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Woman Says No to Flying Overseas at 30 Weeks Pregnant, Sparking Family Conflict

A woman around 29–30 weeks pregnant declines attending her sister's overseas wedding due to long-haul flight risks.
Doctors advised flying can be safe, but the patient worried about being stranded abroad if something went wrong.
Family pressure from her mother and sister escalated as the wedding plans neared.
Her husband ultimately attended the wedding alone to respect her boundary.
The Philippines was identified as the destination, with the eight-and-a-half to nine-hour flight cited as a concern.
Reddit commenters largely supported the woman’s decision and urged respect for her boundary.
The woman emphasized prioritizing baby safety and staying close to healthcare.
The doctor advised that flying is usually safe, but travel risk depends on circumstances.
The post notes the wedding occurred overseas and the family’s reaction included plans to solve the issue.
Ultimately, the family’s expectations clashed with her decision, highlighting a conflict between family plans and medical caution.

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