Should women ski while Pregnant

[ctenidae]

And now I sit back and wait for the wrath of females everywhere to come down on my poor soul.

I wouldn't worry. We're all entitled to our opinion, and I doubt anyone would say it's a great idea to ski while pregnant. I wouldn't go so far as to say it's a bad idea, either. My opinion on whether you should or shouldn't is irrelevant. I am, however, of the opinion that it's the woman's choice, and I am also of the opinion that any other opinion than that isn't worth the time it takes to type. I also hold the opinion that you should accept the consequences of your choice, in this as in all things.

 

[NHpowderhound]

My feelings on women skiing while pregnant are the same as breast feeding at sporting venues... I don't mind you doing it as long as you dont mind if all of us stare at you while you're doing it .
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[Npage148]

Im only 22 and single so my opinion may not be valid but pregnanat women have been doing crazy stuff for millions of years (think about cavewomen, early 1800 westerners and others). A little reserved skiing should be perfectly safe. Then again, i know nothing about having babies.

 

[ga2ski]

How about these ideas.

Recommend (as in not require) that women wear a bright yellow vest with the words baby on board on the back. People would see the vest from a 100 yards away and hopefully would ski in control when a pregnant women is on the trail. Maybe ski areas would give out these vests for free.

Another alternative is a large yellow circle on the back with the words baby on board. A yellow circle dot on the back of the helmet may also work to warn others.

Just some ideas.

Funny Stuff. I joke with my wife that I'm going to get her one of these.

 

[ssusca]

The real question should be; What is in the best interest of the child? Should this hypothetical pregnant skier catch an edge and fall, (we've all done it, even when we are taking it easy) what would be the consequences to the baby. Possibly nothing, possibly a severe birth defect. If the latter, now the parents are faced with raising a child that is severely handicapped. They will have to live with the decision that this child, whom they love more than anything in the world, is now going to be faced with a lifetime of hardships due to a decision that they made.

Yes , I agree that it is truly the mother's decision whether she should go skiing or not when pregnant. I would only hope that the mother would have something more than her own interests in mind when she made that decision.

 

[Marc]

Or if they're single, maybe paint a big red "A" on their backs, too.

Does anyone try harder to not hit a pregnant lady than they try not to hit anyone else? Singling people out is never a good idea. The thought is good, the reality, not so much.

Scarlet is a much better color.

 

[JimG.]

I could think of a million reasons why I shouldn't do the things I do... But I don't...

Also true here when I'm thinking for myself only...I overlook alot in the pursuit of fun.

But D, in my opinion, that dynamic changes (or should change) when your thinking affects someone else too.

 

[Skifastsailfast]

How about these ideas.

Another alternative is a large yellow circle on the back with the words baby on board. A yellow circle dot on the back of the helmet may also work to warn others.

Just some ideas.

Here's another idea, how about she just doesn't ski for one season. Kinda like stop smoking or stop drinking alcohol for 9 months. I get tired of all the Generation X crap, (I deserve it all, don't inconvience me), what's wrong with a little self sacrifice?

Hey, while you're at it, why not just take away all her shoes and lock her in the kitchen? That's where she belongs - barefoot and preggers in the kitchen, right?

I'd be curious as to how much self-sacrificing will you be willing to do after the kid's born in terms of child care so that she will be able to go out and ski or do something else that's fun.

It's absolutely ridiculous to equate giving up skiing, a sport that keeps you fit, with giving up smoking and alcohol, which have been proven harmful to unborn children. Provided she skis within her ability (or perhaps takes it a little easy), she is no more likely to fall on the trail as she is to fall on the sidewalk on the way to the OB/GYN.

 

[highpeaksdrifter]

The real question should be; What is in the best interest of the child? Should this hypothetical pregnant skier catch an edge and fall, (we've all done it, even when we are taking it easy) what would be the consequences to the baby. Possibly nothing, possibly a severe birth defect. If the latter, now the parents are faced with raising a child that is severely handicapped. They will have to live with the decision that this child, whom they love more than anything in the world, is now going to be faced with a lifetime of hardships due to a decision that they made.

Yes , I agree that it is truly the mother's decision whether she should go skiing or not when pregnant. I would only hope that the mother would have something more than her own interests in mind when she made that decision.

Part 1 - EXACTALLY.

Part 2 - One thing that I don’t agree with that has been repeatedly said in this thread is it’s entirely the woman’s decision. My wife’s and my children are our children. When an important decision needs to be made about them that can effect their future we discuss it and decide together. So why is it so different for an unborn child?

 

[JimG.]

Hey, while you're at it, why not just take away all her shoes and lock her in the kitchen? That's where she belongs - barefoot and preggers in the kitchen, right?

I'd be curious as to how much self-sacrificing will you be willing to do after the kid's born in terms of child care so that she will be able to go out and ski or do something else that's fun.

It's absolutely ridiculous to equate giving up skiing, a sport that keeps you fit, with giving up smoking and alcohol, which have been proven harmful to unborn children. Provided she skis within her ability (or perhaps takes it a little easy), she is no more likely to fall on the trail as she is to fall on the sidewalk on the way to the OB/GYN.

I've been waiting for this response...and it's totally valid. This is the woman's choice, not something that can be dictated or mandated. And while it's a decision that should be discussed and debated with the woman's partner, it's solely her choice.

I will however take some issue with your last sentence...I think the ski slopes are alot more dangerous than walking to a doctor's appointment. My wife felt she would be taking unnecessary chances with our babies if she were to ski while pregnant.

 

[ctenidae]

It should be made by both of you, but if she wants to ski and you say no, then it's her decision. The world's not a perfect place, and not everyone agrees all the time. So that's wehre I draw teh line. Just because she's pregnant doesn't mean you own her. If a couple has a healthy relationship, then the decision should be mutual. If the husband's a knuckle-dragging mouth breather, then she's better off not listening to him, anyway.

Marc- Scarlet is a better color. i said red to see if anyone picked it up. No surprise you did.

 

[JimG.]

[Part 2 - One thing that I don’t agree with that has been repeatedly said in this thread is it’s entirely the woman’s decision. My wife’s and my children are our children. When an important decision needs to be made about them that can effect their future we discuss it and decide together. So why is it so different for an unborn child?

It should be discussed, but the decision is the woman's. It's her body, and she is carrying the unborn child...men contribute one thing to the child bearing process and that's it until the baby is born. The rest is up to the woman.

It's her choice.

 

[ski_adk]

I say if you're really that concerned, wrap yourself (or wife/sig other) in lots of bubble wrap. That way she's protected when she falls and you'll have a fun-filled car ride on the way popping the bubbles.

:idea:

 

[ssusca]

Part 2 - One thing that I don’t agree with that has been repeatedly said in this thread is it’s entirely the woman’s decision. My wife’s and my children are our children. When an important decision needs to be made about them that can effect their future we discuss it and decide together. So why is it so different for an unborn child?

Good point. I agree that it should be a mutual decision. It should not be any different for an unborn child than for a three-year old. And in a perfect world with a healthy relationship betweet two intelligent rational adults, this would work. Unfortunately, not all couples have such a healthy and respectful relationship. In these cases, it is ultimately up to the woman carrying the child to do what she thinks is in the childs best interest. If my wife wanted to go skiing when she was pregnant with my daughter, I would have encouraged/pleaded/begged her not to go and, out of respect, would have made the same sacrifice that I was asking her to make.

Thankfully, my daughter was born in December, so most of the ski season was salvageable. As an added bonus, the grandparents got to spend some quality, one-on-one time with their new granddaughter that winter.

We got lucky with this one, next time we may have to make some "sacrifices" (Gasp!!!!).

Or buy a lot of bubble wrap.:lol:

Either way, it is something we will do together.

 

[zowi420]

Catskills that first post was great and the second post was just weird.
I am currently trying to get pregnant. I figure, if it happens now, it will not interfere with ski season, as I could ski up until the 4th month, because that's when you start "showing", and balance is off. I would think skiing the first three months of pregnancy is fine, since you can't even tell then. After that would be too risky. Of course I would do whatever my boyfriend said, because I am kinda subserviant like that. I think he'd let me, though.

 

[ssusca]

Of course I would do whatever my boyfriend said, because I am kinda subserviant like that.

He's a lucky guy! Maybe you should speak to my wife!:lol:

Seriously though, maybe you should put more stock into what you doctor says than your boyfriend......... unless of course he is your doctor.

Then it just gets weird.

 

[zowi420]

No, he's not.
I should add, that I would take it VERY easy those first three months, no stunts in the terrain park, no tree trails, etc.

 

[highpeaksdrifter]

No, he's not.
I should add, that I would take it VERY easy those first three months, no stunts in the terrain park, no tree trails, etc.

Giving up stunts in the park, WOW. Jib Nation rules.

 

[ski_adk]

Okay, this is a bit of a threadjack, but so what. What are your opinions of skiers who ski with the babypack...you know...the backpack designed to hold a baby??? I've seen a couple of people on those and man, I thought that was just plain WRONG. No amount of bubble wrap could make that one "right".[/b]

 

[ssusca]

I am completely disgusted when I see something like this. All it takes is to catch an edge and then.......


It's the same as when parents (usually the father) are teaching their toddlers to ski and they hold the child by the underarms in front of them and snowplow down the hill. If they were to fall, they would land directly on the child.


I don't even like to think about it. People think that the can do it if they are taking it easy but if I've learned one thing in my 26 years of skiing its that shit happens.

There are enough dangers in this world for children. Why add another one?