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November 13, 2019

IVF Positivity Planner

The IVF Positivity Planner is designed to help you feel calmer, more informed and more in control of what is happening to your body, meaning you are in a better state for coping through TTC and treatment.
February 5, 2026

Starting Uncomfortable Conversations in the Workplace

Something I hear a lot from male managers is that they want to be supportive of their female colleagues, but they just don’t want to say the wrong thing.
February 5, 2026

High Achievers and the IVF Juggle: Why Workplace Support Matters

High achievers thrive on clarity and results, yet IVF is a journey where timelines constantly shift and outcomes remain unknown.
February 4, 2026

Male Fertility Matters Too: Shifting from “Partners” to “Patients”

For many men, infertility is deeply isolating. They often carry a sense of shame while feeling they must "stay strong" for their partner, all without knowing where to turn for their own support.
February 4, 2026

Supporting the Patients Who Need to Know Everything

There are just some patients who want total clarity around their IVF treatment, and I know that can feel challenging, but it is worth pausing to understand why.
November 24, 2025

Helping Your Colleagues Navigate the Menopause at Christmas: A Guide for Managers and Teams

Christmas is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many people going through the menopause, it can be one of the most overwhelming.
November 20, 2025

Supporting fertility patients through the holiday season: Guidance for clinics and clinicians 

Here are 5 essential strategies for clinical staff to consider when supporting patients in a meaningful, patient-centred way through the festive season.
November 20, 2025

Navigating the festive season: The emotional toll for fertility patients 

Here are five common experiences that patients navigating infertility may face as they head into the holidays, offering insight into the emotional weight they are carrying when they come to their appointments.
November 5, 2025

Reflections from ASRM: Why Patient Care and Emotional Support Matter More Than Ever

Last week, I had the privilege of presenting at the ASRM Scientific Congress in Texas, speaking on “Enhancing Patient Care for a Better Experience During Treatment.”
October 16, 2025

Psychological Safety: The key to exceptional patient and staff care

We often talk about ensuring patients feel supported, but true support can’t exist without one essential ingredient: psychological safety.
October 16, 2025

National Fertility Awareness Week: How your clinic can show patients they’re more than just a number

National Fertility Awareness Week is almost here, and it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and show your patients that they are much more than just statistics.
June 18, 2025

You Never Know What Someone’s Going Through: Why Thoughtfulness Matters

Infertility. Baby loss. Grief. Anxiety. Relationship breakdowns. Health concerns. Care responsibilities. There are so many things people carry quietly while showing up and doing their best.
June 17, 2025

Supporting Male Partners in IVF: Why It Matters and What Clinics Can Do

When we think about IVF, the focus naturally leans towards the person undergoing the physical treatment. But it’s important we don’t forget someone else who’s often quietly walking that path too: the male partner.
November 24, 2025

Helping Your Colleagues Navigate the Menopause at Christmas: A Guide for Managers and Teams

Christmas is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many people going through the menopause, it can be one of the most overwhelming.
May 1, 2025

Starting Menopause Conversations at Work (Even When You’re Worried About Saying the Wrong Thing)

Starting a conversation about menopause in the workplace can feel uncomfortable. For many managers, particularly male managers, there’s a real and understandable fear of saying the wrong thing.
February 12, 2025

Creating a Compassionate Workplace: Supporting Employees Through Difficult Times

Every employee will face personal challenges at some point in their career - whether it’s fertility struggles, miscarriage, menopause, or other life-changing events. During these times, the workplace can be a source of either added stress or meaningful support.
February 12, 2025

Menopause & Mental Health: Understanding the Impact at Work

Menopause is a significant life transition that affects millions of employees, yet it remains one of the least discussed workplace challenges.
November 27, 2024

Helping your colleagues navigate the menopause at Christmas

For your female colleagues navigating menopause, Christmas can be more “mayhem and mental load” than magical - here are 3 easy and effective coping strategies to share…
March 15, 2023

Menopause Partnership with Matalan

Retailer Matalan decides to join forces with author Sarah Banks and offer its colleagues the opportunity to access menopause support via The Menopause Positivity Planner.
March 15, 2023

Interview on the Perimenopause with Emily Barclay

I have interviewed the very lovely Emily Barclay about the Perimenopause and coping through it.
March 15, 2023

Interview with Diane Danzibrink

I have interviewed the very lovely Diane Danzibrink, founder of Menopause Support and the amazing national campaign #MakeMenopauseMatter