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Expectant Mamas Can Fly High Without Worry

LilSugar — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 04:00:12 PDT

Flying the friendly skies just got a bit less burdensome for expectant women. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has revised its recommendations regarding pregnancy and travel by air, deeming it safe for women who are not considered high-risk. According to the new recommendations:

Since 2001, "a number of observational studies have been published confirming that air travel is generally safe during an uncomplicated pregnancy. These new studies have made our previous recommendations stronger and more detailed . . . When a patient with an uncomplicated pregnancy asks about occasional flying, we should feel comfortable saying, 'It's safe.'"

That's great news for women whose work requires them to travel and for those looking to squeeze in a relaxing babymoon or trip to visit distant friends prior to the lil one's arrival. The new recommendations should also ease the minds of moms-to-be who like to fly themselves, like Angelina Jolie who was piloting her own plane while pregnant with Vivienne and Knox and Gisele Bundchen who recently took up helicopter lessons. How far into your pregnancy did you continue to travel by air?

Baby Bump: Babymoons Are on the Rise

babysugar — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 09:00:20 PST

Pregnancy has become an industry of its own with couture clothes, high end belly rubs and push prizes, but before an expectant mama's stomach gets too stretched, there's one last hurrah - the babymoon.

Just as newlyweds take a trip to kick off married life, expectant parents enjoy a babymoon to cherish each other before infant makes three.

Not everyone can afford a trip around the world, but here are some getaway options for parents-to-be. To see our recommendations,

Escaping Winter's Chill? 10 Sweet and Sexy Suits For Beach-Going Mamas-to-Be

Natasha Dantzig — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 06:45:25 PST

Cute suit! Under the best of circumstances, bathing suit shopping isn't a favorite activity of many women. Every flaw - perceived or otherwise - is magnified under the horrific changing room lights; and that's when you're not pregnant! Expecting mamas face a whole new set of challenges when looking for that perfect babymoon suit, with comfort - physical and emotional - a top priority. Keep reading for ten suits to fit different mamas-to-be swim style: whether it's sweet, sexy, covered, or total bump baring.

Expert Tips For Planning the Perfect Babymoon

Angelica Marden — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:30:06 PDT

Pregnancy is a full industry on its own - complete with some unusual items and many must-have products - but before an expectant mama's stomach gets too stretched, there's one last hurrah: the babymoon. Just as newlyweds take a trip to kick off married life, a growing number of expectant parents now take babymoons to cherish each other before infant makes three. I asked California Barefoot and Pregnant Spa services owner and author of Spa Mama: Pampering for the Mother-to-Be, Stacy Denny, for her insight on planning the perfect pre-baby getaway and pampering session.

Stacy's Northern California spas offer specially designed pre-and post-natal massage and beauty treatments, ranging in price from about $65 to $450. She says the three locations pamper 3,000 expectant moms each year (dads are welcome too, obviously!). If you're not lucky enough to live near one of the luxurious spots, check out Stacy's tips for a blissful babymoon.

Road Trip! Tips For Traveling While Pregnant

LilSugar — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 10:05:24 PDT

Planes, trains, and automobiles! Planning for one last Summer trip or babymoon? There's no reason expectant parents can't have a little fun before D-day, but there are a few things to keep in mind when traveling while pregnant. Keep reading for tips to make journeying while pregnant comfortable and safe. Buckle up and enjoy the ride!

Sugar Shout Out: Beauty Companies Are Helping Japan

PopSugar — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 23:55:00 PDT