Preparing For Your Babymoon: Guidelines And Tips!

One of the main reasons babymoons are popular is because it’s one of the final times that couples are able to go on a trip by themselves (at least for the immediate future)!

Once baby arrives, there are a ton of new factors to consider when going on a vacay with them – will they like the food, is the weather bad for them, flu vaccinations, public and private transport, etc.

You probably won’t be able to experience a romantic trip with just the two of you for a long, long time, at least until baby’s progressed to late toddlerhood or their early teens. So grab this opportunity to reconnect with each other before baby’s around, because things will get a lot more hectic than you think!

 

But First, Go See Your Doctor

It’s extremely important to pay your doctor a visit and get an ‘all clear’ for both you and baby to travel. Let them know where you’re going, how you’re getting there (airplanes, cruises), and what the weather’s like during your trip. They’ll advise you on whether it’s a good idea to go ahead with the trip, and give you pointers on the do’s and don’ts of your trip.

It is also recommended to get a memo from your gynae to state that you are fit to travel. Carry that memo with you everywhere, especially when you’re at the airport! Some airlines might ask you for a doctor’s note if you look ‘too pregnant’ at that point of time. We’ll touch on this in detail below, read on!

The best time for a babymoon would be during your 2nd trimester, after all that business with morning sickness is over with and you’re slightly more energised.

 

Airline and Cruise Policies For Expectant Mums

Here’s something that you might’ve not known about, and it’s extremely important for pregnant mums who are planning to do a babymoon – airlines and cruises are able to turn you down if you’re past a certain week during your pregnancy.

Here are the general policies for expectant mums on airlines:

• If you’re 28 weeks or under, you shouldn’t need a medical certificate, but the airlines recommend getting it to help speed up the processes
• At 29 to 36 weeks for single pregnancies, and 29 to 32 weeks for multiple pregnancies, a medical certificate is required if you wish to fly
• For single pregnancies after 36 weeks and multiple pregnancies after 32 weeks, airlines will usually not accept expectant mums

And here are the general policies for expectant mums on cruises:

• If you’re 24 weeks and under at the point the cruise trip finishes, you’ll need to produce a medical certificate to prove that you’re fit to travel.
• Any expectant mums who are above their 24 week mark will not be allowed on the cruise.

Please do check with your chosen airline or cruise what their specific policies are regarding expectant mums, and plan accordingly!

 

Some General Guidelines For Your Babymoon

• Avoid long travelling times! It’ll be super uncomfortable and tiring for you, and in case of medical emergencies, you might not be able to find a specialist on board.
• Aim for a relaxing trip that doesn’t require a lot of walking of physical activity – the whole point of this babymoon is to help you relax and connect to your partner! Hit up a spa resort, get a massage, and go eat lots of yummy food!
• Keep medical emergencies in mind – check and doublecheck your insurances, get vaccinated and ensure that they’re safe to take, and obtain a medical travel kit for pregnant mums.

 

Travel Tips For Pregnant Moms

• If taking the plane, opt for an aisle seat. This works best for frequent trips to the bathroom.
• Travel light. Even if hubby is tasked to carry the luggage, you don’t want to burden him with all the extra weight which might cause an unpleasant argument. Just saying!
• Drink plenty of fluids to help with the dehydrating effects of dry cabin air.

 

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