Kristie Mewis and Sam Kerr pregnancy: What are WSL’s rules on maternity and parental leave?
While Kerr will not carry the child, she is still entitled to family leave, in accordance with FIFA’s regulations. Non-biological mothers in same-sex relationships are guaranteed eight weeks of paid absence, which must be taken within six months of the child’s birth.
Soccer players Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis say they are expecting a baby
Mewis, who plays for West Ham, is pregnant. She has 53 appearances for the United States women's national team. “A huge congratulations to Kristie and her partner Sam, who have announced they are expecting their first child,” West Ham said on Instagram.
Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis have announced on social media that they are expecting their first child, due next year.
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Kerr and Mewis announce pregnancyChelsea striker Sam Kerr and West Ham midfielder Kristie Mewis are expecting a baby next year. Australia captain Kerr ...
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