Flying when Pregnant
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Topic: Flying when Pregnant
Posted By: Katep
Subject: Flying when Pregnant
Date Posted: 26 June 2009 at 9:30pm
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My mum is desperately wanting me to come and see her before baby comes. I would be flying from Chch to Napier and about 36 weeks pregnant and returning maybe 5 days later.
Have had a search on Air NZ site but can't find the info. Does anyone know their policy with flying when pregnant? and to add (if it makes a difference) have had no probs in pregnancy and BP is always fine. ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
Mum to the Gorgeous Leah! 7 months |
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Posted By: Bobbie
Date Posted: 26 June 2009 at 9:32pm
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http://www.airnewzealand.co.nz/before-you-fly/travel-support/special-assistance/travelling-when-pregnant.htm - Here you go -------------  
 
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Posted By: Mamma2N
Date Posted: 26 June 2009 at 9:39pm
I flew from Chch to Auckland and back around the 30week mark.. It was fine, but I would strongly suggest you wear some loose footwear! My DH was wearing his jandals and kindly offered them to me as there was no way I was fitting my shoes! 
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Posted By: Katep
Date Posted: 26 June 2009 at 10:09pm
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Oh thanks....DF has however now stated he doesn't want me to go as he is affraid that I will have baby up there. I bet if I don't go then I will be 2 weeks late knowing my luck! ------------- http://lilypie.com">
Mum to the Gorgeous Leah! 7 months |
Posted By: WestiesGirl
Date Posted: 26 June 2009 at 11:47pm
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I flew from Brisbane to London and return at 20 weeks. It was tough going and exhausting being long haul but I didnt have any issues with it at all. Oh except the flight back my legs were swelling like Ive never seen before.
Aside from that, no worries at all  ------------- Our Angel July 08  Gone but not forgotten
And to complete our family, our princess has arrived 
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Posted By: T_Rex
Date Posted: 27 June 2009 at 9:42am
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If your DH is unhappy about it, could you get your mum to fly down to see you? Might be easier on everyone. ------------- http://lilypie.com">  http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: BusyMum2three
Date Posted: 27 June 2009 at 12:35pm
| Yea I was wondering if perhaps it is possible for your Mum to come to you?? Not knowing of course anything about your Mum and her ability to travel! |
Posted By: Katep
Date Posted: 27 June 2009 at 12:40pm
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Oh she would be fine, It would just mean that it wil only be for a short weekend though. If I was to go then I could go for 5 days and that would help pass time. Will think about both options a bit more...but you are both right, it would make sense for her to come to me. Also, if she was to come here, there would be a lack of baby shopping as crap shops, in Napier....there would be much more! ------------- http://lilypie.com">
Mum to the Gorgeous Leah! 7 months |
Posted By: BusyMum2three
Date Posted: 27 June 2009 at 12:55pm
| Will she be coming up once you have had bubs??? |
Posted By: fattykat
Date Posted: 27 June 2009 at 2:15pm
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If you do go up to Napier, try and get the direct flight. I've ended up waiting in Wellington airport due to delays often!
I flew from Napier to Dunedin two weeks ago. I found I wasn't uncomfortable at all but felt really shattered when I arrived (although I was up that day a few hours earlier than I normally am) |
Posted By: Katep
Date Posted: 27 June 2009 at 6:59pm
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Rach, she is coming up for a week, 2 weeks after my due date. She is a lecturer so holidays need to be made in advance. I sent her belly photos yesterday, and I think she is feelinga little left out for not being able to see me when pregnant.
unfortionately it would involve 2 flights each way. Nothing direct for the days I need. ------------- http://lilypie.com">
Mum to the Gorgeous Leah! 7 months |
Posted By: BusyMum2three
Date Posted: 27 June 2009 at 8:41pm
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It would be hard having your Mum so far away! I am lucky Mum is only 5 mins away...
You will work out what the best thing is for you to do... |
Posted By: JessDub
Date Posted: 28 June 2009 at 10:34am
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Do you have flight socks you could wear? That'd help prevent swelling and blood clots. (Advice from my MW when I was pregnant and flew to Oz at 30 weeks) ------------- 
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Posted By: Andriea
Date Posted: 28 June 2009 at 10:47am
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Hi there on air nelson and eagle flights you shouldnt have a problem cause your flights no longer that 4 hours. (Air NZ domestic) Just ask when booking they might want you to have a letter from your midwife. In saying that a Pilot does have the right to refuse once you get there (never happens) which may be considered if it looks as though through flight planning there is going to be severe turbulence etc. But again Ive never actually heard of this happening. (Im a pilot). Personally I flew myself and students up until 32 weeks then was a passenger right up until 39 weeks, it should be ALL GOOD ------------- http://lilypie.com">  
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Posted By: Katep
Date Posted: 28 June 2009 at 11:47am
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You're a pilot and having baby number 6....GO YOU!
I'm seeing my obstetrician on Thursday, so won't decide until then... ------------- http://lilypie.com">
Mum to the Gorgeous Leah! 7 months |
Posted By: bun_in_the_oven
Date Posted: 28 June 2009 at 3:30pm
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you will be absoluety fine to do that flight..
i just flew from London to wellington at 30 weeks.. although it was long - its bareable... a short flight like that will be a breeze !! Most airlines have a cut off at 36 weeks and require a letter from your doc. I would recommend the compression stocking or socks to limit swelling in the ankles and blood clotts |