World Athletics launches project for pregnancy support among female athletes

World Athletics has initiated a project aimed at improving support for female athletes during pregnancy and childbirth. The governing body is reaching out to elite female athletes for input on policies regarding maternity leave and competition returns. The project, named Childbirth And Return in Elite Sport (Cares), seeks to address barriers and enhance professional support. Lord Coe stated the initiative will help protect athletes experiencing pregnancy and ensure they can return to elite athletics without facing undue challenges. The survey of experiences from current and former competitors will help inform future policy improvements.

• 5:23 PMBBC Sport — World Athletics seeks to improve pregnancy support