Im 5 months and have to travel next week for a family function. The full body scanner at security is giving me tension, dont know if the rays are okay for baccha. Anyone flew while pregnant?
Oh my God, I asked my doctor about this too! They said the full-body scanners are usually okay because they're not X-rays. But honestly, I always asked for a manual pat-down just to be absolutely sure. It gave me less anxiety, you know?
Scanners are probably fine but honestly, avoid unnecessary travel if you can. Flights can be tiring and expensive. Better to save that money for baby's essentials and hospital costs, which are huge! Prioritize where you spend your energy and money.
Beta, main toh jab travel karti thi, toh always asked for the manual check, even if they say scanners are safe. Maa ko bhi thoda sukoon rehta tha. It's better to be safe than sorry, family ke liye.
I had a complicated pregnancy, so I was super careful about everything. For things like airport scanners, it's best to discuss with your own gynac. Different situations might need different precautions. Don't take chances, please.
I flew when I was 6 months pregnant. My gynac said airport body scanners are generally safe, they use millimeter wave technology, not X-rays. But if you're really uncomfortable, you can always ask for a pat-down instead. I did that sometimes for peace of mind.
It's so natural to be extra cautious and wonder about every little thing, especially after everything you've been through. Generally, airport scanners are considered safe as they don't use ionizing radiation like X-rays. But it's always okay to request an alternative screening method for your peace of mind, if it makes you feel safer.
