Pregnant Athlete conversations can be difficult - Pam and Kelsey give insight on how to find resources to give the best care to your pregnant athletes
Timestamps:
4:37 How to start the conversation with your athlete

Addressing concerns and fears with continuing or discontinuing sports

11:44 Medical Hardship - Pregnancy is not a disability!
13:20 Confidentiality - Who can you involve?

Athlete’s Physician approval
Team Physician
Know your limits in your scope of practice and comfort level and don’t be afraid to refer to an expert in the field (counselors, etc).

20:33 Follow up Post-Partum and Return to Activity

Involve the physician for clearance
Assess fitness for safety and recondition as needed

26:42 Mental Health

Know what’s available on campus and in the surrounding area
Should include phone numbers to call, text, or resources to see in person


Create a Mental Health Emergency Action Plan

29:16 How to express your concern to an athlete in denial

Educate the athlete!
Present yourself as an ally - a medical professional ally
Gather subtle changes that you can utilize to help support your suspicion before you talk to your athlete (fatigue, physical and mental energy, change of food choices, nausea)

41:47 How to prepare for these situations as an athletic training student/preceptor

Scenario based storytime
Begin a dialogue to learn from real experiences
Call your mentors and colleagues who have been through similar scenarios

Bottom Line: Educate, know your resources, and don't be afraid to ask for help!
NCAA Sports Medicine Handbook
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