Hi Doctor is it good to travel by flight 8 to 10 hrs during the 5 th to 6 th month of pregnancy or which month is safe to travel. What are the precautions or complications during this travel or what is the option pls suggest
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Hello there ,
As long as there is no obstetric complications like low lying placenta-placenta previa or any other bleeding or any threatened preterm labour pains , it’s safe to travel in second triamester of pregnancy that’s 4th to 6 th month of pregnancy.
During travelling- keep a fitness certificate with you current gestational age , issued by your obstetrician, in case airlines staff asks.
Second- take a small walk around every half hour- 45 minutes. Keep moving legs. Avoid prolonged sitting.
Third - wear elastic stockings , keep seat belt on all the time .
And keep your self hydrated really well . Avoid gas forming food while travelling and before flights .
And lastly, don’t forget your medicines and all documents.
Most airlines allow travelling up to 36 weeks of pregnancy, but still do check with airlines while booking tickets .
Always consult your obstetrician just before travelling .
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