Hi ladies! DH and I are godparents to our nephew and are trying to plan a trip to Germany for the baptism. We are looking at going in early Nov. or early Dec., when I'd be 18-19wks or 24wks.
Have any of you traveled internationally in 2nd tri? Would you do it again? Were you comfortable?
My OB already said it was fine, but I'd love to hear your thoughts and/or experiences too. Thanks!
Re: 2nd Trimester international travel
We went to Cuba when I was 17 wks with DS. I took the aisle seat (my DH was delighted), drank alot of water before I got on the plane and every change I got I got a refill from the flight attendant, so I was up to pee alot! I went to the restroom at the opposite end of the plane from out seats, so I got to walk more and I would also get up and go when I saw someone else go into the washroom, so I could stand and stretch while I waited for them to finish.
I would also suggest extra travel insurance just in case.
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Definitely go for it! I'm halfway through my two month stay in Colombia (16-24 weeks) and it's been fine even working through the vaccine and anti-malaria requirements. You shouldn't have to worry about the water in Germany, so that's a plus!
If you don't speak German, you could check ou the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travelers (www.iamat.org). Register for free and you can see what English speaking doctors are available in the area(s) you will be traveling to. Though chances are you won't even need this information.
And ditto to everyone's comments about drinking lots of water, stretching your legs, walking the cabin, snacks, aisle seat. It's a long flight so be prepared! Mach's gut und viel Spass!
My only piece of advice is to make sure items are cancelable or you have good trip insurance. We are supposed to be in Hawaii right now and had to cancel two days before leaving due to some unexpected complications. It really sucked, but luckily we were not out more than a few hundred dollars.
Otherwise have fun We are really hoping to reschedule our trip for later on in the pregnancy.
I asked a similar question on the Travel board of the Nest. Below is the link to the responses I got.
They were pretty positive!! Although DH and I have yet to schedule anything, which is another story
https://community.thenest.com/cs/ks/forums/thread/57799641.aspx
BFP: March 22, 2011 M/C: April 8, 2011 @ 7 weeks
BFP: June 29, 2011!!! Crossing my fingers for a sticky baby
LO Born early March 2012 We are so blessed
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