Right now, in Washington state, there's no legislative requirement that insurance companies cover infertility care. 

 

This leaves a lot of people paying out-of-pocket for services that can be quite expensive, putting treatment out of reach for many, if not most. 

 

A bill that would authorize coverage of infertility treatment in Washington was finally introduced this month, but it needs all the support it can get. 

 

This bonus episode is to tell you about the bill and the virtual advocacy day on February 2nd. (Register here: https://bit.ly/3Iwnd6D)

 

Bill sponsors and advocates want people to contact their state representatives, share their infertility stories, and educate them on why it is so important to move this bill forward.

 

However, registration for the event closes a week before! So you must sign up by Wednesday, January 26.

 

Ruby and Anne are planning a full episode later to dive further into why advocacy is important and how you can push for mandated coverage. They'll also discuss how to talk with your employer about adding it to your company's health plan. Be sure to subscribe to The Whole Pineapple now, so you won't miss it!

 

If you have an infertility journey story to share, we'd love for you to share it, to help make treatment possible for all. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3Iwnd6D.