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Here are some tips to ensure a safe
and comfortable trip.
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Check with your doctor
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The most important thing is to check with your
doctor or gynaecologist before traveling. If your doctor says
it is ok for you to travel, make sure you follow their advice and
suggestions
for traveling during pregnancy.
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If you're traveling outside of the country,
check to see if there are immunizations you need and whether or
not you may receive such immunizations safely during pregnancy.
If possible, avoid traveling in malarial zones as pregnant women
are more liable to catch the disease.
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| Check your insurance |
Check your insurance to ensure it's valid
for pregnancy and make sure that you’ll be covered for all
eventualities, as most policies don't automatically cover pregnancy
related conditions. Also check for any restrictions that may apply
when you travel to foreign countries.
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| Be prepared |
Bring a copy of your pregnancy records along.
It is also a good idea to do some research on the medical facilities
in your vacation destination in case of emergency.
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If you plan to fly during your vacation, then
you may want to check the airline's policy before you book your
flight as many airlines have restrictions for traveling while pregnant.
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| Take frequent breaks |
Pregnancy makes you susceptible to leg cramps
and swelling. Hence, it is important to get up, stretch and move
around as much as possible to help prevent soreness and stiffness.
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| Dress appropriately |
Be sure to dress appropriately and wear layers
so you can cool down or warm up as you need to during the trip.
Wear comfortable
shoes and socks and elevate your feet whenever possible, as your
feet and legs are likely to swell during pregnancy.
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| Take snacks |
Make sure you bring health snacks to enjoy
at any time you want. Snacking on long trips can help to ensure
that you are well nourished. This can help ease common discomforts
of pregnancy.
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| Keep hydrated |
It is easy to get dehydrated while traveling,
thus it is important that you maintain your hydration levels.
Carry bottled water with you wherever you go
and
do
not drink untreated water, including ice cubes in drinks.
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