View Full Version : Flying preganant
mand1e
Mar 20, 2007, 06:28 AM
Hello, I've just found out I'm preganant so about 4 weeks. I am due to go to spain at 7 weeks preganant, is it safe for me to travel? No 1 seems to have astraight forward answer
J_9
Mar 20, 2007, 06:31 AM
It should be okay to fly, there really is no reason not to. However, this is not meant to replace your doctor's advice, please ask him/her if they believe it is okay for you to fly.
My sister is a flight attendant and she is 4 months pregnant and she flys on a daily basis around the country.
She just flew from New York to Michigan. So, seeing how she flys daily, I don't think there should be a problem.
ScottGem
Mar 20, 2007, 07:07 AM
Flying preganant? Is that a new airline? :D
Sorry, couldn't resist. But seriously, did you ask your OB/Gyn? Each person is different which is why you get conflicting opinions here. For most women, flying deep into the pregnancy is not a problem. But if you have a history of early miscarraiges that might change matters. Go to your OB/Gyn and have a thorough workup. You should be doing this anyway if you haven't. Let the doctor tell you.
J_9
Mar 20, 2007, 07:12 AM
Yes, Scott is right. Every woman is different, and every pregnancy is different.
As it may be okay for my sister to fly (she has been flying for 6 years as a flight attendant) it may not be okay for you.
Please consult your OB.