Travel abroad at 37 weeks pregnant

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Hi there,
I’ve just been told that my Opa (Dutch for grandad) has passed away in the night. He was slowly deteriorating and was 92 but it aaa still a surprise.
My dad is going to Holland to organise the funeral and says it needs to happen in five days in Holland.
I will be 37 weeks pregnant in five days and that will be a Saturday so It’s likely the funeral will be once I’m 37 weeks.
My dad is obviously upset and wants me to attend.
What do you guys think?
It’s my first baby and I’m deemed low risk. It would have to be driving over in the car and via ferry.
I’m just anxious about going into labour abroad!
My husband is happy to take me in the car if I want to.
Thank you!

Hello, thanks so much for all the replies! First time I’ve posted and didn’t expect so many people to help!
I’ve spoke to the doc I saw today at growth scan and he advised against. Also I don’t feel confident in going and it’s not worth the risk. I have explained to my dad and my sister is going to go with my mum.
So at least there will be someone there.
Thanks again for your help.

I once had to go to a&e with my child in France and based on that experience alone I definitely wouldn’t put yourself in the position of potentially needing unexpected maternity care abroad.

Plus I was turned away from a ferry at 34 weeks - I had no idea they stopped you going on them at 32 weeks!

Given the medical advice, I think staying at home is the right decision.

I'm sorry you will miss the funeral. When this happened in our family, the UK folk (admittedly there were more than just you and your husband) went to their local church at the time of the service, to think and pray and remember. I dont know if doing something like this would be therapeutic for you?

Maybe you can give the baby a middle name that represents your grandfather as a way of recognising his passing so soon to your child being born. Very sorry for your loss.