Healthy Homecoming Tips for Pregnant Women
The moment of going home or returning home has become a habit carried out by Indonesian people before the holidays. Because the unstoppable feeling of homesickness makes this holiday a perfect time to reunite with relatives. Then, what about pregnant women? Are pregnant women allowed to travel long distances?
Well, Friend Hermina, so as long as there are no complications or problems with the pregnancy, doctors will usually allow young pregnant women to travel home. Pregnant women are actually allowed to travel long distances or go home for Eid as long as there is nothing that could endanger the condition of the pregnant woman. With this, pregnant women can be considered safe if they travel long distances, but it is recommended during the second trimester of pregnancy, from 14 to 28 weeks. In fact, if the pregnancy is healthy and has no complications, feels strong, and the obstetrician allows it, pregnant women can go home at any gestational age, but provided they have prepared themselves well.
The following are tips for a healthy homecoming for pregnant women who are planning a trip to their hometown, including :
- Pay attention to gestational age
- Consult with an obstetrician/obgyn specialist before traveling
- Bring food/snacks and drinks
- Do stretching in the rest area at least every four hours
- Consume vitamins and maintain nutritional intake
- Wear comfortable clothes when traveling
- Bring pregnancy medical records for emergency documents if you need a consultation outside the city
- Don't hold in urinating, because lack of fluids can trigger contractions in the uterus
- Wear your seat belt correctly
- Choose safe and comfortable transportation for travel
By paying attention to the tips that have been explained, it is hoped that pregnant women will be able to travel home with comfort and enjoyable moments. Apart from that, paying attention to the conditions during pregnancy of pregnant women is very important to ensure that the homecoming vehicle is in prime condition so that the safety of passengers is maintained.
If Friends of Hermina have complaints related to the pregnancy and want to consult directly with an Ob-Gynecologist/Gynecologist at RSU Hermina Solo.