Is it safe to fly during the first trimester of pregnancy?

Question

6 weeks, to be exact

Answer 1

Yes.

Answer 2

if you're a bird you probably have no choice.

Answer 3

I found out I was pregnant on a Sunday and had to fly 2.5 hours to Alaska that Thursday. My Dr said it was perfectly fine to fly, to just carry snacks in my carry-on and Unisom to combat nauseau. Talk to your Doctor if you are really concerned, about anything at any time during pregnancy, and they will give you their professional opinion and experience, or just reassure you.  

Answer 4

Yes, go ahead.

Answer 5

yes. I think after the first, you shouldnt

Answer 6

I just got back from a trip and was asking the same questions.  I was at 7 weeks when I left and almost 10 when flying back.  My Dr. said he had no concerns.  I had my first U/S 2 days after getting back and the baby is fine.  

Stretch your legs when you can, walk as much as you can (at least ever two hours) and pee when you feel the need to even though it's an airplane toilet.  Make sure you drink a lot of water and keep yourself very hydrated.

Answer 7

flying is perfectly safe throughout the whole pregnancy, however many of the airlines will not allow you to fly without a note from your physician after about 25 weeks...they dont want to have to deliver that bundle of joy in the air is the reason for that!

But to answer your question, flying is fine.

Answer 8

Yes completely fine its the last trimester when it gets a bit risky =] Have a nice trip

Answer 9

there have been some studies that suggest a connection between miscarriage and flying during the first trimester. These studies, however, have not been conclusive, and they have not been confirmed by further studies. At this point there is not real reason to connect miscarriage with flying during the first trimester.

While it may be safe to fly during the first trimester, the fact of the matter is that you may not necessarily feel too much like flying. Even if you don’t experience morning sickness, for example, you might be particularly prone to motion sickness during the first trimester.

If you are going to fly during the first trimester, or at any other point during pregnancy, there are some guidelines you should follow. If you have a high-risk pregnancy, you should not travel much, whether flying or driving. You should also be aware of airline regulations regarding pregnancy, although most airlines have no policy against a woman flying during the first trimester. You should also wear your seatbelt underneath your belly, strapped across your lap. Be conscious of circulation, and make sure that you are getting up to walk for a few minutes each hour while you are flying. You might even consider using support stockings when you fly during the first trimester, or even later during pregnancy.

Answer 10

yes it is

Answer 11

Its fine to fly its usually 6 to 9 months that you are not suppose to fly.  

Answer 12

You are safe to travel by plane from the beginning of your pregnancy all the way up until the end portion of your last trimester (usually 9th month - 36 weeks) and can manage what ever kind of trip(s) you want to do as long as you and your pregnancy are healthy and the pregnancy is progressing normally. As long as everything is fine, air travel does NOT increase the risk of miscarriage or pre-term labor, and poses no other risks to you or your child.

It is the last four weeks (once you reach the 9th month - 36 weeks) that women are usually prohibited from flying. This is because after 36 weeks, a women can go into labor at any time, and the airplane is not made to handle such situations. For one, there is no guarantee that a doctor will be on board a plane, plus, should any complications arise during the labor and delivery, the plane does not have the medical equipment to handle such situations and it could put the health of the mother and child in danger.

You need to get a check-up from your doctor to make sure that you are in fit enough health, and that the pregnancy is healthy enough to allow for you to fly. Many airlines will require a medical certificate from your doctor dated 24-72 hours before the flight once you reach your third trimester (27 weeks). By the time you reach your eighth month (32 weeks) almost all airlines will require a doctors note.

All airlines make up their own rules and regulations regarding pregnant women. Some do not restrict travel at all, no matter what stage of pregnancy a women is in, and others start to restrict at 7 months, although the majority restrict around 36 weeks.

While traveling I advise you to keep your medical records, and the name and number of your doctor. You should also try to get the name and number of a doctor where you will be staying/visiting in case an emergency comes up.

To keep yourself safe and comfortable on the trip, follow these simple things:

*drink plenty of water

*avoid caffeine

*don't eat food that causes gas for at least one day before you travel (pressure builds up as you ascend through the altitudes and could cause pain)

*walk around as much as she can (up and down the aisles)

*stretch while sitting

*wear loose fitting clothing

*wear slip on shoes (your feet may swell)

*wear maternity support pantyhose or socks

*try to get an aisle seat or a front row seat for more leg room

*eat light foods

*eat small meals or snacks at frequent intervals rather than big heavy meals

*do not eat salt

*Wear your seat belt just under your abdomen (depending on how big you are, you can also ask for a seat belt extender - just be sure that that too goes under your abdomen)

*relax

I traveled internationally (14+ hours each way) this summer at the beginning of my 4th pregany (I'm currently at the end of my first trimester), and I flew last summer while pregnant. I left when I was 13 weeks and returned when I was around 30 weeks. I also did another short (3 hours each way) international trip (left at 32 weeks and returned at 34 weeks). My daughter was born 23 December and is perfectly healthy and happy. I have also traveled internationally at various stages with my first two pregnancies (my children are now 8&6 and are normal, happy, healthy, lovable kids).

I wrote an article about traveling while pregnant. It gives more in-depth information if you'd like to reference it: http://jamiehassen79.angelfire.com/pregn...

If I can be of any more help or assistance, please feel free to contact me.

Answer 13

Yes. Most airports will let a pregnant woman fly until about 34 weeks and with a doctors note until 39 weeks. At six week you are fine, just be sure to inform them that you are pregnant so you won't go through the x-ray thing.

Answer 14

Yes, im in my first trimester and my oby/gyn said it was perfectly fine. i flew a week ago and will be flying back home in two weeks. ask your doc if your not 100% convinced.

Answer 15

Yes, it's safe during the first and the second!  You won't be allowed to during the third though - that's not safe.  It could put you into labor at that far along.  Best wishes!  Happy flying!

Answer 16

yess  dont worry its safe:)

Answer 17

I'm unsure about that, but I have other advice regarding a similar topic:

Don't fly with a newborn infant.

Two weeks after I was born in January, my mother and father took me from Chicago to Florida and the altitude change and climate change caused me to get a serious case of pneumonia and I was stuck in an incubator for a while and now my lungs are underdeveloped.

Just a thought if you fly often...

Answer 18

Yes, but only with the aid of an aircraft.