Is Train Journey Advisable During The 32nd Week Of Pregnancy?

Posted on Wed, 16 Nov 2011

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Question : Is it safe to do a 36 hours train journey for a 32 week pregnant women (with all scans normal till now.)

Answered by Dr. Meenakshi Titoria Sahu (4 hours later)

Hi,

Thanks for the query.

32 weeks pregnancy means the lady is almost reaching term. Though labour / delivery process may start after 36 completed weeks, it is not uncommon for preterm labour to occur (before 36 weeks).

Hence I do not recommend a very long journey such as 36 hours train journey in a 32 week pregnant women.

Hope I have answered your query. Should you have any additional queries, I will be available to address them.

Regards

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