2007-09-08 03:53:28 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
The biggest fear is that she will go into labor, you cannot fly without drs approval and most docs won't approve at that late of date.
2007-09-08 03:55:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The act of flying itself is not dangerous. However, the problem is that if something does happens to go wrong while the pregnant woman is in the air, there are so many minor problems that can turn into major problems if the proper medical attention is not given within the proper time frame.
It is recommend that a pregnant woman get approval from her doctor. This approval is based on the reason for flying, the distance of the trip, the time it will take her to get to her destination, the health of the mother to be, and the type of stress she will be under.
All this is done to protect everyone involved, the mother, the unborn child, the doctor and the airline they are flying.
Be wise!
2007-09-08 04:04:53 · answer #2 · answered by Queen-T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, flying in your third trimester is safe, depending on whether you have hypertension, nausea, diabetes, sickle cell disease or other complications that could complicate things. They report that other than possible circulation issues many pregnant women develop late in the pregnancy that could be aggravated by long flights, flying should be pleasant and safe.
It is recommended that you check with your OB/Gyn for your own personal considerations, make sure your insurance covers out-of-town deliveries and to arrange a Ob/gyn contact at your destination just in case. Wear loose clothing, consider moving about a lot if the flight is long, and drink plenty of fluids.
Check with the airline you are flying on to see if they require a medical waiver from your doctor in order to allow you to board. Each airline has different regulations so check in advance to save yourself the headache.
Have a great trip.
2007-09-08 04:05:52 · answer #3 · answered by whereRyou? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not dangerous, but the airlines often don't allow it because they don't want you to go into labor on board or have some sort of fetal emergency. Most won't let you go without a doctor's note at the very least.
Another issue is your insurance - I know at a certain point along the pregnancy, mine would not cover a delivery out of their network of hospitals (I had to miss my grandparents 50th anniversary party because of this - I was 38 weeks along and if I'd gone into labor out of state, my delivery wouldn't have been covered since it would have been considered routine, not premature). All insurances are different, but it's definitely something to consider if making travel plans.
2007-09-08 04:00:48 · answer #4 · answered by Heather W 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The standard recommendation is that a pregnant woman should not fly in her third trimester, which is the last 3 months of pregnancy. I would especially discourage you if it would be a flight longer than 2 hours.
2007-09-08 03:59:12 · answer #5 · answered by bizou_bear 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, there is no health risk. thats just old wives tales.
but some airlines won't let you fly after 38 weeks because you could go into labor mid-flight. if that is the case you have to get a note from your doctor stating that you are 32 weeks pregnant.
Also, it would be wise to find a doctor in the city you will be traveling to since you are so close to your due date.
2007-09-08 04:01:23 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi -
It all depends. Is this her first child? Have there been any kind of complications during the pregnancy?
I flew when I was 7 months and everything was ok However, I spoke with my doctor first. I only did because I had no choice.
Being this close to delivery I would say why risk it?
Please speak with your doctor, this decision is one you should make with your doctors approval.
T.
2007-09-08 04:03:19 · answer #7 · answered by Terry D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i could ask the scientific expert. i used to be on a plane at 28 weeks even with the shown fact that it was once a short holiday. verify you're taking your scientific tips. with you. I additionally offered risky Braxton Hicks after the flight - could additionally be the strain. So verify you drink quite some fluids and guard your ft up.
2016-10-18 07:57:31 · answer #8 · answered by jeremie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can be dangerous if she is going in a early labor but if she will not go in a early labor it is find but she first have to talk to her doctor.
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2007-09-08 04:00:09 · answer #9 · answered by unknowndcp 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You shouuld call the airline first thing to ask if they will let you fly. They may need a note from your doctor saying it will be okay.
2007-09-08 03:57:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋