Traveling During Preconception and Pregnancy

Traveling During Pregnancy – How to Make Your Trip Relaxed and Safe

Planning a pregnancy and still want to travel? Or is your little miracle already on the way?
The good news: You don’t have to give up your vacation plans just because you’re expecting.
With a little preparation, you can enjoy your trip with peace of mind – while taking into account the special needs of this exciting time in life.

When is the best time to travel?

Many doctors recommend the second trimester (weeks 13–27) for vacation. Morning sickness often subsides during this stage, and your belly isn’t too big yet. Long journeys or more active excursions are generally easier to manage at this time.

Ideal travel duration and choosing the right destination

Shorter journeys of 3–6 hours tend to be more comfortable, and a calm stay without constant packing is ideal.
When choosing your destination:

• Avoid: Tropical regions with malaria or Zika risk, as well as extreme altitudes.
• Recommended: Easily accessible locations in Europe with good medical care – e.g., South Tyrol, the North Sea, Switzerland, the French coast, or mainland Greece.

Best modes of transportation

• Car: Take a break every two hours, elevate your legs when possible.
• Train: Comfortable with room to move around.
• Plane: Check with your doctor beforehand, wear compression stockings, and drink plenty of water.

Hygiene and health on the go

• Use only safe drinking water (bottled water in uncertain regions).
• Disinfect your hands regularly.
• Avoid raw milk products, raw meat, and raw fish.
• Bring a tailored travel first aid kit including prenatal vitamins.
• Take out travel insurance that covers pregnancy.

Types of vacations that work well now

Highly recommended:

• Wellness or nature retreats
• Gentle activities like yoga, walking, or light hiking
• Quality time together without stress

Best to avoid:

• Adventure trips and extreme sports
• Hot destinations with high strain
• Long-haul flights with major time zone changes
• Countries with limited medical care

Traveling while trying to conceive – what to consider

If you’re in your conception phase, good planning is key:

• Align travel dates with your cycle tracking
• Check vaccinations and nutrition beforehand
• Pack enough fertility supplements for the entire trip
• Avoid Zika-risk areas

A stress-free vacation can even have a positive impact on conception – and help support a healthy pregnancy.

Nutrition while traveling – mindful enjoyment

Vacations are a time for indulgence – but if you’re pregnant or trying to conceive, balanced nutrition is crucial.
Vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids are especially important – for your well-being and your baby’s healthy development.

Tip for traveling:

Fertilovit® F^{or2 plus DHA} is specially designed for the period from preconception to the end of breastfeeding – with 400 µg folic acid, choline, and high-quality DHA (omega-3).
Perfect for trips: only two capsules per day, easy to take along.

Also available in a vegan version – which can be combined with omega-3 from algae oil.