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Pregnant Olympians Demand Support for Athlete Parents

12/23/2025

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Caldwell, an Olympic athlete due to give birth soon, notes limited support for athlete parents.
She worries how sponsors and coaches will view her after childbirth.
She recalls Allyson Felix's experience with Nike's maternity policy to illustrate precedent.
Gulini, who recently had a child, describes motivation and guilt while training.
Both athletes emphasize female empowerment and setting an example for their children as they prepare for the Olympics.

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Caldwell, an Olympic athlete due to give birth soon, notes limited support for athlete parents.
She worries how sponsors and coaches will view her after childbirth.
She recalls Allyson Felix's experience with Nike's maternity policy to illustrate precedent.
Gulini, who recently had a child, describes motivation and guilt while training.
Both athletes emphasize female empowerment and setting an example for their children as they prepare for the Olympics.