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06/02/2015
The advice, which has been issued by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), says the safest time for a woman to fly during pregnancy is before 37 weeks. For women expecting twins, the safest time to fly is before 32 weeks.
The updated information is based on existing guidance and also provides women – and their families – with advice on the possible side effects of flying, when it may be advised not to fly and what to take on board a flight.
If a woman is having a 'straightforward' pregnancy, the guidelines say flying is not harmful for mum or baby. It added that the safest time to fly is before 37 weeks, because after this a woman could go into labour at any time. However for women carrying uncomplicated twins, the safest time to fly is before 32 weeks; as a number of airlines do not allow women to fly earlier than this though, the advice said it is important for women to check with the airline they are traveling with.
For some mums-to-be, they might experience discomfort during a flight, such as swelling of the legs, nasal congestion or pregnancy sickness, while long-haul flights poses an increased risk of developing Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). The leaflet recommends women wear loose clothing and comfortable shoes, take regular walks around the plane, do in-seat exercises every half an hour, cut down on drinks containing alcohol or caffeine and wear graduated elastic compression stockings.
There may be some circumstances when it may be advised not to fly at all, however, the guidance said. Such cases include if a woman has an increased risk of going into labour before their due date, has severe anaemia, sickle cell disease, or if they have a serious condition affecting the heart or lungs.
Philippa Marsden, Chair of the RCOG's Patient Information Committee, said: "This revised information is for pregnant women thinking about travelling by air for both short and long haul.
"To help decide whether or not to fly, women should think about how many weeks pregnant they will be, what facilities are available at their destination and whether it will increase their risk of medical problems.
"It is important to discuss any health issues or pregnancy complications with your midwife or doctor before you fly."
Cath Broderick, Chair of the RCOG Women's Network, added: "Many women seek advice around the safety of flying when pregnant and this patient-friendly guidance offers sensible recommendations, which had direct input from women when developing it.
"There is new advice around what to take on board the flight such as your pregnancy notes, documents confirming your due dates, a European Health Insurance card and any medication you are taking."
(JP/CD)
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New Travel Advice For Mums-To-Be
New guidelines have been issued for women wishing to travel during pregnancy.The advice, which has been issued by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), says the safest time for a woman to fly during pregnancy is before 37 weeks. For women expecting twins, the safest time to fly is before 32 weeks.
The updated information is based on existing guidance and also provides women – and their families – with advice on the possible side effects of flying, when it may be advised not to fly and what to take on board a flight.
If a woman is having a 'straightforward' pregnancy, the guidelines say flying is not harmful for mum or baby. It added that the safest time to fly is before 37 weeks, because after this a woman could go into labour at any time. However for women carrying uncomplicated twins, the safest time to fly is before 32 weeks; as a number of airlines do not allow women to fly earlier than this though, the advice said it is important for women to check with the airline they are traveling with.
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For some mums-to-be, they might experience discomfort during a flight, such as swelling of the legs, nasal congestion or pregnancy sickness, while long-haul flights poses an increased risk of developing Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). The leaflet recommends women wear loose clothing and comfortable shoes, take regular walks around the plane, do in-seat exercises every half an hour, cut down on drinks containing alcohol or caffeine and wear graduated elastic compression stockings.
There may be some circumstances when it may be advised not to fly at all, however, the guidance said. Such cases include if a woman has an increased risk of going into labour before their due date, has severe anaemia, sickle cell disease, or if they have a serious condition affecting the heart or lungs.
Philippa Marsden, Chair of the RCOG's Patient Information Committee, said: "This revised information is for pregnant women thinking about travelling by air for both short and long haul.
"To help decide whether or not to fly, women should think about how many weeks pregnant they will be, what facilities are available at their destination and whether it will increase their risk of medical problems.
"It is important to discuss any health issues or pregnancy complications with your midwife or doctor before you fly."
Cath Broderick, Chair of the RCOG Women's Network, added: "Many women seek advice around the safety of flying when pregnant and this patient-friendly guidance offers sensible recommendations, which had direct input from women when developing it.
"There is new advice around what to take on board the flight such as your pregnancy notes, documents confirming your due dates, a European Health Insurance card and any medication you are taking."
(JP/CD)
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