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The safest time to travel for pregnant women is the middle of the pregnancy period, i.e. between 14 to 28 weeks of pregnancy, during this period the pregnant woman gets rid of morning sickness and energy levels return to normal.
Whether it’s a pre-baby vacation or a change of routine, women have plenty of reasons to want to travel during pregnancy.
After about two years of closure due to the epidemic and the beginning of things gradually returning to normal or so it seems, people – including pregnant women – are more eager to travel again, due to the frustration that accompanied their stay in their homes for a long time.
Obstetrician, gynecologist and infertility specialist, Dr. Amodita Ahuja, advises – in a report published by “Healthshots” website.(Health ShotsAl-Hindi – that the safest time to travel for women who are about to give birth is the middle of the pregnancy period, i.e. between 14 to 28 weeks of pregnancy, during this period the pregnant woman gets rid of morning sickness and energy levels return to normal.
Whether the pregnant woman is traveling by air or car, it is very important to know the symptoms to follow, as this will allow her to sound the alarm when necessary and benefit from the appropriate medical support.
Symptoms to watch for while you’re traveling
- Abdominal pain extending to the back and legs.
- Sudden vaginal bleeding.
- Water leakage (placental water).
- Constant and annoying headache.
- Swelling of hands and feet.
- Blurred vision or the appearance of black spots in front of the eyes, this may indicate high blood pressure.
- sudden pain, swelling, or redness in one leg; This could be a sign of a clot in the legs. Sudden thrombosis in the legs is a complication of long travel, when the pregnant woman does not move and sits for a long time. Not every pregnant woman is at risk, but the odds are greater if she is obese, has high blood pressure, diabetes, a multiple pregnancy (twins), or a history of similar strokes.
Required vaccinations before you travel
- A pregnant woman must have had two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, regardless of destination.
- The flu shot should also be taken if the woman is traveling to a destination where the weather could trigger a cold.
- If the yellow fever vaccine is not taken, travel to Southeast Asia and African countries should be avoided.
- Travel to areas prone to malaria, dengue fever, or Zika virus should be avoided, and if you must travel to it, pregnant women should wear full clothes and use an insect spray registered with the US Environmental Protection Agency with eucalyptus oil or para-menthan diol.
Air travel during pregnancy
- You can travel safely by air domestically up to 32 weeks and internationally up to 28 weeks, and these recommendations may vary from one flight to another.
- Normally, low cabin air pressure lowers the oxygen level in the blood, but the body adjusts itself.
- To make travel more comfortable, it is recommended to reserve an aisle seat so that the carrier can get up, walk and stretch more easily.
- Avoid soft drinks because they expand with low pressure and may cause a feeling of discomfort.
- Wear the seat belt at all times under your abdomen and below your thighbone.
- Keep moving your fingers and toes.
- Keep a pillow for back support.
Traveling by car during pregnancy
- Try to take as short a path as possible.
- Avoid winding roads.
- Wear the seat belt at all times under your belly.
- Stop frequently every hour.
- Drink water regularly.
- Stop by clean bathrooms to prevent the possibility of urinary tract infections.
- Wear layers of clothing that can adjust to changing temperatures.
- Eat small, regular meals.
Eating while traveling
During pregnancy, women are more susceptible to diarrhea, so it is important to follow some proper nutrition practices such as:
- Avoid undercooked or raw foods.
- Drink mineral water or boiled water.
- Avoid raw fruits and vegetables or dairy products.
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