Hi, Am traveling on a trip to Bali for 10 days! We booked our tickets four months back but I am pregnant by 8 weeks. I just wanted? to make sure is it safe to travel on flight before 12 weeks of pregnancy! because miscarriages happen at the first trimester! Kindly answer me! the traveling dates is on 13th of December?

Dr. Potnuru Srinivaasa SudhakarHomeopath30yrs exp

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Air travel is very safe during pregnancy. There is no radiation risk, the X-ray machines are actually glorified metal detectors and are very safe to walk through (as are the full body scanners) and all cabins are pressurized. The first trimester is a great time to travel, except that morning sickness and fatigue often kick in around 7 to 8 weeks, so be prepared. You may feel great when you book your trip, but terrible by the time you leave. Ask your practitioner for tips to help with nausea, as ask for safe anti-nausea medication to take with you. Below are a few travel tips to pregnant women on the go: 1. Book an Aisle Seat - It's easier access for your hourly walks and trips to the restroom. 2. Prevent Air Sickness - If you are still in the morning sickness phase of pregnancy, air travel may make things worse. Ask your practitioner for an anti-nausea medication to take with you. 3. Wear Pantyhose - Some practitioners recommend that you wear support stockings to increase circulation and prevent a blood clot from developing in your leg. 4. Take a Walk - Avoid being immobilized for long periods of time. 5. Drink Water - You'll feel better by being well hydrated. It also helps prevent those blood clots. Take an empty water bottle with you in carry-on luggage and fill it up after you get through security. 6. Go Gas Free - Don't drink or eat any gas-producing items (carbonated beverages, refried beans, etc.) before or during your flight. 

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