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There is no airbag protection on a two-wheeled vehicle. Two-wheelers also have a greater risk of injury from road hazards. There is an increased risk of falling for a pregnant lady riding a two-wheeled vehicle. Therefore, you shouldn’t get on a two-wheeler during pregnancy.
Healthy pregnant women can ride two-wheelers. But the roads are generally filled with potholes and other obstacles that make the ride uncomfortable. Traffic, reckless drivers, and unsafe surroundings can cause accidents. Thus, avoid such risks during pregnancy.
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Two-wheelers, as such, are not the culprits. But the crazy traffic on our roads, combined with the sad condition of the roads with multiple potholes, ensures that you are in for a very bumpy ride. The bumpy ride poses a problem even when you are driving in a four-wheeler (or a three-wheeler). But it poses a bigger threat to two-wheelers because:
In fact, your doctor might even suggest staying off the roads completely during your first trimester. So, it is advisable you avoid two-wheelers if you can help it. Whatever means of travel you decide to use, you should first talk to your doctor and ensure she is fine with your plan.
10 precautions to take when you ride on a two-wheeler during pregnancy are:
Although many of these tips may seem difficult to follow, especially if you have to get to work in the morning and hence cannot avoid the morning traffic, you have to find alternatives because it is always better to be more careful than less.
The following are five ways you can avoid a two-wheeler ride during pregnancy:
For more on this topic, read Driving During Pregnancy – Car And Two-Wheeler Safe Driving Tips
Even if you’re in your ninth or tenth month of pregnancy, it’s quite improbable that being in a car that goes over speed bumps or down a bumpy road with potholes can cause labor to begin. It’s perfectly safe for your infant. The amniotic fluid, abdominal muscles, and your pelvis all work together to provide a comfortable environment for your unborn child.
During the third trimester, most women want to quit riding and most obstetricians agree with this decision.
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