Introduction
The Converse Athletics Department is committed to the personal health and development of all our student-athletes. We strive to provide an environment that respects all pregnancy and parenting decisions and urges all participants to work cooperatively towards degree completion. This policy sets forth the protections that should be provided for pregnant and parenting student-athletes, including those with pregnancy-related conditions. It also prohibits retaliation against any student or employee who complains about issues related to the enforcement of this Pregnancy Policy. We want to protect every student-athlete’s physical and psychological health, and their ability to complete their education.
Exercise and Pregnancy
Student-athletes who are pregnant will meet with our team physician to create a plan with them. The student-athlete will be advised to speak with an OB-GYN to ensure proper health and safety. The student-athlete will be provided with all available healthcare options for them.
Being pregnant does not completely exclude a person from participating in athletics. However, a physician may limit participation based on one's health. Activity plans will be made with recommendation from the student-athlete’s acting physicians. The athletic training staff will work with the student-athlete throughout their entire process to ensure continued participation in activities and education in the safest way possible.
For additional resources on Pregnancy and Parenting Student-Athletes, please see the website below. https://www.ncaa.org/sports/2013/11/21/pregnant-parenting-student-athletes.aspx