Pregnancy is very crucial stage and needs extra care to avoid any bad effects on yet to be born child. Care is to be taken in all sections from diet to drink and travel as well. Travel is an extremely arguable subject in circles as there are more don’t than do’s. There are all have the same opinion that during this period of pregnancy to move around is fit for health but as for travel over long distances is quarrel rages.
Normally it depends on the mode of the travel that it is safe for mother and to be born child. There is Air travel which is great option as it is less nerve-racking and can cover the big distances in the direct in possible time. Usually air travel is considered to be best but there are some tips and also very essential which are require to be used.
During the second trimester, air travel is usually termed to be safe, as there are less chances of miscarriage or labor. It is essential to avoid travelling after 36 weeks as there is a risk of preterm delivery. It is also very essential to read the airline policies and other rules and regulations.
Usually all airlines permit air travel till the eight month but in case of the ninth month you require written permission from your doctor. Special permission may be needed in the case of mothers who are facing situations like placental insufficiency, clotting disorders, anaemia and sickle cell disease.
It is also very essential to select the seat very carefully. A passageway seat should be comfortable as there may be regular trips to the washroom.
Ensure that you support the backs if the seats to make sure your safe passage. An aisle seat is very comfortable as this seat will give you with access to the little walk that you take it relieve the boredom of being seated. You can also stretch your ankles and flex them as it helps you in improving the blood circulation.
It is also very important to consume plenty of fluids in the planes, to avoid the threat of being hydrated.
It is also vital to wear lose and comfortable clothes, as they will make you less restrained. It is also suggested that always tie your seat belt under your belly and across your thighs to ease pressure on your belly.