World Health Day 2025, celebrated on April 7, marks the launch of Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures, a year-long campaign to end preventable maternal and newborn deaths. With nearly 300,000 maternal deaths and 4 million newborn losses each year, the urgency for action is clear—not just for governments and healthcare providers, but also for workplaces.
At Zetta Genomics, we recognise that maternal and newborn health is essential to the well-being of our employees, their families, and the wider community. We are committed to creating a work environment that empowers women together with their families, before, during, and after pregnancy. Here’s are some examples of how employers can put these principles into action:
1. Comprehensive Maternity and Parental Leave
We believe no one should have to choose between their career and their family. That’s why Zetta Genomics supports:
- A clear maternity and female health leave policy that gives new mothers the time they need to recover and bond with their child
- Flexible Partner leave options to encourage shared caregiving responsibilities
- Flexible return-to-work pathways, ensuring a smooth transition back to professional life
2. A Supportive Workplace Culture
Balancing work and family life shouldn’t be a struggle. At Zetta Genomics, we actively foster a workplace where parents feel supported by:
- Flexible work arrangements with fully remote work options
- Scheduling flexibility for breastfeeding mothers
- Childcare support initiatives where possible easing the burden of working parents
3. Prioritising Maternal Mental Health
We understand that maternal health goes beyond physical well-being. That’s why we ensure:
- Access to mental health resources and counseling services
- A culture where discussing maternal mental health is encouraged and stigma-free
- Leadership and managers trained to recognise and support employees facing postpartum challenges
4. Providing Quality Health Coverage
A mother’s health journey doesn’t stop after childbirth—it’s a lifelong commitment. Zetta Genomics ensures that our health benefits include:
- Fertility, reproductive health, and mental health services as part of employee benefits policies
- Paid time off for medical appointments to prioritise well-being
5. Advocating for Maternal Health Beyond the Workplace
As a company at the forefront of genomic healthcare innovation, Zetta Genomics is committed to driving positive change in maternal and newborn health by:
- Advocating for better healthcare policies that prioritise maternal well-being.
- Promoting an inclusive workplace where women’s voices shape our policies and culture.
At Zetta Genomics, we don’t just talk about supporting women—we act on it. We believe that by prioritising maternal and newborn health, we are contributing to a future where every woman and baby has the opportunity to thrive.
On World Health Day 2025, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring Healthy Beginnings and Hopeful Futures—not just for today, but for generations to come.
References and Guidance of Interest
- Maternal Mortality: According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 300,000 women die each year due to pregnancy or childbirth complications. who.in
- Supportive Workplace Policies: The March of Dimes emphasises that family-friendly workplace policies, such as paid family leave and adequate breaks, have been shown to increase the duration of breastfeeding, decrease infant hospitalisation in the first year, and improve maternal mental health. ignitingimpacttogether.marchofdimes.org
- Benefits of Family-Friendly Policies: UNICEF highlights that family-friendly policies increase the likelihood of women returning to work after maternity leave and help reduce the gender pay gap by enabling fathers to share in parenting responsibilities unicef.org
- Flexible Working Conditions: The International Confederation of Midwives advocates for employers to provide flexible working conditions and policies, enabling midwives (and by extension, all mothers) to return to work after maternity leave without sacrificing the quality of their relationships with their newborns or the right to breastfeed. internationalmidwives.org
