid parental leave? Here’s why you shouldn’t 

Paid parental leave may not seem like a necessary part of your benefits ecosystem, but cutting your paid parental leave policy can have serious effects on your employees' health and wellbeing. Here's what you need to know.

March 15, 2022

Discretionary benefits: optional by law, necessary for all

Discretionary benefits may mean "optional by law," but they include policies that are critical to your business like parental leave, telehealth, and wellness benefits.

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January 14, 2022

How traditional healthcare benefits leave women & families behind

As employers prepare for the future of work, it’s essential to understand where their benefits fall short so they can build a program that ensures parents and families have the resources and financial protections necessary to thrive.

January 13, 2022

The healthcare benefits millennials and Gen-Z workers actually want

The next generations of parents are rethinking family life and planning — and they'll need benefits to support them.

November 4, 2021

Supporting All Paths to Parenthood with Surrogacy Benefits

Surrogacy is a complex process for both families and employers. This guide helps you navigate surrogacy benefit plans to better help your employees.

April 8, 2021

Returning to the Workplace: An Opportunity to Do More to Support Families

As HR teams plan for employees to return to the workplace, there's huge opportunity to reevaluate how they support parents and families.

March 30, 2021

What Are the Major Types of Employee Wellness Benefits?

Though wellness budgets continue increasing every year, knowing what to invest in isn’t intuitive. Whether you’re just getting started with your company’s program or revisiting its offerings, here are the most popular benefits to consider.

March 30, 2021

What Does Workplace Health and Wellness Mean Today?

Companies are supplementing medical, dental, and vision coverage with a more holistic approach. Taking a more holistic view of health and wellness is critical to staying competitive.

March 3, 2021

4 reasons to offer child care benefits to employees

More and more companies are offering child care benefits to their employees. Here’s why you should too.

November 11, 2020

2020: The year of HR

Turn your HR department into a competitive advantage for your company. Learn how to elevate HR from a back-office function to a C-suite conversation in 2020.

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