What is United Airlines Pregnant Policy?

Sometimes it sounds stressful when you have to fly during your pregnancy, but it is not the case with the right preparation your journey can be stress-free when you properly understand and follow the airline's policies. Understanding how to manage comfort, safety, and medical requirements is important as every stage of pregnancy comes with its challenges and the airline has some restrictions according to them. In this blog, we will assist you, in how to travel safely during pregnancy. Read the full information given below.

United Airlines Pregnant Policy:

We are all well aware that United Airlines allows you to fly when you are pregnant but under some terms and conditions, all you have to do is follow some steps for your safe and hassle-free journey.

• Passengers don’t have to carry their doctor’s prescription if they are in the third trimester.
• If the passenger is 36 weeks pregnant, the airline may ask to bring a prescription or letter from a doctor mentioning, that it is safe to travel.
• Passenger needs to get the letter or prescription ready within 3 days before their trip starts. This includes the departure and return dates and should show a delivery date that is after the return date.
• And when you are not able to provide the prescription and want to fly during your 36-week pregnancy, the airline might allow you to board the flight.
• The airline just wants to make sure of your good health in pregnancy, if you are in your second trimester and have no complications, you do not have to bring a prescription.
• For both short and long flights, passengers who are not yet 28 weeks pregnant in a normal pregnancy are not required to have any medical certificates on them.
• But to avoid inconvenience, a passenger should always carry at least three copies of the letter.

Select the comfortable seats when flying with United

It is always advised that the pregnant woman choose comfortable seats to avoid facing any difficulties during their journey. So if you are in your second or third trimester here are some tips you can follow to fly comfortably.

• The airline recommends that passengers pick aisle seats as they are easier to access the bathroom.
• Or you can book bulkhead seats or premium cabin seats. Bulkhead seats are behind a wall that divides the cabin, and premium cabin seats are bigger than other seats.
• In the case of turbulence, the seats are usually situated over the wings, giving the best ride and smooth experience.

Some tips for flying during pregnancy

• Selecting the right and comfortable is very important as we mentioned earlier, choosing an aisle or bulkhead seat, gives you extra space to stretch your legs and you can also go to the bathroom easily.
• It is advisable that you travel in your comfortable clothes, as they help you get settled in both hot or warm temperatures, and also let your body be at ease.
• Passengers who are about to be a mothers should consider wearing compression socks to keep their blood flow well when they are not walking. Consulting with a doctor is always preferable.
• In case you are not comfortable sitting, you can walk up and down the aisle.
• Having travel insurance can be very helpful in such critical times.

Read About United Airlines Sick Policy

We never know when things can really go wrong so having a back plan is a smart choice to make, here are some things you can do if your pregnancy is in the end trimester. To avoid the last-minute loss try booking a refundable ticket in case the passenger delivers the baby earlier than expected, you have the choice to cancel it and get your refund or vouchers, which you can use for your future travels.

FAQ’s

• How late can a pregnant woman fly?

  A pregnant woman can generally fly until 36 weeks of pregnancy, after that many airlines do not advise her to travel.

• Can I fly in a plane, when I am 8 months pregnant?

  Yes, if you do not have any complications.

• Is a medical certificate required by United Airlines' pregnancy regulations?

  Although it is usually not necessary, getting a medical certificate is beneficial if your due date is near.