New Progyny Study Reveals Gap Between Perceptions and Realities in Women's Health Benefits Coverage

Core Insights - There is a significant disconnect between the women's health benefits that employees desire and what employers believe they are providing, with 81% of HR leaders committed to advancing women's health, yet only 52% of working women find their benefits affordable [1][2]. Employee Needs and Employer Offerings - A persistent trend shows women are changing jobs for better benefits, indicating they are vocal about their needs [2]. - While 83% of women value benefits for menopause coaching and treatment, only 12% feel their employer adequately provides these [3]. - Employers are falling short in delivering specialized care, clear benefits navigation, and personalization, especially during critical life stages like fertility, pregnancy, and menopause [2][5]. Importance of Comprehensive Solutions - Employers need a unified benefits solution that encompasses personalized care, education, connected services, and ongoing support to effectively address women's health needs [5][6]. - Nearly one in four women (24%) who wanted to use a benefit gave up due to complexity in understanding or accessing it [13]. - 83% of women and 88% of employers agree that centralized support would enhance the effectiveness of women's health benefits [13]. Strategic Implications for Employers - The research indicates that offering comprehensive support across the full women's health journey is essential for attracting and retaining talent, particularly younger employees [6][13]. - Employers are eager to expand women's health benefits but often lack direction on how to implement effective solutions [6].