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2 Apr 2024

Going on vacation while pregnant: destinations to avoid

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Traveling while pregnant
Going on vacation while pregnant: destinations to avoid
Here are some destinations to avoid during pregnancy:
1. Areas with Zika Virus Transmission 🌍
  • Zika Virus: The Zika virus is primarily transmitted through mosquito bites and can cause severe birth defects if contracted during pregnancy.
  • High-Risk Areas: Some regions, particularly tropical and subtropical areas, have reported cases of Zika virus transmission. These include parts of Central and South America, the Caribbean, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
  • Prevention: It's important to avoid traveling to areas with active Zika virus transmission, especially if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
⚠️ If travel is unavoidable, take precautions to prevent mosquito bites, such as wearing long sleeves and pants, using insect repellent, and staying in accommodations with proper window screens.
2. High Altitude Destinations 🗻
  • Altitude Sickness: High altitude destinations, typically above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters), can pose risks to pregnant women due to lower oxygen levels and the potential for altitude sickness.
  • Effects on Pregnancy: Exposure to high altitudes may increase the risk of complications such as preterm birth, low birth weight, and preeclampsia.
  • Considerations: It's best to avoid traveling to high altitude destinations during pregnancy.
⚠️ If you must go, consult with your healthcare provider before making any plans and be mindful of any symptoms of altitude sickness, such as shortness of breath, dizziness, or rapid heartbeat.
3. Areas with Limited Medical Facilities 🏥
  • Access to Healthcare: When traveling, it's important to consider the availability and quality of healthcare facilities at your destination.
  • Remote or Developing Areas: Some remote or underdeveloped regions may have limited access to medical services, including prenatal care and emergency medical assistance.
  • Safety First: It's advisable to choose destinations with well-established healthcare systems and facilities, particularly if you have any pre-existing medical conditions or concerns about your pregnancy.
4. Activities with High Risk of Injury 🤕
  • Adventure Sports: Engaging in high-risk activities such as skydiving, bungee jumping, or scuba diving poses potential dangers to both you and your baby.
  • Impact and Falls: Activities that involve a risk of impact or falls, such as horseback riding, skiing, or amusement park rides, can increase the likelihood of injury during pregnancy.
  • Exercise Caution: Opt for low-impact activities and exercises that are safe for pregnancy, such as walking, swimming, prenatal yoga, or gentle stretching.
Remember, your health and the health of your baby should be the top priority when planning a vacation during pregnancy. By being aware of potential risks and making informed decisions, you can enjoy a safe and memorable trip!
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Hannah
6 Aug 2023

I’m pregnant!!!🥳🌸🫶🏼 We just found out today while on vacation! This was the perfect way to find out and start our next adventure. . And to think, I was crying last month about to give up on trying. . Never give up ladies💗

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BADAPPLEALIC
Congratulations mama I wish an safe and healthy journey.
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Caroline
Congratulations 🥺🥺🥺
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Kendra
1 Jul 2023

I fell out an attic not knowing I was pregnant. I just turned 7 weeks, and while I was on vacation for my daughter's birthday I happened to have a miscarriage out of town and heading back home. It was the worst devastating thing to ever go through. Please send some prayers my way and thank you!

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Karnisha
❤️❤️ send my prayers to you and so sorry for your loss
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Kacea
24 Dec 2022

That would be awesome to go on vacation sometimes and visit you mothers to see how you guys are doing I'm thinking about doing that when I go on vacation taking a trip to visit some of the mothers and there baby and that I've been talking too and who has been praying for me and my family because me and Kyland really appreciate that

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Iesha
Oh yeah we're all family here
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Kacea
I really appreciate it and love that
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Brittany
2 Oct 2022

Today as I was floating around the lazy river with my cousin on our mini weekend getaway to this water park, I found myself extremely sad. I can't wait for the day to be able to bring my own baby on vacation, holding them while we are in the water teaching them how to swim. Longing for a baby so bad, that I keep disappointing myself when I'm not pregnant yet. Send prayers and baby dust my way please.

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Cra’Deja
Hey Brittany. Praying for you and hubby 😔
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Jada
26 Aug 2022

How to deal with a deadbeat father that got me pregnant but doesn’t won’t to take responsibility of his actions left me alone while he has a 1 year old by someone else .. and went on a vacation had the best time of his life while I’m stress and Carrying his child I’m 11 weeks and haven’t heard from him ? Any advice

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Erika
Dont care . You never heard of moms babies, daddy maybes. Take care of your child, put him on child support and move on. Worrying about him only stressing you and hurting your unborn child. Its not about him anymore its about that child.
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Jada
Thankyou !!! It’s hard because I never did anything to this piece of shit as he disrespected me and verbal abuse me in text messages mentally and emotionally with the stuff he says to me and tried to commit suicide to himself because he’s a selfish ass person and only care about him but yess I have a lawyer and he’s definitely going to court when my child is born also deny my child said it wasn’t his lol
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Laura
13 May 2022

What is something you needed to avoid or stop doing while pregnant that you didn't expect? For example, any food, medication, activities, smells, cleaners, etc.

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Tiffany Toshiro
i didn’t know you can’t have deli meats! (unless you cook it) so no easy deli sandwiches for work lol! also no melatonin if you use it! no heating pads or hot baths/showers! tylenol and tylenol pm will be your best friend for the first couple months
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Laura
that's helpful to know about the melatonin. My husband takes it most nights and sometimes I'll have one. Haven't had it this week because I've been so tired every night.
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Ali
12 Jan 2022

Has anyone went on vacation while 23ish weeks pregnant? Any reservations? We have a trip planned for Mexico but wondering if anyone traveled while pregnant before!?

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liz
Yes I’ve traveled To Colorado and was like a 6-7 hour drive if you do drive it’s best to take little stops and stretch
27 Mar 2024

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