Travel during pregnancy is usually acceptable if you are having an uncomplicated pregnancy and are not considered ‘high-risk’. Determining if it’s safe for you and your unborn baby to travel depends on several factors: how far along you are, your destination, how you plan to travel (car, bus, train or airplane), how long you will be away and your general health.

According to the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the safest time for a pregnant woman to travel is during the second trimester when she is usually feeling the best and is in the least amount of danger of experiencing a miscarriage or premature labor. Also, traveling with at least one companion is wise while pregnant.

If you plan to travel by car- no matter the distance- use your seat belt every time. Position the lap portion of the belt snugly under your abdomen and across your upper thighs. The seat belt should not cross your abdomen. Make sure to pull over at least every 2 hours at a rest stop to stretch your legs and move around. You’ll more than likely need to stop and use the restroom by that time anyway.

Traveling by air should be fine if you are in good health and you’re more than 6 weeks away from your due date. But ask your doctor first and make sure to take along a note from your doctor verifying the date that your baby is due. Many airlines don’t allow pregnant women on board if they are more than 35 to 36 weeks along. And if you are expecting twins, triplets or more- air travel may not be advisable.
Metal detectors, which all passengers must pass through before boarding a plane, won’t harm your unborn baby.

Changes in air pressure on a high-altitude flight should present no unusual problems for you or your baby. You and your baby will each have less oxygen in your blood than you would at sea level, but your bodies will adjust and everything should be just fine.
If possible, periodically get up and move around, especially during lengthy flights. Blood can pool in your legs if you sit for extended periods of time, leading to blood clots.

Make sure to drink plenty of fluids before you board and during your flight. The humidity aboard the aircraft is generally low, and extra fluids can help prevent dehydration, which can lead to nausea.
In addition Know important dates and numbers. Memorize or write on a notepad the following information: age of gestation, expected date of delivery, last menstrual period, contact numbers of your obstetrician and of person(s) you want to be immediately informed in cases of emergency.