Is it safe to fly during first trimester?

[janedoe25]

I have a holiday booked to egypt in 3 wks time, i will be 8 weeks pregnant. Is it safe for me to fly?

Yes, it is. Have a lovely holiday

I'm only 5 weeks and will be 6-8 weeks when I fly to and from Greece - I spoke to the doctor yesterday and she said no problem at all, just to stay aware of the normal healthy flight stuff, stay hydrated, don't overeat, don't drink alcohol (natch!), etc. Check with your airline as some like to be informed and some are not bothered. Also don't forget to tell your travel insurance company.

D

Yep, unless you've had any problems (e.g. bleeding) or a history of miscarriage.

Be very careful about food poisoning and heatstroke though - either are easier to get when pregnant and could cause a miscarriage. Also check your travel insurance will cover you in any eventuality.

The other issue is the risk of DVT - ask your GP for info (mine printed a load out for me). If you're overweight and the flight is more than 4 hours, you may need heparin injections to fly.

I did 2 or 3 long haul flights in my first trimester. I would recommend taking lots of snacks in your hand luggage in case you need to nibble on something between what they give you on the plane.

I also had a bit of a result at check in - I asked if there were any seats with extra leg room and told them I was preg and, since the flight wasn't full, they blocked out a row of 4 seats for me and DH so I could stretch out.
I wasn't even showing then so could have been lying for all they knew!

I also avoided the airport scanners (although many studies say there is no risk) just to be on the safe side. All the airport staff were used to pregnant women walking round the side, and they just check you with the handheld thingy.