Question:
Is it safe to go on roller coasters at a theme park when 3 weeks pregnant?
Emily
2010-03-26 10:18:05 UTC
I'm three weeks pregnant, my fiance and I have booked a three night break at Alton Towers for this week end. Is it safe for me to go on the roller coasters? When we booked it we didn't know I was pregnant as my blood tests only came back on Wednesday. I had a miscarriage 6 weeks ago.
Sixteen answers:
Sbcasin
2010-03-26 10:21:46 UTC
No. It usually says on the roller coasters not to ride if pregnant or with heart condition.
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2010-03-26 17:31:32 UTC
"Currently, there are no studies that document a problem with roller coasters while you are pregnant. Similarly, there are no studies documenting that it is safe either."



http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/rollercoasters.html



"Although some pregnant women may ride them without consequences, in later pregnancy there is a risk that the fast stops and starts could lead to placental abruption. No one has formally documented the exact risk of this occurring, but the best course of action is to avoid any risk of placental abruption from a roller coaster by simply not riding the roller coaster while pregnant.



That said, riding a roller coaster in very early pregnancy (such as the early part of the first trimester) is probably not likely to cause a miscarriage. In early pregnancy, the placenta is at much earlier stages of development and is less likely to be affected by jarring movements. So if you are wondering whether riding a roller coaster before you knew you were pregnant may have caused your first trimester miscarriage, it probably didn't. "



http://miscarriage.about.com/od/lifestylefactors/f/rollercoaster.htm



Hope these help you make an informed decision!
Hazel Eyes
2010-03-26 17:19:46 UTC
I wouldnt think so, Im sorry. Especially since you had a miscarriage not that long ago..can you switch your stay to something else? Best of Luck to you
ashleyfoofoo
2010-03-26 17:20:32 UTC
We went to an amusement park when I was in early pregnancy and I was unsure about what to do also. I ended up choosing not to ride anything because I didn't feel like it was worth the risk.
Boogymouse
2010-03-26 17:20:19 UTC
Consult your doctor, but I would wager that it is not safe. Especially if you've had miscarriages in the past, you need to be extra careful.
?
2010-03-26 17:27:24 UTC
No its not safe you could have another miscarriage if you do that..
Forevers Mom 10_03_09
2010-03-26 17:21:55 UTC
in all reality yes u should avoid the rides.... being tht u just had a miscarriage..... u dont want to shake the growing fetus .... to be safe don't do it.



although some say they have JUST PLEASE DON'T!!!
Jackiee♥
2010-03-27 22:48:07 UTC
No, it's not..

there are signs up saying Do Not ride if Pregnant?

xx
?
2010-03-26 17:20:00 UTC
no i dont think its safe, especially since u have just had a miscaridge
?
2010-03-26 17:30:18 UTC
no it is not safe since you have miscarried before. i advice you don,t do it.
lass_havin_fun
2010-03-26 17:20:11 UTC
No No No
bellabonita
2010-03-26 17:21:59 UTC
no it is not safe
anonymous
2010-03-26 17:20:07 UTC
You probably shouldn't, but the choice is yours.
Mrs.Doss
2010-03-26 17:25:51 UTC
I HIGHLY DOUBT IT. MAYBE YOU SHOULD ASK YOUR DOCTOR.
yesss
2010-03-26 17:21:28 UTC
u should put somethink on
anonymous
2010-03-27 15:22:32 UTC
i wouldn't, sorry!


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