Mom Mode Activated: Women Athletes Who Are Also Supermoms

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Jun 28
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In the world of elite sports, the image of a fierce competitor often leaves little room for anything else — but a growing number of women athletes are proving that motherhood and greatness can go hand in hand.

From Olympic podiums to championship courts, these powerhouse moms are rewriting the playbook, showing us that being a parent is not a limitation — it's a superpower.

When Serena Williams returned to tennis after giving birth to her daughter Olympia in 2017, the world watched in awe. Her comeback wasn’t easy — she battled life-threatening complications during delivery and a challenging recovery — but she still made it to multiple Grand Slam finals post-motherhood.

Whether she was winning matches or attending Olympia’s ballet recitals, Serena reminded us that motherhood is a force, not a flaw.

“I’m stronger because I had a child. I feel like I can do anything.” – Serena Williams

Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa "Phee" Collier debuted her daughter Mila just 74 days before returning to the WNBA in August 2022—a jaw-dropping comeback

She said returning after giving birth felt more challenging than expected, but motivations like playing alongside retiring Sylvia Fowles pushed her forward . In her first game back, she played 21 minutes with Mila courtside—and hasn’t looked back. The following season, she posted career-best stats, led the Lynx to the playoffs, and earned WNBA Defensive Player of the Year—all while adjusting to life as a full-time mom.

Fans on r/wnba praised her resilience: