Flying causes miscarriage?

[Anonymous]

Has anyone heard this or can refute this? I just got a positive test this weekend from months of IUI treatments. Am supposed to fly on Dec 1 (which would be six weeks). Flew over the summer at around same time and had miscarriage at 9.5 weeks. I did not think it was realer to flying. Now husband is freaking out and worries I should cancel trip. Sibling is winning an award on west coast, so would like to be there to support.

No idea where even to post this to get help. Will talk to my RE tomorrow at beta draw, be he let me fly last time, too.

[Anonymous]

For otherwise healthy people, there is no risk to flying. I flew constantly during the first and second trimesters, and my OB/GYN was completely fine with it.

[Anonymous]

Flying does not cause miscarriage.

[Anonymous]

Studies of flight attendants have shown no link between the two.

[Anonymous]

I fly regularly for work. I have had many miscarriages. I have also had successful pregnancies. There is no correlation whatsoever.

[Anonymous]

OP here - thanks for being kind and answering the question. I am super jumpy and fear the worse. So excited for this pregnancy after 2 plus years of trying and summer miscarriage. Once husband said something, I freaked out and google can be my enemy at times like this. I figured people here might have actual knowledge.

Really appreciate it

[Anonymous]

even if the answer is no, if your DH thinks there's a potential link perhaps you should consider not flying to put him at ease.

[Anonymous]

I hear you on postponing, but my sister will most likely never receive this honor again. If it was a friend trip, totally cancel but the family aspect gives me pause to just cancel.

[Anonymous]

Your husband needs to calm down. If he is this nervous now, it is only going to get worse. At least one of you needs to stay calm and rational.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:even if the answer is no, if your DH thinks there's a potential link perhaps you should consider not flying to put him at ease.

OP, you do what YOU want. Flying does not cause miscarriage

[Anonymous]

Your sister will completely understand. At this point in your life, DH’s concerns should be considered much more on the “family spectrum” than sister’s (potential) disappointment that you weren’t there to celebrate in person. She will be so wrapped up in receiving her award, as well as other friends and family who are visiting, that I’m sure she would understand and, even encourage, your absence. I love my sister beyond belief and I couldn’t imagine her taking such a big risk just to see me win an award. You all can celebrate together after baby is born healthy and well!! *

* btw- I don’t believe that airline travel causes miscarriage but your husband’s concerns (as well as yours) should trump all. He’s been through the same hell as you have been...

[Anonymous]

I flew around 6 weeks and had a mmc at 10 weeks. Baby stopped growing at 6 weeks. It was my first pregnancy and I didn't fly at all in my second pregnancy.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:even if the answer is no, if your DH thinks there's a potential link perhaps you should consider not flying to put him at ease.

OP, you do what YOU want. Flying does not cause miscarriage

This. Do not let him control what you do when you know it's not harmful. Tell him to do some research and leave you alone.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Your sister will completely understand. At this point in your life, DH’s concerns should be considered much more on the “family spectrum” than sister’s (potential) disappointment that you weren’t there to celebrate in person. She will be so wrapped up in receiving her award, as well as other friends and family who are visiting, that I’m sure she would understand and, even encourage, your absence. I love my sister beyond belief and I couldn’t imagine her taking such a big risk just to see me win an award. You all can celebrate together after baby is born healthy and well!! *

* btw- I don’t believe that airline travel causes miscarriage but your husband’s concerns (as well as yours) should trump all. He’s been through the same hell as you have been...

I'm a PP. When OP's DH grows a baby, he can decide when his body will travel. He needs to stop spreading his ignorance around.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Your sister will completely understand. At this point in your life, DH’s concerns should be considered much more on the “family spectrum” than sister’s (potential) disappointment that you weren’t there to celebrate in person. She will be so wrapped up in receiving her award, as well as other friends and family who are visiting, that I’m sure she would understand and, even encourage, your absence. I love my sister beyond belief and I couldn’t imagine her taking such a big risk just to see me win an award. You all can celebrate together after baby is born healthy and well!! *

* btw- I don’t believe that airline travel causes miscarriage but your husband’s concerns (as well as yours) should trump all. He’s been through the same hell as you have been...

Such a big risk?? Except...it's not, at all. It wouldn't even cross my mind to avoid flying while pregnant (until the very end) - the cabin is pressurized! I have flown multiple times throughout all 3 of my pregnancies