Pregnancy is a very delicate time in a woman’s life and some of the things that she enjoys doing, smelling and eating may become temporary off limits. Therefore, to protect herself and the baby she will take some precautions. Some precautions that she may take are:
Flying by Air
Pregnant women can fly on an airplane during her first and second trimesters. However, it is not recommended that they do during the third trimester and some airlines will not allow them to fly with their aircraft during this time.
If it is a necessary trip, a letter from the doctor stating that it is safe for her to travel may grant entrance to the airplane. Under such circumstances, she must remember to walk as often as she can on the plane to keep the circulation moving.
Seatbelts
Seatbelts should not be disregarded as the baby grows, however, a belt that goes only across the shoulder should be avoided and one that goes across the shoulder and the lap, at the same time, is recommended.
Airbags
There is no law governing the use of an expectant mother driving or sitting as a passenger of a vehicle with air bags. Nevertheless, if it is possible, it may be wise to travel in the back than in the front.
Hot Baths
Without a doubt, warm baths and showers should be taken, but avoid taking really hot baths. Hot baths can lower the blood pressure and cause the woman to become light-headed and thereby affecting the baby. However, presently, no medical results show the impact of hot baths on the unborn child.
By: Angela Linton
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