Travelling Pregnant Tips

Travel in pregnancy

 

Some women prefer not to travel in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy because of nausea and feeling very tired during these early stages. The risk of miscarriage  is also higher in the first three months, whether you're travelling or not.

Travelling in the final months of pregnancy can be tiring and uncomfortable. So, many women find the best time to travel or take a holiday is in mid-pregnancy, between four and six months.

Here are some general tips to ensure you and your baby stay healthy during your travels.

1. Flying in pregnancy

Flying is not harmful to you or your baby, but discuss any health issues or pregnancy complications with your midwife or doctor before you fly.

The likelihood of going into labour is naturally higher after 37 weeks  (around 34 weeks if you're carrying twins), and some airlines will not let you fly towards the end of your pregnancy. Check with the airline for their policy on this.

After week 28 of pregnancy, the airline may ask for a letter from your doctor or midwife confirming your due date, and that you aren't at risk of complications.

Long-distance travel (longer than five hours) carries a small risk of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis, or DVT)  If you fly, drink plenty of water and move about regularly – every 30 minutes or so. You can buy a pair of support stockings in the pharmacy over the counter, which will reduce leg swelling.

2. Car travel in pregnancy

Fatigue and dizziness are common during pregnancy so it’s important on car journeys to drink regularly, eat natural, energy-giving foods (such as fruit and nuts) and stop regularly for a break.

Keep the air circulating in the car and wear your seatbelt with the cross strap between your breasts and the lap strap across your pelvis under your bump, not across your bump.

Road accidents are among the most common causes of injury in pregnant women. Avoid making long trips on your own and share the driving with your companion.

3. Foreign food and drink risks in pregnancy

Take care to avoid food- and water-borne conditions, such as stomach upsets and travellers' diarrhoea  (TD). Some medicines for treating stomach upsets and traveller's diarrhoea aren’t suitable during pregnancy.

Always check if tap water is safe. If in doubt, drink bottled water. If you get ill, keep hydrated and continue eating for the health of your baby, even if you may not be hungry.

4. Being Relax For The Schedule

5. Take Some Rest

6. Never Ignore The Maternity Vitamin and Mineral Water

For further information, Please check :http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/pregnancy-and-baby/pages/travel-pregnant.aspx


With Love,
RIY