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Are Bumpy Bus Rides Dangerous During 4th Week Of Pregnancy?

I am about 4 weeks pregnant and leave to Guatemala for vacation. I will travel by bus (bumpy bus rides), sleep in backpackers hotels, carry my backpack around, and visit dusty local markets. I wanted to do adventurous things (tubing, caving, snorkeling, horseriding etc), but I guess I d better skip that. Would you have any other advice for me? Are bumpy busrides dangerous? Sleeping at midrange hotels (small chance on bedbugs)? Pressure on my belly from the strap of my backpack? Your guidance will be appreciated.
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Take short, frequent breaks and Drink plenty of fluids.Cut back on activities - avoid weight bearing and stressful activities. Use trolley rather.Avoiding bending much and activities that increase intraabdominal pressure.
Keep up your mild exercise routine.Take a brisk walk after.
Go to bed early. Aim for seven to nine hours of sleep every night. Resting on your left side will maximize blood flow to your baby and ease swelling.You may place pillows between your legs and under your belly for added comfort.
Not much affect of traveling journey in initial days but try to avoid in gradual days.

Hope you find the answer helpful, please do get back for further queries I will be happy to assist you.
Wishing your good health.
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Dr.Vigyan Mishra
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Are Bumpy Bus Rides Dangerous During 4th Week Of Pregnancy?

Take short, frequent breaks and Drink plenty of fluids.Cut back on activities - avoid weight bearing and stressful activities. Use trolley rather.Avoiding bending much and activities that increase intraabdominal pressure. Keep up your mild exercise routine.Take a brisk walk after. Go to bed early. Aim for seven to nine hours of sleep every night. Resting on your left side will maximize blood flow to your baby and ease swelling.You may place pillows between your legs and under your belly for added comfort. Not much affect of traveling journey in initial days but try to avoid in gradual days. Hope you find the answer helpful, please do get back for further queries I will be happy to assist you. Wishing your good health. Regards Dr.Vigyan Mishra