Horse riding when pregnant?

Question

I have been riding weekly up to now (I'm 12 weeks) but now worried that I shouldn't continue. I know that obviously falling off poses a risk, but does anyone know if the actual  movement of riding can cause the baby any harm? I have quite a strong horse and use my core quite a lot, and worried it might cause problems? I know some people will think "well don't do it of your worried" but it's good exercise and I am just asking if other people ride when pregnant and what their thoughts are...

Answer

If I still had a horse, I would. I’ve had friends that rode into the third trimester; some were hunter-jumpers, others did flatwork. I’d still talk with your doctor, and I wouldn’t do risky stuff (depends on your horse for what that is; mine hated things that might eat him, like fake flowers).

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I am still riding occasionally. Just short and flat trail rides walking only. I am riding with somebody and switched from my more hyper and face paced horse (barrel racer) to my slower guy I use for lessons. (I’m 21 weeks tomorrow.)

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I wouldn’t. My friend rode and she fell and lost her twins.
Riders obviously don’t get on thinking something can happen they “trust”
Their horse and themselves but truth is something always can happen and I just wouldn’t risk it

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My midwife advised against it, in case I were to fall. I personally wouldn’t risk it

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I think my doctor will just advise against it to be on the safe side. that's why I wanted to ask on here as well

Answer

Talk to your doctor

Horse riding when pregnant?

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