Tips for travelling while you are pregnant

There are many parents that are worried about travelling during pregnancy. Many a times, they are uncomfortable and exhausted. There are many tips that help in making the journey very comfortable and enjoyable. It is impossible to stay at home completely for nine months. There are various planning strategies that will help in reduction of anxiety.

* Energy should be maximized
One should slow down on routine such as visiting museums, hiking mountains, dining out and shopping sessions. There will be no complete control of business trips over the time. However, all things should not be tackled at once. Reading on the beach, napping and taking a bath can surely help a woman in being energized and rested throughout the trip. Every minute of the day should not be packed with activities. Instead few places should be visited as per the convenience.

If package deals are being booked, one must come back to the hotel.

* Smart eating is essential
A very familiar companion is hunger. If the meals are missed it will lead to fainting and feeling sick. Before travelling during pregnancy, plenty of portable and healthy snacks should be packed. These include roasted namleens, dried fruits and nut, chapattis, sandwiches etc. Bottled water should be consumed. Avoiding dehydration is always of great importance. Extra fluids should be consumed. This will help in the prevention of swollen ankles and feet. Tea, carbonated drinks and coffee are also be responsible for dehydration. There may be a disruption of eating schedule on the road. However, it is important to have some well balanced meals.

These are of great importance for the growth of the baby.

* Frequent breaks should be taken
One may find herself experiencing frequent urination. The public toilets are sometimes very dirty. So, a comfortable and a clean bathroom should be found. The cleanliness of the seat should be ensured. Western style toilets should be used. If the travelling is done by a bus or train, aisle seat should be chosen.

* Advice on vaccinations should be taken
One needs to be extra careful while taking medications while getting pregnant. These mainly include vaccinations. The doctor should be consulted as to which vaccinations are safe. This will help in avoiding all kinds of diseases.

* Safe activities should be chosen
One may consider white water rafting, snowboarding and waterskiing as the favorite sports. However, they should be put on hold during pregnancy.

Thus, these tips should be taken into consideration while travelling during pregnancy.

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