When is Lark Atkin-Davies due to give birth?

Lark Atkin-Davies is expected to give birth in June.

What support do England Rugby players get for maternity?

England players receive 26 weeks of fully-paid maternity leave and funds for children's travel to games.

Has Lark Atkin-Davies played for the Red Roses recently?

Lark Atkin-Davies was part of the England squad that won the Rugby World Cup in September but has not played for Bristol Bears this season.

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Rugby Star Lark Atkin-Davies Expecting First Child

13 Dec, 2025

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Rugby World Cup winner Lark Atkin-Davies revealed she is pregnant.
The England and Bristol Bears player is due to give birth in June.
New maternity policies support players like Atkin-Davies with paid leave.

Rugby Star Lark Atkin-Davies Expecting First Child

Rugby World Cup winner Lark Atkin-Davies shared exciting personal news: she is expecting her first child. The 30-year-old hooker, who has earned 74 caps for the England Red Roses, revealed her due date is in June.

Atkin-Davies, a key player in England's home World Cup victory last September where she scored three tries in six matches, has not yet played for her club, Bristol Bears, this Premiership Women's Rugby season. The club expressed excitement, anticipating the arrival of a "new bear cub."

This announcement comes as England Rugby players benefit from enhanced maternity support. Following policy updates in February 2023, players are entitled to 26 weeks of fully-paid maternity leave, with additional provisions for children's travel expenses to games, ensuring continued support for athletes balancing career and family.