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- Jessica Korda welcomed her son Greyson John DelPrete and became the first LPGA Tour mom this season.
- Under the LPGA’s maternity policy, Korda can take up to two years to return to competitive golf after giving birth.
The article explores when Jessica Korda, who took maternity leave in 2023, will make a return to the LPGA Tour. The LPGA’s maternity policy allows players to take up to two years of maternity leave, ensuring they do not lose their status upon their return. The policy was revamped in 2019, thanks to experiences of players like Karine Icher and Sydnee Michaels who found the previous policy restrictive. The new policy aims to provide flexibility to female golfers, allowing them to balance their careers and families.
Caroline Masson, who returned to the tour after giving birth, highlighted the physical challenges of returning to professional golf after pregnancy. The new policy has been designed to support athletes in having families without feeling rushed to return to competition.
Jessica Korda’s exact return date is unknown, but she can return to the tour anytime before February 2026. The new policy provides female golfers with the opportunity to combine golf and family, ensuring they have the necessary support and flexibility to pursue both aspects of their lives.