Flying is not harmful to you or your baby, but it is important to discuss your pregnancy with your midwife or doctor before travelling by plane. The likelihood of going into labour is higher after 37 weeks and some airlines will not let you fly towards the end of pregnancy. Check with the airline directly about this. After week 28 of pregnancy, the airline may ask for a letter from your GP confirming your due date, and that you aren’t at risk of complications. Long-distance travel carries a small risk of blood clots (known as deep vein thrombosis or DVT). Discuss any long-haul travel with your doctor as you may require DVT preventative medication, particularly if you have other risk factors. When in the air, drink plenty of water and move around the cabin regularly. You can buy a pair of compression stockings from a pharmacy, which will help reduce the risk of DVT.
Flying is not harmful to you or your baby, but it is important to discuss your pregnancy with your midwife or doctor before travelling by plane.
The likelihood of going into labour is higher after 37 weeks and some airlines will not let you fly towards the end of pregnancy. Check with the airline directly about this. After week 28 of pregnancy, the airline may ask for a letter from your GP confirming your due date, and that you aren’t at risk of complications.
Long-distance travel carries a small risk of blood clots (known as deep vein thrombosis or DVT). Discuss any long-haul travel with your doctor as you may require DVT preventative medication, particularly if you have other risk factors.
When in the air, drink plenty of water and move around the cabin regularly. You can buy a pair of compression stockings from a pharmacy, which will help reduce the risk of DVT.