Can I travel at 6 months pregnant?

During a healthy pregnancy, occasional air travel is almost always safe. Most airlines allow you to fly domestically until about 36 weeks of pregnancy. Your ob-gyn can provide proof of your due date if you need it. If you are planning an international flight, the cut-off for traveling may be earlier.



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Most airlines allow you to fly domestically until about 36 weeks of pregnancy. Your ob-gyn can provide proof of your due date if you need it. If you are planning an international flight, the cut-off for traveling may be earlier. Check with your airline.

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During a healthy pregnancy, occasional air travel is almost always safe. Most airlines allow you to fly domestically until about 36 weeks of pregnancy. Your ob-gyn can provide proof of your due date if you need it. If you are planning an international flight, the cut-off for traveling may be earlier.

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Malaria is another serious disease carried by mosquitoes. Symptoms include fever, chills, headache, and nausea and vomiting. While you are pregnant, you should not travel to areas where there is risk of malaria, including Africa, Asia, and Central and South America.

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Yes, airport security and scanners are safe for women who are pregnant and they do not use X-rays to produce an image.

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Another reason the aisle seat is superior for pregnant travelers is that it's crucial to get up and walk around. Blood clots are a risk for all air travelers, but that risk increases with pregnant travelers. Walking around can help the blood flow and lessen the chances of a blood clot while flying.

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If you're having a healthy pregnancy with no complications, you can likely travel up until the month before your due date. However, if you're at risk for preterm delivery, your doctor may advise against traveling at all in the third trimester.

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Is it safe to go through airport security scanners during pregnancy? Yes, airport security and scanners are safe for women who are pregnant and they do not use X-rays to produce an image.

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Screening of infants/toddlers/children Infants may be carried in a sling/carrier through the walk-through metal detector. Children will not be separated from their parent/guardian. Parents/guardians who are enrolled in TSA PreCheck® may bring their children with them through a TSA PreCheck® lane.

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