Can I travel long distance at 35 weeks pregnant?


Can I travel long distance at 35 weeks pregnant? During the third trimester (25 to 40 weeks), many healthcare providers and midwives advise staying within a 300-mile radius of home because of potential problems such as high blood pressure, phlebitis, and false or preterm labor.


Are long car rides bad for pregnancy?

Pregnancy travel by car has some of the same risks and rules as traveling by plane, says Nye. The big problem is blood clots, she says. If you are in a car and driving long distances, get out and walk every few hours, she says.


Can you take a road trip at 8 months pregnant?

There's nothing stopping pregnant people from traveling, but it's always smart to be mindful of where you're going. Avoid extremely bumpy roads, and save the off-roading until after the baby is born. Also don't travel to extremely remote areas where medical care may be difficult to find in case of an emergency.


When should a pregnant woman stop traveling long distance?

Generally, women are not allowed to travel by air after 36 weeks for domestic travel, and after 28 to 35 weeks for international travel.