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Flying While Pregnant

Women usually aren’t sure whether they should or should not fly while they are pregnant. It’s important to remember that some pregnant women have no problems with flying while others do. It all depends on a woman and how she deals with her pregnancy. In most cases it is safe to fly during pregnancy.

Doctors don’t recommend flying after the 36th week of pregnancy, and most airline companies have policies concerning flying women beyond the 34th week. So when booking your flight, make sure to ask them about their regulations. You don’t want to find out you’re not allowed to board in the last minute. Some companies also demand a doctor’s note granting that you are safe to fly.

If you are in your second trimester, this would be the best possible time for you to fly while pregnant. The chances of going into premature labor are low, and your morning sickness days will be behind you.

Don’t forget that you should be comfortable during flight. If you can afford it you should book first or business class. You should also make sure that your seat belt is under the abdomen, so it doesn’t cause any problems during the turbulence in the plane. If the flight is longer than 4 hours you should definitely stand up and stretch your legs every once in a while, to prevent swelling of your ankles.

Drink a lot of water so you don’t dehydrate, and be sure to bring some sweets. If any problem occurs, just ask one of the flight attendants to help you. Traveling can be stressful so try to relax, bring an I-pod with the music you enjoy and get comfortable pillows for your lower back. Also, a U-shaped pillow for your neck would be very useful.

If you are not completely sure about this you should consult your doctor before you make a final decision on flying.