Traveling by train during pregnancy

Many women sometimes have to travel long distances - and the period of pregnancy is no exception. It can be a trip to rest, to relatives, to business trip, etc. And if earlier we chose transport for travel on principles of comfort, or cost, then during pregnancy, first of all the question arises of the security of this or that type of transport for the future baby . Can I ride a car, fly an airplane, or better to choose a train? Traveling by train during pregnancy - how safe is it?

Is it possible to travel by train during pregnancy?

Traveling by train can sometimes be contraindicated and perfectly healthy not for pregnant women - for example, in the presence of seasickness. Pregnant women should also take this type of transport, like a train, with caution - especially if there is a journey to a sufficiently large distance. So, do not think about traveling by train during pregnancy in such situations:

• with increased uterine tone;
• with severe anemia (hemoglobin less than 90 g / l);
• with ICN - iscystic-cervical insufficiency;
• with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus;
• at problems with cardiac activity;
• under reduced pressure, frequent dizziness;
• with significant manifestations of toxicosis;
• if previously there were cases of spontaneous abortions (miscarriages);
• at multiple pregnancy (only after consultation of the doctor);
• with a low location of the placenta;
• with placental presentation.

In the third trimester, it is better not to make any trips at all, in order to avoid the premature onset of labor. It is especially dangerous to go on a long journey after 36 weeks of gestation.

If the process of gestation is normal, the expectant mother feels well, and the doctor has nothing against such trips on the train during pregnancy, then traveling is not prohibited. It is advisable to take along documents such as an "exchange card" (if the woman is already registered with a women's consultation) or a medical report from a doctor.

What's better? Airplane or train in pregnancy

If you choose between a train and an airplane, then the pregnant woman is better to prefer the train. Flight on an airplane is dangerous by sudden pressure drops during landing and take-off. Yes, and shakes on some planes no less.

If a woman becomes ill in a plane, or premature birth begins, then the chances to competently help her much less than if this happens on the train.

Absolutely all airlines do not admit to flights of pregnant women on late terms - starting from 36 weeks.

There are a number of advantages of the train before the airplane during pregnancy:

• In the train you can lie down, and even sleep.
• In the train you can walk along the train, during the stop, go to the platform and breathe air.
• In the train you can eat or drink when you want.
• The train has a clear timetable to which it follows. If the composition is delayed, then, as a rule, it is insignificant. The airplane can be delayed because of bad weather, and sometimes the flight is canceled altogether.

Of course, the aircraft has one undeniable "plus" is the speed of movement. However, sometimes - for example, during pregnancy - it is better to move more slowly, but quieter.

Early train journey by train

The early stages of pregnancy - this is a particularly dangerous period, because most complications (for example, spontaneous abortions and frozen pregnancies) occur precisely in the first trimester.

If you really need to travel somewhere on the train during pregnancy, then first you need to undergo a test and get a doctor's permission for such a trip. It is very, very desirable to do this, especially if there is a long journey ahead.

When going on the train on pregnancy, it is necessary to take into account such characteristic moments:

• In the train, too, sometimes shakes: for example, when joining-uncoupling wagons, when changing locomotive, with emergency braking of the train, etc.
• If the car is full, there is a danger of a lack of fresh air - and in this situation, most pregnant women feel much worse.
• The train can smell bad: it's no secret that pregnancy often causes intolerance to smells.
• In trains sometimes you have to communicate with fellow travelers, guides, which sometimes you absolutely do not want to do.
• Toilets in trains do not always shine with comfort and cleanliness. In addition, sometimes, in order to get to the toilet, you need to wait your turn, or wait until the train leaves the health zone - and this can be a small problem.
• On the train, people with colds and even viral diseases can go (especially in winter). If such a person is with you in the same compartment, then the danger of contracting is reduced to almost 100%.

However, in most situations, the train during pregnancy is still much more comfortable than some other modes of transport. Conclusion one: before planning a trip by train during pregnancy, carefully weigh all the pros and cons, consult a doctor and make the right decision.

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