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Written by Dipali Mehta   
Wednesday, 16 September 2009 19:53
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  TRAVEL DURING  PREGNANCY 

 

Being Pregnant does not mean you have to stop doing things you did before pregnancy, one of the things being traveling. If you follow a few simple guidelines and consult your doctor before travel and he says it's safe, in most cases you can travel until close to your due date .Also consulting the doctor before a long trip or a trip to a far off place can help as ,the doctor can advice on the safest time ,means of travel and also in cases where you need special care.  The best time to travel is mid-pregnancy (14–28 weeks of pregnancy). By that time many women are past the morning sickness phase of early pregnancy. During late pregnancy, it's often harder to move around or sit for a long time, due to the weight that you have gained after conception. There also is an increased risk of preterm labor (labor that starts before the end of the 37th week of pregnancy). Women also prefer to travel during mid-pregnancy.

Most places are safe to visit during pregnancy. You may need to make special plans, though. If you travel to a higher altitude, you may be short of breath. It will take you a few days to adjust. When choosing how to travel, think about how long the trip will take. The quickest way often is the best. No matter how you travel, take extra steps to ensure your comfort and safety.

 

 

Tips for Pregnancy travel
  • If the seat belt has to be worn, it should  be worn low on the hips and not on the  abdomen to avoid undue pressure.
  • Lastly, dress in layers. Your body temperature is bound to be different than everyone else in the car. So be prepared to add or remove layers to keep your cool. Your belly is designed to provide a cushion around your growing baby. So, the best way to protect your baby in a car is to protect yourself. Always buckle up.
  • While you are en route, try to walk around about every hour. Stretching your legs will lessen the risk of blood clots and make you more comfortable. It also will decrease the amount of swelling in your ankles and feet.
  • A pillow etc. should be carried to use during uncomfortable positions
  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. You may want to wear support or pressure stockings
  • Snacks should be carried on the journey to prevent the feeling of nausea and to maintain the energy levels in the body.
  • Take time to eat. A balanced and healthy diet during your trip will boost your energy and keep you feeling good. Be sure to get plenty of fiber to ease constipation, a common travel (and pregnancy) problem.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to help prevent urinary tract infections. Take a bottle of water or some juice with you
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