TRAVEL IN PREGNANCY !! SEA TRAVEL & AIR TRAVEL !! PART-2 !! DR Govind Kahar !!

Generally travel is safe in the 2nd trimester of pregnancy.
There are many means to travel like-
Bike,Car, Bus,Train,cruise and aeroplane.
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A short cruise trip is generally safe in pregnancy but a long trip is not recommended.
Risk-
1. NAUSEA/VOMITING
2. Fall
Air travel can be done in 2 nd trimester preferably.
Long air travel (more than 6 hours) should be avoided.
Precautions -
1. Fit to fly certificate
2. Period of gestation less than 28-32 weeks
3. Wear a seat belt always
4. Choose AISLE SEAT.
5. Adequate hydration
6. Avoid alcohol, tea, coffee
7. Wear leg stockings if you have .
8. Lower extremities ambulatory excercise
9. Use LMWH injection if prescribed by your gynecologist.
So choose your travel very carefully and seek maximum safety to you and your baby.
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