Check and verify reliable "due date" to establish gestational age

Check for abnormalities on sonogram

Check immunity to TORCH, Hepatitis, STD’s, Beta strep

Get a TB skin test at the health department

Review immunizations for Tetanus/Diphtheria, polio, Hepatitis B,

Be prepared for obstetrical emergencies-keep a copy of prenatal records, labs-blood type. Check your cell phone for international coverage.

Check insurance coverage for out of state or out of country travel

Comfort items- loose clothing, pillows, snacks, support hose, bottled water, check airline and hotel accommodations

Keep the itinery light – do not schedule too many sight seeing activities. Keep travel to 5-6 hour per day.

Paperwork- passport, visa, immunization records, check airline/cruise regulations for pregnancy restrictions.

Medications- have medications (that were filled in the USA) for antibiotics, tocolytics (terbutaline), pain meds and antiemetics- with you for immediate use. Some recommended over the counter medications are: benadryl, Tylenol® and hydrocortisone cream. If you are on routine medications such as insulin- take extra supplies.

Review pregnancy danger signs- headache, leg pains, leaking fluid, right upper quadrant pain, bleeding, contractions, etc.

Blood clots- be aware that long travel periods in confined seating greatly increase the risk of blood clots in the legs which can become a pulmonary embolus.

Food and water precautions. Many infectious diseases are transmitted by contaminated food or water. Use bottled water. Do not use ice.

Notify us at 404-475-7275 or 770-924-6255 or (877-893-1100 toll free) if you go to the hospital, while you are traveling.

We do not recommend travel after 24 weeks of gestation. The best time to travel is 14-24 weeks. Most airlines allow travel up to 36 weeks but require a letter.