Riding a Motorbike While Pregnant, Safe or Not for Fetal Health?

Currently, riding a motorbike has become a common thing, including for women. But what if you’re pregnant, is it safe to still ride a motorbike?

Not a few pregnant women are worried that riding a motorbike can affect the condition of the fetus in the womb. So that you don’t make a mistake, let’s look at the following information!

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Riding a motorbike is a high risk activity

In general, doctors will advise pregnant women to avoid all types of high-risk activities because they can harm the pregnancy.

Including one of them riding a motorbike. The potential for falling and causing injury is too great to take the risk.

Although so far there is not enough evidence that traveling by motorbike can cause physical damage during pregnancy, motorbikes are considered not the ideal vehicle for pregnant women to ride.

Risks of riding a motorbike while pregnant

A pregnant woman will be exposed to two main risks when riding a motorbike, namely heavy traffic and bumpy roads.

Another thing to consider is that two-wheeled vehicles do not have seat belts which help reduce impact in case of an accident or fall. This will certainly be very risky for both the pregnant mother and the fetus in the womb.

The gestational age that is considered safe for riding a motorbike

Reporting from Parents , it’s okay to ride a motorbike during pregnancy, especially in the first and second trimesters. However, you still need to be careful because just one accident can cause trauma to the body and stomach, thereby injuring the fetus.

Although in most cases of accidents pregnant women while riding motorbikes can still have a normal delivery, some experience complications such as the placenta detaching from the uterine wall and the uterus tearing.

During the third trimester, it is not recommended that you ride a motorbike because it is too risky to fall and injure the baby.

A study reported by Baby Center also suggests that women in the third trimester of pregnancy:

1. Not allowed to ride a motorbike
2. Do not travel on a motorbike or scooter as a passenger
3. If you have to travel by motorbike, you must not sit sideways. They should always sit up straight.

What if you have to keep riding a motorbike while pregnant?

It is best to consult a gynecologist first, especially if this is your main form of transportation.

If you are pregnant and have to travel by two-wheeler, consider the following precautions:

1. Always wear a helmet
2. Avoid very bumpy or busy roads
3. Try to limit the amount of time spent on the road each day. If possible, avoid traveling during peak hours
4. Make sure you can maintain your balance, and can turn enough to see in all directions at the intersection
5. Know the hospitals or clinics along the roads you frequently travel. So, if you feel unwell, you know where the nearest care can be found
6. Depending on the weather and time of travel, choose comfortable clothes or jackets
7. Do not drive or ride if you feel dizzy or unwell
8. If possible, do not ride a two-wheeled vehicle in the rain
9. Driving in foggy conditions can also be unsafe
10. Try not to travel at night or late at night

These are some tips that you can try to apply if you have to ride a motorbike while you are pregnant. Stay careful, okay?

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