Really Nice Vacations

Just because a woman is expecting doesn’t mean she has to stay at home. She only needs to do some good planning before she travels. Traveling is usually considered tolerable up about until the last trimester. If you are worried, check with your gynecologist before you started planning for your trip.

However, here’s some tips if you are traveling by

1. AIR
Get a seat near the bathrooms or along the aisle. Better yet, ask for a free upgrade to first class if it is a deserted flight in an off-peak season. If you can’t get it when you check in at the counter, just smile and ask the stewardess after you boarded the plane. Ask those whom you think might have a little one at ones. They will be more empathetic to your special needs. For goodness sake, don’t sit in the middle of the row. You will feel self conscious and agitated whenever you disrupt your fellow passenger as you got to move out to go bathroom or stretch your legs, every now and then.

If you are boarding a morning flight and is worried about morning sickness, it is best to bring along a nutritious snack or ask if a snack can be served. The first option is better as you don’t know if the food served is something you will want to eat. Expectant mothers are known to be extremely picky about their diets.

Though inconvenience, you may want to opt for a stop-over if the journey is long. You will appreciate the stop over to leave the plane to get some fresh air, grab a decent meal, go to the roomy restroom, and walk a little to stretch your legs. If you prefer not to have a stop-over, pay a little more to confirm a seat in business or first class. That way, you will reached your destination in good shape and high spirit.

2. AUTOMOBILE

Be safe, you don’t want to drive alone especially if your baby already started to kick. You should not be driving when it decides to do some hip-hopping or break-dancing inside.

Stop frequently for breaks. If it’s a long distance drive, you may want to check in a motel to catch a nap.

If you are prone to car sickness, consult your gynecologist and get the doctor to prescribe something for you.

Pack snacks and drinks with you so you don’t need to search for a convenience store when your craving kicks in. Also, due to a change of palate, you may actually frown on the restaurants’ menu. Pack enough to get you through your first major stop or to get you to your destination.

Before you book the plane, check with the airlines if they have any rules on having pregnant women on board. Some airlines discourage traveling if she is in her 3rd trimester.

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