“I do not recommend roller coaster rides or any activities that include forceful stop and go motions, as those can harm the baby,” says Salome Masghati, MD, FACOG, an OB/GYN based in Maryland.
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People with high blood pressure and/or heart conditions are warned not to ride roller coasters because of the way they tax the cardiovascular system. The adrenaline rush that roller coasters give you causes a rapid spike in your heart rate and blood pressure.
Most pregnant people can continue their everyday activities and only make minor lifestyle changes. A person typically needs to avoid alcohol, smoking, and certain foods and activities that may potentially harm the developing fetus.
All guests are required to fill out a Public Health Questionnaire prior to arrival or at the pier attesting that they are not more than 23 weeks 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.
If you feel sensations of stomach tightening or hardness that come and go, it could be Braxton Hicks contractions. These practice contractions are very normal and prepare your body for labor. They can be hard to tell apart from real contractions.
Other health conditions can make going on high-speed rides unsafe, including pregnancy, recent surgery, heart problems, high blood pressure and aneurysms, as well as the influence of drugs or alcohol.