2006-11-18 22:50:55 · 20 answers · asked by TRACY H 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Yes, in your first and second trimesters, although if your pregnancy is complicated by medical problems such as spotting, diabetes, high blood pressure or a previous early delivery, check with your GP before travelling. Also check with your GP if you are going abroad so that you can discuss any possible problems.
You may find that your second trimester - weeks 14 to 27 - is a perfect time to travel. With morning sickness behind you, your energy levels high and chances of miscarriage low, you can enjoy the luxury of relaxing, sleeping in and dining late with your partner. You can also take advantage of travelling light - with no car seat, pushchair, nappies or toys in tow.
Airlines are sometimes unwilling to carry women who are past their 28th week of pregnancy because of the risk of premature labour. Ticket agents won't ask if you're pregnant when you book a seat, but you could be questioned about your due date at the gate. In fact, an airline can bar you from travel if they are worried about how pregnant you are.
2006-11-19 09:47:17 · answer #1 · answered by FUGAZI 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I flew both times during my pregnancies. I flew both for pleasure and necessity. I flew at three months on hoilday, this was not fun as the morning sickness was made worse through flight. I flew at 5 months for to get my scan done at an appropriate place (I was living outside of the UK) this time was better as morning sickness was over and I wasn't so large that it was uncomfortable. Then I also flew back to the UK toward the end of my pregnancies to have the baby, I flew at around 34 weeks with a note from the doctor to say I was fit to fly and had no complications. I could have flown as late as 36 weeks on most airlines, but it is best to check with your doctor and the airline before booking anything. Flight any later than 36 weeks would require medivac.
2006-11-19 12:31:22 · answer #2 · answered by bty180083 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the recommended time to stop flying is around 28 weeks. If you want to fly after that , I believe you may need your doctor's ok on this. I went on holiday when I was 27 weeks pregnant with my 4th, and there was no problem
2006-11-19 07:29:12 · answer #3 · answered by marie m 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can.
Normally, the charter airlines allow you to fly up to 26 weeks without a doctors note. After that you need to take your maternity notes with you, together with a letter from GP, NOT THE WIDWIFE, stating fit to fly. After 32 weeks most airlines will not allow flying.
Check with the airline in question, but these are the general rules.
2006-11-19 07:08:11 · answer #4 · answered by ribena 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can fly safely (assuming you have no weird complications) during your entire pregnancy.
Most airlines/doctors will not allow you to fly in the last 4-6 weeks, not because there is anything instrinsically 'unsafe' about flying, but only because no airline wants to risk delivering a potentially early baby mid-flight.
2006-11-19 07:00:07 · answer #5 · answered by P-nuts and Hair-dos 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes its possible to fly up until your 6th month then you need a medical certificate as you need permission from your doctor, this is to prevent pre-term labour. Its normally best to take a trip in your 2nd trimester as that's the best time of your pregnancy and you should feel at your best, very energetic, and shouldn't be to uncomfortable;e. If your thinking of flying it will be best to advise your doctor so they can check for things that may cause a problem. As long as your having a complicated free pregnancy you should be free to do as you please. Pregnancy can prevent you from many things so whenever your unsure ask your doctor as they follow your pregnancy and know your history.
Best wishes.
2006-11-19 07:04:16 · answer #6 · answered by mj_missi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had to have a letter from my midwife declaring me fit to fly. I was seven months pregnant and it was a domestic flight. Most airlines won't take you in the later stages for long haul flights cos you might go into labour! But in the early stages they generally don't mind. Just check with the airline before you book cos they all have different rules.
2006-11-19 06:53:14 · answer #7 · answered by katieplatie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not recommended to fly in the last 2-3 months of a pregnancy
2006-11-19 06:52:33 · answer #8 · answered by burning brightly 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
With Doctors permission you can fly right up until about 32 weeks!
2006-11-19 09:05:41 · answer #9 · answered by BLONDESHELL 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all you should consult your doctor, but generally you can fly on a plane up to the end of your 6th month.
2006-11-19 06:53:40 · answer #10 · answered by GiGgLeS 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋