Amy Olson’s Tips for Golf Majors: The Perfect Pregnancy Snack – Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches

The Journey of Amy Olson: From Golf Dreams to Motherhood

In just a matter of months, Amy Olson will be embarking on a new adventure – motherhood. However, before she embraces this life-changing role, she has one more goal in mind: winning the prestigious US Women’s Open.

“Being a professional golfer on the LPGA Tour and becoming a mom have always been my two greatest dreams,” revealed Olson in an exclusive interview. This year’s edition is particularly special as it takes place at California’s renowned Pebble Beach course for the first time in its long history.

Olson expressed her gratitude for being able to pursue both dreams simultaneously and sees this week as a culmination of her aspirations. Amongst the field of 156 players teeing off on Thursday, she stands ready to compete.

The announcement of her impending motherhood came after qualifying impressively for the tournament in Minnesota at the end of May. Prior to hitting Pebble Beach links, there was one simple request that Olson had for organizers – peanut butter and jelly sandwiches awaiting her arrival. With that demand met, all focus now shifts towards what will be her remarkable 194th tournament appearance and 35th major start over her decade-long professional career.

An Unconventional Path Towards Glory

Motherhood may beckon once the US Open concludes but until then, Amy Olson remains fully committed to giving it her all on golf’s grand stage. “Women do incredible things while pregnant all the time,” said Olson passionately during our conversation. “I want to celebrate pregnancy and life, hoping that other women will see me and realize they too can achieve their goals.”

While carrying her precious cargo, Olson’s training routine has undergone significant changes both in format and intensity. Her swing has adapted to accommodate her changing body, drawing inspiration from the world of figure skating as a metaphor for this transformation.

“When figure skaters want to turn faster, they bring their arms in closer. When they wish to slow down, their arms go out,” explained Olson. Similarly, with her baby bump emerging prominently, she has had to adjust her swing accordingly – resulting in shorter distances on her shots.

A Shift in Perspective

The transition from professional athlete to mother brings about a profound shift in perspective. Olson recognizes the inherent self-centeredness that comes with being an athlete – where everything revolves around one’s schedule and fitness. However, becoming a mom introduces a new priority: caring for another human being who is completely dependent on you.

“Becoming a mother teaches us the importance of selflessness,” shared Olson warmly. “Children have a way of humbling us and grounding our priorities.” With her due date set for mid-September, Amy Olson looks forward to embracing this transformative experience fully.

Redefining Expectations within Sports

Amy Olsen also acknowledges the evolving attitudes towards athletes during pregnancy within sports communities worldwide. Numerous examples exist across various sporting disciplines where women have successfully balanced their careers alongside childbirth – before and after pregnancy itself.

An extraordinary case was Brenda Corrie-Kuehn participating when eight months pregnant at the 2001 US Women’s Open while alongside playing partner Jennifer Greggain who was well into her second trimester at that time. Remarkably just seven days later Brenda gave birth to Rachel Corrie-Kuehn, her daughter.

Stacy Lewis, the renowned golfer, competed in the same tournament while being four months pregnant in 2018. Subsequently, Nike made significant adjustments to its maternity policy to ensure that female athletes would not suffer any financial disadvantages due to pregnancy after several high-profile incidents…