Travelling can be tiresome at times and most women avoid travelling long distances during pregnancy. The safety of the baby is a constant concern for the expectant mother while she is travelling.
Travelling during pregnancy
It is absolutely safe to travel during pregnancy unless your doctor tells you otherwise. A complicated pregnancy can be risky. But expectant mothers must keep a few things in mind before they plan to travel.
– Pregnancy is safe inside the womb and gravity cannot affect it.
– The hormone progesterone keeps the pregnancy safe inside the uterus and tightens the mouth of the uterus.
– Simple jerks, climbing stairs, travel, driving and exercising cannot cause abortion.
Reasons behind abortions in early pregnancy
– Hormonal deficiency
– Chromosomal abnormality
– Infections
– An embryonic pregnancy
– Direct blow or trauma on the abdomen or accident
– In some cases, cervical incompetence (the mouth of the uterus is weak). This can cause abortion even in the second trimester. If you have any such complications, you might need a cervical stitch and bed rest. Urinary and vaginal infection can also cause bleeding in early pregnancy and lead to abortion, if not treated on time.
Tips to travel safely during pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Before making any travel plans, an expectant mother must consult her doctor who can give her the best advice and tell if she needs any medical precautions. Consult your doctor immediately if you face any difficulty at any time.
Eat a light and healthy meal
Eating light and healthy meal lowers the risk of nausea, vomiting and discomfort.
Prepare a travel kit
You must carry your pregnancy papers, doctor’s prescription, medicines, healthy snacks and other utilities.
Keep yourself hydrated
Carry your water bottle with you or only drink bottled water from outside. Do not forget to hydrate yourself throughout the trip.
Wear comfy clothes
Wear something light and comfy. Choose clothes that you are comfortable sitting in.
Hygiene
Ensure proper hygiene before using public washrooms and toilets. You must carry hand sanitizer and disinfectant sprays while travelling.