We have a family trip planned and im confused till which month travel is okay. Don't want to take any risk with the baby. Pls share when you stopped travelling.
By God's grace, everything will be fine! Generally, the first trimester and the very last weeks are times we should avoid long travels to keep the baby safe and comfortable. Keep chanting your prayers, stay calm, and take plenty of rest.
Beta, long journeys with lots of jerks are not good, especially on bad roads. If you must go, keep a soft pillow for your back, drink warm water, and avoid eating heavy outside food during the journey.
Honestly, you must consult your gynac before planning any trip. Every pregnancy is different, and if there is any history of bleeding, low-lying placenta or BP issues, they will ask you to avoid it completely. Please do what your doctor says.
Usually, the safest time to travel is between 14 to 28 weeks, which is the second trimester. Avoid long, bumpy road trips or destinations with poor medical facilities. Always carry your medical files and dry snacks with you.
I am currently planning my pregnancy and reading up a lot on this. From what I've heard, traveling during the 1st trimester can be risky because of nausea and miscarriage risks. Is it true that flying is safer than road trips?