Natasha Jonas Opens Up About Traumatic Birth and Return to Boxing as a Mother

Natasha Jonas, a two-weight world champion boxer, recently shared her story of the traumatic birth of her daughter and how motherhood made her stronger on her return to boxing. Jonas, who initially believed having a child meant retirement from boxing, faced a difficult labour when her daughter was born prematurely. Despite the challenges, Jonas worked her way back into the boxing ring and credits being a mother with providing a new perspective that helps her separate home life from work life. She believes that boxing should improve its support for pregnant athletes, advocating for decisions to be made by those who have lived through similar situations. With a newfound mental strength and physical resilience, Jonas has proven that motherhood and professional boxing can go hand in hand, inspiring others in the sport to embrace their journey.