How to support a colleague with male infertility - Shaun Greenaway

The F Word at Work

In this episode of The F Word at Work, we welcome Shaun Greenaway, known as @knackered_knackers, a male fertility advocate, coach and podcaster as well as being part of our amazing speaker community at Fertility Matters at Work.

Shaun has been doing an incredible job over the last few years in raising awareness of the challenges that so many men face when dealing with family building challenges. In the last year, he's had amazing coverage within the mainstream media as you'll hear him mention and his podcast The Male Fertility Podcast is providing much needed support for men struggling to find the support they need. In this chat, we discuss the challenges he faced and the importance of open conversations about men's health in the workplace.

Here’s a glimpse into our conversation:

• Shaun recounts his diagnosis of azoospermia and the emotional and physical hurdles he encountered during his fertility journey.
• He explores how societal expectations can affect men's mental health and the significance of addressing these issues openly.
• We discuss how to deal with the festive season and the expectation of drinking, how to set boundaries to protect yourself with both friends and family.
• Shaun offers practical advice for employers and colleagues on creating a supportive environment for men dealing with fertility challenges.
• He discusses how platforms like Instagram have been instrumental in connecting men and fostering support networks.
• Shaun emphasizes the importance of initiating conversations about male fertility to reduce stigma and promote understanding.

Thank you for joining us for this important discussion. We hope you find these insights helpful in fostering a supportive workplace culture.

Thank you to Apricity who are sponsoring this series of The F Word at Work. To find out about more about  how they can support your employees with inclusive fertility care please get in touch with its expert corporate team here. 

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