Is Traveling Safe During 9 Months Of Pregnancy?

Posted on Mon, 22 Aug 2016

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Mon, 22 Aug 2016 Answered on

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Question : Hello Dr. S Patra,

I have a question regarding travel. I am in Week 32 of pregnancy. Is it safe to travel in 9th Month i.e., around week 37. Please advice.

Thanks and Regards,
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (20 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Safe. You can travel through train or car.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for writing to us.

1) You can travel through train or car with one comfortable seat for short distance during your 9 month pregnancy.

2) You should avoid long journey, uneven surface or road. Need to take adequate rest on left lateral position. Do periodic check up to your doctor.

Hope, it helps for you. Good luck and take care.

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (15 minutes later)

Thanks for your response. I forgot to mention the distance in my question. The distance is around 404 KMs which will take 7 hours to reach the destination. Please advise.

Thanks,
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Long distance journey should be avoided.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for follow up query.

Long journey (404 km) should be avoided as much as possible during 37 weeks pregnancy. It will be worthwhile.

If you get comfortable seat like couch etc and you can change your position with 1hr interval, then it can be advisable.

You should take some emergency medicines in your bag and local hospital contacts if possible. You must consult with your treating doctor before this long journey.

Hope, it will be helpful for your information. Good luck and take care.

Regards,

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj