Pregnancy and snowmobiling????
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My wife and I went to the big horns riding when she was 22 weeks pregnant. The best snowmobiling trip i ever had. That being said it was also the most scariest trip I've been on. Worrying about my wife and unborn child the whole time. My wife even hit a rock that couldn't be seen and flew over the top of the windshield. Luckily she or the baby were not hurt. My wife also rode her horse leading a parade 4 weeks before she delivered our baby. She takes risks that most women wouldn't, but is very cautious at the same time. As she has always reminded me you can get hurt just as much as driving your car to get groceries or even hurt worse. Always have fun with your spouse snowmobiling unless doctor says NO
luvthetrails
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I like the smell of oil and gas. Very big turn on!!! I rode prego but I was not very far along. No big deal. Take it easy. Get a good nites sleep. Keep her toward the back of the line so the idiots coming around the corner dont hit her. She will be fine.
special_ed
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Warning!!!! WARNING!!!
The Surgeon General has determined that pregnant women that have an excessive amount of exposure to 2-stroke exhaust may cause adverse effects on the unborn child resulting in a life long addiction to high octain racing fuels and oils which may have a TC-W3 rating. Surgeon General suggest that this over exposure may result in the parents to have a lot of money to fund the childs future of Fast cars, trucks, and toys.
The Surgeon General has determined that pregnant women that have an excessive amount of exposure to 2-stroke exhaust may cause adverse effects on the unborn child resulting in a life long addiction to high octain racing fuels and oils which may have a TC-W3 rating. Surgeon General suggest that this over exposure may result in the parents to have a lot of money to fund the childs future of Fast cars, trucks, and toys.
The wife and I found out that we are expecting about 2 weeks ago (due in sep.). I asked the doc about this same thing. He said it was up to us, but if anything happened we would have that on our mind. I shut her down for the year! We are just not willing to take the risk. It will be our first and have been trying for 5 years. Congrats on the news!
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yamahachick
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I agree with Special Ed 100%
hoosierblizzard
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My wife was 5 months along on the annual New Years trip. Told her she could stay home, but had none of it. Didn't tell the Dr. till we got back. He had no problems with it(wanted her to remain active) but said that should be it. He really wouldn't of approved of the Hot Tub!! No problems and she arrived 3 weeks early. The riding could be why she likes to be held upside down, bounced around, and rough housed.
lofsfire
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special_ed
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fatdaddy, do you remember it's birth weight?
I really can't believe what I'm reading here. Kevisip..Did you really write "if you don't want it"???? xcswitch....She flew over the handlebars???? Why would you EVER take such a potentially fatal risk of the fetus just to ride a snowmobile??? Take a season off and enjoy a healthy, LIVE baby next year. Unbelievable............
minnesotagirl
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As I sit here with a 7 month old pregnant belly in front of me there is nothing that would get me to risk my unborn child's life intentionally. I don't care how big of a die hard you think you are, there will always be more snow next year. I had to sit home two weeks ago and watch all the guys load up to head to Togwotee, yes it sucks big time to not have been able to go, but I know my babies health is more important than a snowmobile trip.
Another thing to consider is where this trip is going to be if you do decide to ride. My doctor has told me I can ride if I want to - just to listen to my body (as every pregnant woman should do - nobody knows you better than yourself). When I told her that I prefer to ride in the mountains she put her foot down. Not only is it hard on a flat lander to become acclimated to the higher elevations it is dangerous for the baby to have that lack of oxygen too.
Another thing to consider is where this trip is going to be if you do decide to ride. My doctor has told me I can ride if I want to - just to listen to my body (as every pregnant woman should do - nobody knows you better than yourself). When I told her that I prefer to ride in the mountains she put her foot down. Not only is it hard on a flat lander to become acclimated to the higher elevations it is dangerous for the baby to have that lack of oxygen too.
I am not a doctor- and as others noted- talk to your doc and do what's best for you. That being said, there is no MEDICAL reason (unless you are already high risk) that a snowmobile ride could cause harm to your child. The above post related to mountain riding and lack of oxygen makes sense. But a trail trip to the Northwoods- can't HURT your baby. If you get in an accident, that can hurt the baby. However- unless your wife plans to not get in a car for 9months either- I kind of have a hard time w/ that one. It's a personal decision, I can just tell you what worked for me.
Baby #1 was conceived on a snowmobile trip
But by the time I found out- the season was over. But she spent all summer boating in my belly. Then I found out the day before leaving for a 1500mi Canada trip- that I was expecting again. This was a little scary only b/c it's 100+ miles between towns, and not every town has a hospital. Again, I was just 5 weeks along, so not too worried about baby issues at that point- I hadn't even had a doc appt- but if any other injury occurred, that could be a problem. But things were fine of course. She also spent a summer boating in my belly- and by August I was purposely going out on wavy days and hoping it would induce labor
I think if I was further along w/ either- I may have taken the season off. However, I was in the very early stages and felt fine physically- I didn't have a belly in the way or extra weight to carry around. If I had, I may have made a different choice.
Congrats! Life is about to get very interesting (and exhausting, and messy, but totally worth it). Whatever decision you make will be the right one for YOU. And that's all that matters.
Baby #1 was conceived on a snowmobile trip
But by the time I found out- the season was over. But she spent all summer boating in my belly. Then I found out the day before leaving for a 1500mi Canada trip- that I was expecting again. This was a little scary only b/c it's 100+ miles between towns, and not every town has a hospital. Again, I was just 5 weeks along, so not too worried about baby issues at that point- I hadn't even had a doc appt- but if any other injury occurred, that could be a problem. But things were fine of course. She also spent a summer boating in my belly- and by August I was purposely going out on wavy days and hoping it would induce labor I think if I was further along w/ either- I may have taken the season off. However, I was in the very early stages and felt fine physically- I didn't have a belly in the way or extra weight to carry around. If I had, I may have made a different choice.
Congrats! Life is about to get very interesting (and exhausting, and messy, but totally worth it). Whatever decision you make will be the right one for YOU. And that's all that matters.
I just found out my wife is pregnant, we think it happened when we went to minnesota to pick up our new(to us) sleds. I think this is so funny I found this thread 2 days after we asked the doctor the same question. Nneedless to say, I will be putting her sled away for this year. She is alright with it(not),but we understand SHE will be ready for next year.
Nic, how can you equate getting in a car to go to work, grocery store, etc. with riding a snowmobile for fun?? Your car has a body around it, four tires on the road and (usually) a smooth, safe surface below it. Crazy, unexpected things can happen in any vehicle, but why take any chances with a life for the sake of a ride on a snowmobile? There are posts on this site constantly about deer on the trail, inconsiderate riders crossing the trail thru corners, getting hit from behind, etc. I could go on, but it seems many of you think you are invincible. The old "it won't happen to me, I'm a good/cautious rider". Again, UNBELIEVABLE!
Snowdee- I don't think I said anything that is "UNBELIEVABLE" As I noted- it is a personal choice. Some pregnant women put their life on hold for 9months. I chose not to. I realize a car is safer than a snowmobile- sometimes. But I've never been in a sled accident and I've been in 2 fairly bad car accidents (one driving, one not) and other smaller fender benders. And a drunk or texting driver could cross the center line at any moment (on your way to the grocery store even) and their 5K pound SUV could squish me just as easily. My point is- if you stopped doing everything in life b/c there's a chance something could happen- you'd never leave your house. It's a personal decision for everyone. As noted- unless the lack of oxygenated air is your concern- there is not a MEDICAL reason that you can't snowmobile. I think that was the original question. And I thought I was clear that they should talk to their doctor and do what's right for them. I was just telling my personal story and rationale. I choose not to live in fear of the 'what ifs'. I don't think I'm reckless, others may disagree. It was just my opinion. You're free to disagree with me.