Go on vacation when you are pregnant: 5 essential tips

Going on vacation is often one of the most anticipated moments of the year, and that does not change when you are pregnant. However, traveling during pregnancy requires some additional precautions to ensure the safety and well-being of the future mother and her baby. Here are five essential tips to fully enjoy your vacation being pregnant.

1. Consult your doctor before leaving

First of all, it is important to consult your doctor or midwife to discuss your travel projects. They will be able to give you personalized advice based on your state of health. According to the progress of your pregnancy, you may not be able to fly. This is why it is important to get closer to a health professional.

2. Choose an appropriate destination

It is important to choose a destination that does not present any particular health risks for pregnant women. Avoid countries where there are disease epidemics such as zika, malaria or other infections transmitted by mosquitoes. Favor destinations where you can easily access quality medical care if necessary. Promoting cities and regions with good medical infrastructure is ideal.

In addition, find out about weather conditions in order to avoid and anticipate the hot weather.

3. Prepare a specific travel kit

Prepare a special vacation small kit to make your trip as pleasant as possible.

To slide in your Pretty Ayuna x Monjour kit :

• Your medical documents (your pregnancy book and your doctor's contact details).

• Transport drugs (authorized by your doctor) and your treatment if you have one.

• A first aid kit.

• Good snacks for you and your baby and water to stay hydrated all day.

• Comfortable clothes (such as compression stockings for long flights).

• A book so that the trip passes faster. We recommend “The great guide of my serene pregnancy” by Charline GAYAULT to take full advantage of these 9 months of cohabitation.

  

4. Take precautions when traveling

Long journeys can be tiring and sometimes uncomfortable. Here are some tips for making your trip much more pleasant:

• If you travel by plane, prefer a place on the corridor side so you can get up and stretch regularly.

• Wear compression stockings to prevent blood circulation problems.

• Hydrate yourself well and take frequent breaks if you travel by car.

• Avoid carrying heavy loads and do not hesitate to ask for help if necessary.

5. Listen to your body

Finally, it is crucial to listen to your body and not to do too much. The holidays are made to relax, so take the time to rest and relax. Do not plan too intense or exhausting activities. Give yourself frequent moments of rest, especially if you feel fatigue or aches.

Our little advice my day

All year round but especially in summer, it is important to protect yourself from the sun. During pregnancy, the skin is often more sensitive and the risks of pigment stains (such as the pregnancy mask) increases. Use our SPF50 Face Stick or our SPF50+ Solar Spray+, specially adapted to pregnant women but also to the whole family. Apply a dose of solar spray to the different areas of your body that are exposed to the sun and generously apply the solar stick to your face. Repeat the application every two hours, or after swimming or sweating. Do not forget to wear a wide -edged hat and sunglasses for optimal protection.

You just have to take full advantage of your vacation.

The Monjour team