Athletes supporting athletes through motherhood and sport

Whether you’re considering starting a family or returning to sport postpartum — you’re not alone. Our network is built by athletes, for athletes.

Why We Created the Peer-to-Peer Network

Not every athlete will see motherhood as part of their sport journey. But many still face big questions — about fertility, about pregnancy, about what comes next. This network was created so no athlete has to navigate these questions alone.

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How it works

How it works

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Message bubble with text 'We Facilitate the Intro. MOMentum handles the connection in whatever way you prefer.'
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Looking for Support?

You don’t have to figure this out alone. Let us know where you’re at, and we’ll help connect you.

Want to Give Back?

Want to share your story and support other athletes? We’ll help guide you.

Community Notes & Guidelines

This space is grounded in trust, lived experience, and care. Here's what you can expect:

  • 💬 Peer-based support, not therapy

  • 🔒 Confidentiality is key

  • 🕒 No pressure

  • ❤️ Share what you want, when you want

All network members are expected to follow our community guidelines, which are reviewed before joining.

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Meet Our Peer Network

  • Smiling athlete in a black sports bra with an Olympic rings tattoo on her side, standing against a clear blue sky.

    Melissa Bishop-Nriagu

    Olympian, 800m Runner - Athlete Mom, Contracts & Sponsorship, Postpartum & Return to Competition, Emotional and Mental Health Support

  • Person wearing glasses, a maroon jacket, and a gold medal with a blue ribbon labeled "Santiago 2023."

    Whitney Bogart

    Paralympian, Goalball - Athlete Mom, Postpartum & Return to Competition, Creating a Support Network

  • A person wearing a red "Canada" jacket stands confidently in a boxing ring with a determined expression. The jacket features various badges and logos. The background is dark, highlighting the person and the boxing ropes behind them.

    Mandy Bujold

    Olympian, Boxing - Athlete Mom, Legal Challenge For Maternity Rights

  • Person with long blonde hair wearing glasses and a red sports jersey with number 7, smiling with arms crossed.

    Amy Burk

    Paralympian, Goalball - Athlete Mom

  • Woman wearing a red Canada basketball jersey holding a Wilson basketball.

    Paige Crozon

    Olympian, 3×3 Basketball - Athlete Mom

  • Woman in a blue jacket outdoors

    Malindi Elmore

    Olympian, 1500m & Marathon - Athlete Mom, Postpartum & Return to Competition, Advocating for Maternity Policies, Contracts & Sponsors, Emotional and Mental Health Support

  • Person in a white Canada basketball t-shirt holding a Wilson basketball in a gym with a graffitied wall.

    Kim Gaucher

    Olympian, Basketball - Athlete Mom, Egg Freezing, Fertility Treatments, Legal Challenge For Maternity Rights

  • A female athlete wearing a red and white uniform with a maple leaf symbol, holding a rowing oar with a red and white blade featuring a maple leaf, symbolizing Canada.

    Jen Martins

    Olympian, Rowing - Egg Freezing

  • Person wearing a red "Canada" jacket holding a microphone and a gold medal.

    Lisa Roman

    Olympian, Rowing - Athlete Mom, Fertility Treatments, High-risk Pregnacnies, Postpartum & Return to Competition, Advocating for Maternity Policies

  • Briana Scott

    Olympian, 5000m - Athlete Mom, Advocacy, Postpartum & Return to Competition, Emotional & Mental Health Support

  • Person wearing a red Team Canada basketball jersey holding a basketball over their shoulder.

    Jamie Scott

    National Team Athlete, 3×3 Basketball - Athlete Mom

  • Woman smiling in a black sleeveless top with 'Wrestling' written on it

    Erica Wiebe

    Olympian, Wrestling - Egg Freezing, Navigating Societal Pressures, Advocating for Maternity Policies

  • A person wearing a "Team Canada" hoodie holding a gold volleyball and a silver medal with "Paris 2024" on the ribbon, against a backdrop of water and a cloudy sky.

    Jolan Wong

    Paralympian, Sitting Volleyball - Athlete Mom, High-risk pregnancies, Postpartum & Return to Competition, Navigating Societal Pressures

  • Woman in sports tank top with Canada logo smiling

    Kate Wright

    National Team Athlete, Field Hockey - Athlete Mom, Postpartum & Return to Competition, Advocating for Maternity Policies

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