Travelling and pregnancy can be combined. It’s not a bad thing at all if you want to see the world even when you are expecting a baby.

However, more care and attention should be paid to even the smallest details. Plan your trip ahead and arrange everything in a way that will allow you to enjoy a comfortable journey. We wouldn’t suggest you should take a business trip at the moment, but it’s great if the purpose of your trip is to relax.

1. Moving around rather than sitting still

Whether you are pregnant or not, it is not advised to stay motionless for longer than two hours while travelling. Absolutely all travellers should remember how important it is to move around. Do not forget to get up and take a short walk around. Do a few stretches every hour. This tip is essential if you are expecting a baby. Pregnancy is usually accompanied with swelling – extra liquid tends to accumulate in the ankles and feet. This can increase the risk of forming blood clots. If a clot detaches and reaches your lungs, it becomes life-threatening. Another way to prevent blood clots from forming is wearing compression stockings. If you do not suffer from any medical conditions that would make it risky, we suggest you should wear a pair of compression stockings during trips that last for four hours or longer.

2. Driving/riding in cars throughout your pregnancy 

If you are planning on travelling by car, there are a couple of simple steps to follow. First, consult your doctor – you need to be sure that your pregnancy is uncomplicated. Driving a car cannot be risky or dangerous unless you ignore the well-known safety rules that must be followed by absolutely all drivers. While on the road, make sure that you are buckled up. Do not worry – the belt won’t do any harm to the baby. Stay alert and attentive. Drive carefully so that you would not get involved in a car accident. No doubt your air bags should work properly, too.