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Most airlines won't accept women after 34 weeks of pregnancy, but check with the individual companies.

Mums-to-be are at increased risk of a deep vein thrombosis (DVT), so if it's a long flight you need to get up and walk around every few hours. Ask for an aisle seat, if possible, so you can move your legs. Drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration, and wear slipper socks, as your feet will probably swell. It would be unwise to fly in a small, unpressurised aeroplane, as the oxygen supply to you and your baby can be significantly diminished.

Midwives advise women with certain conditions not to fly during pregnancy, such as those with a history of high blood pressure or premature labour, so check beforehand.
Anne Richley, midwife.

By Anne Richley, midwife

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