2006-06-27 09:42:51 · 17 answers · asked by abccolley 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Before you pack that suitcase, you’ll need your practitioner’s permission. And as far as your vacation plans for five months from now go, you may not get the go-ahead. Many doctors and midwives don’t recommend flying after 36 weeks (and most airlines don’t either) for a good reason: If you go into labor, you’ll be miles away from home — or miles up in the air.
Before you embark on any trip in any trimester, you and your practitioner will need to discuss the length of your flight, what you’ll be doing on your trip (no bungee jumping), how remote your destination is (no deep jungles), and how you’ve been feeling. If you’ve had any complications, such as high blood pressure or diabetes, you’ll likely be grounded for good even before your third trimester.
If you do get the green light to take off (and you’re up for the challenge of traveling pregnant), call your airline to check on any restrictions they may have regarding pregnant women and to request a bulkhead seat if possible for maximum leg (and belly) room. Be sure too to get the name of a local practitioner and/or hospital at your destination (just in case), and bring your insurance and any pertinent medical info with you.
Good Luck with your pregnancy! ~Bon
2006-07-01 22:42:40 · answer #1 · answered by Bon Bon 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd say if you're pregnant for more than 4 months then no you can't travel by plane it's not healthy for you or your baby as the air pressure may harm you. Try discusing with your doctor and see what he/she thinks.
2006-06-27 16:54:46 · answer #2 · answered by sayeda_candy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the pregnancy is normal, I don't see why not. Generally, travelling by plane is discouraged in the first and third trimesters because of the air pressure changes. Speak to your doctor first.
2006-06-27 16:46:43 · answer #3 · answered by Blue Jean 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A doctor cannot stop you. I wouldn't reccommend it because if you deliver away from your area, the staff and physicians will not know your history, specific needs, ER will be your first stop in which most are not in the most ideal situations to handle your labour needs.Why would your mother even consider this? She needs to come to you. Good luck and congratulations. Be safe, stay in OK
2006-06-27 16:49:42 · answer #4 · answered by firestarter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You doctor may allow it if you are able to get out and change positions every couple of hours...sitting for long periods of time is stressful for the baby--you need good blood flow.. I would definitely contact your doctor and make sure that it is acceptable. Goo Luck!!
2006-06-27 16:47:12 · answer #5 · answered by feisty_1_772000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure -- people travel all over when they are pregnant. I'd stick close to home the last month or few weeks, but other than that you can go anywhere.
2006-06-27 16:46:16 · answer #6 · answered by tsopolly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My doctor let me travel until I was 36 weeks pregnant. If you are concerned yalk to your doctor and they will advise you with all your pregnancy circumstances taken into consideration.
2006-06-27 16:51:38 · answer #7 · answered by blevinssl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes but no traveling in the 3rd trimester
2006-06-27 16:45:19 · answer #8 · answered by cboyce 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if traveling by automobile stop and stretch every 2 hours.if traveling by plane find a reason to walk around even if just to the bathroom
2006-06-27 16:46:49 · answer #9 · answered by herb52781 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should be safe as long as you're not considered high-risk. However you should consult your physican before long distance travel to get the all clear.
Have a safe trip!
2006-06-27 16:46:08 · answer #10 · answered by tori_42459 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋