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It's vital to find out about travel during pregnancy when you want to go on honeymoon and you're expecting a baby!

The #1 thing to do is talk to your doctor about your plans and agree what sort of travel will be appropriate and safe for you.

It's usually completely safe to travel for the whole pregnancy term provided there are no complications or concerns.

BUT every woman is different so it is important to consult your doctor before making any travel plans.

General Pregnancy and Travel Factors to Think About

• How many weeks pregnant will you be when you travel?


• Where will you travel to?


• How will you travel during pregnancy?


• Is your pregnancy considered to be 'high/higher-risk'?

There may well be other factors that your doctor will need to consider during your consultation about travel during pregnancy.

How many weeks pregnant will you be when you plan to travel?

According to the American College of Obstretrics and Gynaecology, the safest time for combining pregnancy and travel is during the second trimester (that's 18-24 weeks) because that's when you feel most well and the risk of complications is least.

In the second trimester, any morning sickness should be over and the fatigue of the third trimester should not have set in yet!

Your second trimester is probably the best time to plan travel during pregancy!

Where will you travel to?

The #1 question here is 'Are you planning to holiday at home or abroad?'

Foreign travel is fantastic ... I'm a huge fan, however, you're planning to travel during pregnancy and you need to consider some extra travel risks carefully ...

• Will you need vaccinations to travel to your destination?
• Is your destination a malaria-endemic area?
• What are the health-care standards in the country / countries you will visit?
• Is the water safe to drink and could the food upset your tummy? Dehydration as a result of vomiting and / or diarrhoea is a very real problem for pregnant women.
• Is your destination at an altitude higher than 3,658 meters or 12,000 feet?

How will you travel?

Pregnant Traveller: On Land

Bus, car and train journeys are generally considered to be safe options for pregnant travellers ... but do try to limit journey time to 5-6 hours at the most.

On car journeys keep your seatbelt fastened, airbag switched on and remember to take regular breaks to keep your circulation going.

Trains offer the chance to move around, which is generally safe ... do hold onto seatbacks or rails when walking around.

Trains often have loos which is great when traveling during pregnancy ... but boy can they be small and unhygienic! Have your own supply of wipes to hand! (It's great practice for being a mom!)

Buses and coaches worry me the most with regards to pregnancy and travel! The seats tend to be small, as are the aisles and there are no seatbelts. My recommendation is to remain seated at all times when a bus / coach is moving

Pregnant Traveller: By Air

Air travel during pregnancy is generally considered to be safe until the eighth month. Lots of pregnant brides opt for a honeymoon destination that invloves air travel ... so here are some specific tips about air travel while pregnant.

Pregnant Traveller: On Water

Sea travel is generally safe and a cruise can be a wonderfully relaxing and romatic holiday during pregnancy.

Read my Tips for Cruise Travel During Pregnancy for lots more help and ideas to make your journey safe, comfortable and enjoyable.

And, you'll find all the best cruise destinations for pregnant travellers here.

I'm not a doctor! You need to speak to your medical professional about any travel plans you have ... and if you're aware that your pregnancy is 'high/higher-risk' make that call today!

Here's a great article that will give you more information and advise you on what to include in your pregnancy travel health kit (at the very end of the article!)

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Wherever you go ... whatever you do ... have a wonderful, safe honeymoon.

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