A new report released by family health benefits platform Ovia Health by Labcorp (Ovia) uncovered U.S. workers’ preferences for family-friendly workplace benefits. American employees are looking for company benefits and policies that support their families, and nearly three-quarters (73%) would leave their current jobs to find them.

Respondents also expressed widespread dissatisfaction with available family-friendly benefits. Many (62%) employees don’t consider their employer family-friendly, and almost half (43%) graded their benefits a “C” or lower. Overwhelmingly, working parents seek longer and more pay during parental leave, stronger flexibility policies, and childcare support.

Furthermore, parental leave is generally associated with the birth of a baby, but respondents expressed a need to expand that thinking regarding benefits. In fact, 10%–20% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, validating the employee demand for better maternity management support (to identify risk and intervene) and pregnancy loss support.

Along with fertility benefits, there is a growing demand for family-building offerings, including adoption, foster, and surrogacy support. One-third (38%) of respondents said family-building benefits are important, but only 5%–14% of employees can access them. Today’s workers want and need unbiased support and alternative family-planning support, including adoption and surrogacy.

If an organization values retention, productivity, and engagement, it should prioritize fostering a family-friendly culture this year and beyond. To round out a great family benefits package and contribute to holistic wellness, employers can also incorporate nutrition, health screenings, and menopause support. An organization can promote a family-friendly culture by making its commitment to its workforce’s health obvious. More workers today are looking for a company culture that supports their families, assists with various paths to parenthood and helps them navigate life’s journeys.

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