The Traveling Momma-To-Be

Having traveled during both my pregnancies for work, I learned a lot about the do's and don’ts of being a traveling Momma-To-Be. First and foremost always consult your prenatal provider before traveling to ensure it is safe. Then pack and travel in style and comfort. A great maternity maxi dress, light denim jacket and sandals are both cute and comfy. Plus dressing in layers helps give the needed flexibility for your ever-changing body temp. If you are headed on a lengthy trip don’t be tempted to find a seat while waiting for you plane, walk around the airport to get your circulation moving before being forced to sit for hours. Next, do stay hydrated. Dehydration is bad enough but a dehydrated Momma-To-Be is dangerous. Go ahead and grab the BIG water while you are picking up your Fit Pregnancy magazine in the airport news store. Then when on the plane ask the flight attendant to give you the whole can of water as opposed to just the small cup. If you prefer your water chilled ask for the cup with ice on the side. Yes drink this in addition to the water you purchased, your body will thank you. OK so you are probably thinking, great then I will have to use that small airplane bathroom. The truth is you will likely use it regardless so no use being thirsty too. This brings up another point, where to sit?  If you can and/or don’t mind sit on the outside seat so you can make your trips to the lavatory, but if you are set on the window just make friends with the people next to you since you will be getting up.  Finally don’t forget some snacks in your purse or grab some with your water, but make sure you have healthy snacks like fruit, nuts, crackers etc that will keep you going and settle your tummy. Safe travels!