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You’ll also want to get up and walk around the airplane for a few minutes
every hour.
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Stay hydrated:
Airplanes have a way of dehydrating your body so drink
water throughout the flight. You’ll have to pee more, but getting up to
find the loo will also help your circulation.
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Ask for an upgrade!
Don’t be shy. Many airlines will upgrade pregnant
mamas to business or first class if there’s availability.
Good for you! If you can sneak in one last child-free holiday,
then by all means get yourselves on that flight. My babymoon
coincided with my actual honeymoon; I got married in my
second trimester and was given the green light to travel from my
doctor. My new hubby and I travelled around Italy, Ireland and
Amsterdam for over two weeks and it was amazing. My bump
was just barely showing at that point and my need to vomit every
three hours had dissipated. I took a long cat nap every afternoon
in the hotel and felt energetic enough to explore. Except for the
fact that I couldn’t drink any wine in Italy or any beer in Ireland I
loved every minute of our trip.
If you’re considering booking a trip during your pregnancy, the first
order of business is getting approval from your GP. If you’re having
an uncomplicated pregnancy, you should be fine. The second
trimester is the best time to go away, when your morning sickness
has gone and there’s low risk of going into premature labour and
this is also the time you’re feeling more like yourself ( less cranky
and tired) . If you are going to travel during pregnancy, here are
some important tips to remember:
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Bring a signed document from your doctor stating your due
date and that you’ve been approved for travel. Some airlines
require this.
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Buy compression stockings:
Sitting for long hours on a plane, train
or car is bad for your circulation, especially if you’re pregnant.
I’m hoping to sneak in a babymoon
before the little one arrives.
What precautions should I take if
I’m travelling during pregnancy?
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