Long flight during pregnancy

[LP2010]

I am 16wks pregnant and have a few work trips ahead of me.. some of them 9h or longer.

Does anyone have a similar situation or have been prevented to fly during pregnancy?

[Apple87]

I’m in a similar situation. I’m flying long haul next week at 13/14 weeks. One thing I wasn’t aware of was my travel insurance will only cover me up to 24weeks as I’m expecting twins. I would make sure your dr is happy for you to fly and your travel insurance is ok. Happy flying x

[LP2010 in reply to Apple87]

Thank you! I haven’t seen my doctor since pregnant. Can’t the MW decide that?

Happy flight for you too!

[Apple87 in reply to LP2010]

Midwife should be able to say it’s ok 👍🏻 Hopefully you don’t need to do too many long flights for work. Mine is for a holiday so I’m looking forward to it. X

[roxannacar]

Airlines will normally ask for a letter if more than 28w. They will not allow you to fly at 36w. This is for a single pregnancy. Have a read on the airlines website.

A midwife might be able to.sort out such a letter as it's just about how your pregnancy has been. Worth discussed with her cause if she think you're high risk for clots might need some extra medication/stockings etc.

[LP2010 in reply to roxannacar]

Thank you! I am seeing her this week!

[LucyJJ]

Make sure you consider the DVT issue as well as you’ll be at higher risk. Not from flying but by the looks of it from sitting cross-legged a lot I ended up with DVT, it happens so quickly.

[LP2010 in reply to LucyJJ]

This is very helpful. Thank you.