Pregnancy is a process in which a woman's health constantly changes. For this reason, it will be safer for the pregnant woman to make some travel
preparations before traveling.
Pregnant women who will travel by plane must be younger than 36 weeks of pregnancy, and pregnant women who will travel by ship must be younger than 28 weeks of pregnancy. During airplane travel, cabin air pressure is adjusted according to the altitude of 1829 m - 2438 m above sea level, and the cabin oxygen level does not harm the baby in a healthy pregnant woman. However, if the pregnant woman has a disease such as heart disease, Mediterranean anemia or sickle cell anemia, the blood oxygen level of these pregnant women may be low, which will affect the baby. Cosmic radiation exposure during air travel does not pose any risk to pregnant women. But it may be a risk for people who travel frequently by plane, such as stewardesses. The risk posed by the rays
given by X-ray devices at airports is very low.
Things to do before travel
Take with you the ultrasound evaluation report made in the early stages of your pregnancy.
Take your
vaccination card with you, showing that you have been vaccinated against diseases such as Hepatitis A and B, measles, chicken pox, whooping cough and mumps.
Evaluate the risks related to the destination. Be sure to research topics such as infectious diseases, malaria, epidemic diseases requiring live virus vaccination, any epidemic diseases that cannot be vaccinated at the destination, sexually transmitted diseases, precautions regarding food and beverages, and medical services at the destination.
Get health insurance that will cover problems related to your pregnancy during the trip. Climbing and water sports planned to be done on holiday
may be risky for pregnant women.
Symptoms that require you to go to the emergency room
Groin or abdominal pain
Bleeding
Gestational sac
Contraction or premature labor pains deep vein thrombosis is indicated rash, pain and swelling. Recommendations
It is important to correctly administer vaccines for diseases in the destination. Take any medications you may need there
with you. If you are going to a region like Africa, be sure to take precautions against malaria. Prepare the documents that will be required for the trip in advance. Check the rules regarding pregnant women of your airline or sea company
. Have a doctor's follow-up sheet regarding your pregnancy with you.
Where will you apply if there is a pregnancy-related problem at the place you go on holiday?
Be sure to discuss these issues with the insurance company. Find out which hospitals you can apply to regarding pregnancy in your destination. Clarify whether emergency services are available.
How will you be comfortable while traveling?
Your clothing should be loose-fitting and choose looser sneakers or slippers. Don't forget to
take a pillow with you. Be sure to take a water bottle. If you can, upgrade your seat
for travel on the plane. If the activities you have planned are too much for you, reduce them a little.
What are the reasons that prevent pregnant women from traveling?
If the placenta, known as the baby's partner, is located low and labor has started, cervical insufficiency
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