How to Travel During Pregnancy


1: Check with your doctor first.

Before embarking on a trip, check with your doctor to make sure traveling is okay. In most cases, travel is acceptable if you’re having an uncomplicated pregnancy.

2: Schedule trips for the second trimester of pregnancy.

This is usually the best time to travel during pregnancy. You’ve probably already experienced the symptoms of morning sickness and will feel most comfortable confined to a plane or car during this time. It’s best to avoid air travel after thirty-six weeks in the event that pre-term labor should occur.

3: Take frequent breaks.

When traveling either by car or by air, it’s important to walk around at least every hour to reduce the risk of blood clots. If traveling by car, stop at rest areas and take a five minute stretch and walk.

4: Locate medical facilities in your designated travel area.

If you’ll be traveling during pregnancy, particularly during your third trimester, it will be important to know how to reach hospitals and clinics in your area that can handle pregnancy related problems or complications. Make a list of hospitals and clinics along with their phone numbers and keep them handy in the event of an emergency.

5: Wear comfortable shoes.

Legs and feet tend to swell when you’re pregnant, particularly in warm climates. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and support hose, if necessary. Try to elevate your legs as much as possible to reduce swelling.

6: Drink lots of water.

When you’re pregnant, it’s important to stay well hydrated. Bring along a thermos of water to drink at regular intervals on your trip. Make sure you have access to a bathroom since pregnancy can increase the need to urinate.

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