How many had to fly while pregnant and how many times?

mitsymouse · October 2015

I'm a little concerned even though I've read it's okay.

sillyfox · October 2015

I did this quite a bit last pregnancy, mostly business trips. The only time it was difficult for me had nothing to do with flying - but the terminal didn't have elevators and I was about 7 months along and had a very heavy suitcase that I had to lug up and down the stairs. Down was ok, but it was a one day trip (suitcase had FRCs, steel toed boots, hard hat, laptop, etc) and after a very long day going up those stairs almost killed me. I ended up writing a nasty letter to the airline/airport about the whole first floor being handicapped parking and what about those who are not fully handicapped but are not necessarily capable of lugging stuff up the stairs, etc.

Honestly, flying was more of a pain after baby when I was pumping. I had to pump in a public restroom (GROSS) and having to declare it and let them swipe test strips on the outside of all the bottles a few times. It was a huge pain.

Either way, the actual flying part was totally fine. I'm flying to Cancun in December and I'm only worried about the food/drinks in Mexico and finding a swimsuit. No concerns about the flying part here.

Good luck!

mhc13 · October 2015

It's perfectly safe. Closer to your due date you'll need a waiver from your dr. I just ask for the pat down instead of going through the scanners.

vinerie · October 2015

I'm flying across the country in November, and then even further (to Hawaii!!!!) in December. I'll fly again across the country in February, and then about 3 hours north in March. I'm not worried; all the research says it's fine. The bigger issue is what PP have said with the hassle that comes with it, especially when you're further along.

paulmanda · October 2015

I've already flown just this month. The OBGYN said there was no issue at all with body scanners or flying. I've also asked about flying in Dec and the doctor said it was fine. I hope all goes well for you.

lionstigersbears · October 2015

There's no risk to baby beyond typical risks associated with travel to everyone, if you're still concerned ask your doctor

swflJD · October 2015

I flew home about 3 weeks ago for my sister's baby shower. I was nervous about the body scanners, but I checked the TSA website and talked to my doctor who said it was safe. You can always choose the pat down if it makes you feel better. I will be flying across the country in mid-March for my best friend's wedding. I will be exactly 7 months at that point, and my doctor said that is the latest date she would recommend traveling out of state. The thought of flying that far when I'm that far along scares me, but not enough to miss my best friend's big day! From what I understand, at this early stage, air travel should be perfectly safe for anyone with a normal/low-risk pregnancy.

pbandjyummies · October 2015

I'm 9W3D so far and I have flown every week Monday-Thursday (for work) prior to getting pregnant and throughout the entire pregnancy so far. No issues... no harm to baby.

dshannah · October 2015

pbandjyummies said:

I'm 9W3D so far and I have flown every week Monday-Thursday (for work) prior to getting pregnant and throughout the entire pregnancy so far. No issues... no harm to baby.

Your job sounds awesome!

hellogoodbye2 · October 2015

I've already flown this pregnancy and I flew twice with my daughter. Easy peasy.

Obviously you can't fly after 35ish weeks and you might feel more sick on an airplane in the early weeks, but other than that you're good :-)

wsgjmw1 · October 2015

I flew at like 4 weeks pregnant, I barely had just got a positive test. I asked the security people if it was ok to go through the machine, and they said yes.

I am flying across the country next week. I am kinda nervous as I am 12 weeks now, but I am sure it will be fine! Just going to get up and walk to use restroom a few times to get the blood flowing.

bgoodwin4 · October 2015

I'm 9 weeks and have flown 5 times in the past month. No worries about flying - only germs and sick passengers. I asked for a pat down just because I'm paranoid. Wash your hands a lot, change your clothes when you get home and if you're flying for an extended time, get up and walk around (avoid blood clots in your legs).

finnybooboo · October 2015

I'm actually sitting in an airport now waiting on my red eye flight back east. UGH. Traveling is exhausting as it is but even more so when pregnant. I may or may not make another trip to the west coast later in the pregnancy but may not because of the winter.