Safe Travel During Pregnancy: Third Trimester Considerations

Question
Hello, I am 30 years old writing from India. My LMP was on Feb 8th 2009. I'm on my 24th week of pregnancy. I would like to travel to my mothers place for my delivery in the Third Trimester.
I want to know, can I travel by train about 12 hours on my 35th week? Is it safe?

Answer

Dr. Ramirez Portrait Hello,

We do not recommend traveling in the third trimester because of the risk of onset of labor and delivery during the travel.  I would recommend that you travel prior to 35 weeks.  There is otherwise no problem travelling by train.

Sincerely,

Edward J. Ramirez, M.D., FACOG
Executive Medical Director
The Fertility and Gynecology Center
Monterey Bay IVF Program
www.montereybayivf.com

Monterey, California, U.S.A.

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