Pregnancy in Sport

The ASC, with Sport Industry Australia, hosted the National Forum on pregnancy in sport in Sydney on 1 August 2001. Participants from all aspects of sport in Australia, including government, non-government, health, legal and industry sectors, took part. This resource is based on the conclusions of that forum, and on other expert contributions.

The Pregnancy in sport - guidelines for the Australian sporting industry are available for free as a related download below.

Important information

This publication is intended as an information source for the Australian sporting industry, its administrators, coaches, officials and other staff, employed or voluntary. It is not intended as, nor is it suitable to be used as, advice to sports participants. Pregnancy in sport is essentially a medical issue, and it is therefore vital that pregnant women who wish to participate in sport obtain medical advice before doing so.

Disclaimer

The issues discussed in this publication can be complex, and resolutions will vary from person to person and jurisdiction to jurisdiction. This document should not be considered a substitute for professional legal or medical advice. While care has been taken in the preparation of this material, the writer and publisher do not accept responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor for the result of actions taken on the basis of this information.

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