What week should you stop driving?
What week should you stop driving? The general answer is you never have to stop driving while pregnant. You can drive throughout your pregnancy as long as you are comfortable, can reach everything you need to in your car, and can comfortably and safely maneuver the car.
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.
Are long car rides OK when pregnant?
Whether traveling by plane or car, pregnant women are apt to be sitting for long periods. For a four- or five-hour drive I would advise pregnant women to get out of the car every hour and a half and walk for one minute, Pupkin says.
When should I stop traveling by car during pregnancy?
Complications such as hypertension, preterm labor, and premature rupture of membranes often come without warning and can occur quickly requiring medical attention. If you are 36 weeks or further we do not recommend any travel farther than two hours from home by car. Air travel after 36 weeks is not recommended.