Empowering the Journey:
How Fertility Benefits Supported April J.'s Path to Parenthood
Featuring: April J., Associate Program Manager
Location: Benson Tower
For many, the decision to grow a family comes with a mix of excitement and uncertainty. The journey is deeply personal, often marked by highs and lows that test both resilience and hope. Fertility benefits play a critical role on this path, offering more than just financial assistance—they provide the assurance and partnership needed to help team members move forward with confidence.
At Ochsner, Progyny’s Fertility and Family Building Benefits help support team members with guidance, care, and coverage during important life moments. For April J., a Program Manager at Ochsner, that support made a lasting difference.
A Journey That Began With Financial Stress
April and her husband began their journey to grow their family in 2020. Like many people facing fertility challenges, they spent the first years managing the cost on their own.
“My husband and I were ready to grow our family and began our journey in 2020,” April said. “For the first two years, we carried the financial burden on our own.”
Fertility treatment can be expensive, and those costs can add pressure to an already emotional process. For employees trying to balance personal goals with financial realities, access to infertility coverage can ease a heavy burden.
That changed for April after joining Ochsner.
A Benefit That Felt Like a Lifeline
With access to Progyny’s Fertility and Family Building Benefits, April no longer had to face the financial side of treatment alone. The infertility coverage gave her and her husband the support they needed to keep moving forward.
“This benefit felt like a lifeline,” April said. “It showed me that Ochsner truly values the personal journeys of its employees.”
After several cycles, April and her husband were able to welcome their son.
“After several cycles, we were fortunate to welcome our son,” she said.
That outcome meant everything to her family, but the impact did not stop there. April said the benefit also shaped how she felt as an employee.
“Personally, it gave us the opportunity to pursue our goal of growing our family without overwhelming financial stress,” she said. “Professionally, it made me feel valued and supported.”
That sense of support matters. When employees feel seen during major life stages, benefits become more than a workplace offering. They become a sign that people matter, both at work and beyond it.
Why Comprehensive Fertility Benefits Matter
Understanding the experiences of individuals and couples navigating infertility reveals just how vital comprehensive fertility benefits are.
Support during fertility and family-building journeys can ease financial pressure, reduce emotional strain, and help employees feel cared for during a deeply personal time. These benefits can make a meaningful difference for people working toward a goal that may otherwise feel out of reach.
April’s story is a powerful example of that impact. With the right support, she and her husband were able to continue their journey and grow their family. At the same time, she gained something else that matters just as much: the feeling that her employer valued and supported her through one of life’s biggest milestones.
Supporting Employees Through Meaningful Life Stages
Benefits are often talked about in practical terms. But for employees like April, they can have a deeply human impact. They can relieve stress, create hope, and help families move forward.
Comprehensive fertility benefits remain an important way to support employees through meaningful life stages. April’s experience shows how the right care and coverage can change not just a journey, but a life.