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Traveling During Pregnancy

Plan Ahead for a Safe, Healthy Trip

Traveling abroad poses important issues for pregnant women. For example, your body may not be accustomed to bacteria and diseases that are prevalent in some foreign countries, making you susceptible to upset stomach, diarrhea, and dehydration. Language problems can also make it difficult to obtain an accurate diagnosis and correct treatment. The following are some additional issues to consider when traveling internationally during pregnancy:
  • Contact the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at (www.cdc.gov or 1-877-394-8747) to receive safety information and vaccination facts related to your travel itinerary.
  • Drink only bottled water. Don’t use ice cubes made from tap water in your drinks and don’t use glasses or cups that have been washed in tap water. Canned juices and soft drinks are acceptable alternatives.
  • Make sure the milk you drink is pasteurized.
  • Avoid fresh fruits and vegetables unless they are cooked or can be peeled.
  • Only eat meat and fish that are well cooked.
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Tanya Jolliffe
Tanya earned a bachelor's degree in dietetics and nutrition and has more than 15 years of nutrition counseling experience. She has worked with clients in such areas as prenatal nutrition, general family nutrition and therapeutic nutrition in end-stage organ disease.

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