Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Top News
Top News
Sport

Naomi Osaka Opens Up About Pregnancy Complications And Future Plans

Naomi Osaka, of Japan, hits a return to Caroline Garcia, of France, during the Miami Open tennis tournament, Sunday, March 24, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Professional tennis player Naomi Osaka recently shared her experience with pregnancy and the challenges she faced, shedding light on the difficulties that are often not openly discussed. Osaka, 26, revealed on TikTok that her first pregnancy and childbirth were traumatic, impacting her decision on having more children in the future.

Osaka became a mother in July 2023 when she welcomed her daughter, Shai. Reflecting on her pregnancy journey, she expressed gratitude for the new perspective it brought to her life and her renewed appreciation for the sport she loves. Despite the complications she faced during pregnancy, including testing positive for Group B streptococcus and enduring a labor that lasted over 12 hours, Osaka remained resilient.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.