Horse Riding In Pregnancy

[TwoShortPlanks]

Is it safe to ride a horse when pregnant? 

For clarity, I am not planning on either!

A friend is currently 37 weeks pregnant, and is still riding her horse on a regular basis. Now, I am a big supporter of "her body, her pregnancy, her baby, her choice", so I'm not looking to criticise her. Just would like someone to ease my concerns really.

I can't really talk to her directly about this, as I don't want her to feel I'm attacking her.

 

[jourdain2]

Both my sister and daughter rode until abou 6 months pregnant.  After that they found it rather uncomfortable.

Yes, all riding is dangerous - yes it has health and fitness benefits too.....much like most things. E.g. if you go for walks you can put your foot in a hole and fall.