Infertility And Pregnancy Loss During The Holidays
The holiday season can be difficult for those struggling with infertility and pregnancy loss. Here are some tips to help you cope.
Plan! If you know the day and time of your trip at least two weeks ahead of time, travel to a local station or log on to a rail website to purchase your ticket. This could save you money or guarantee you a seat on a popular service.
Pack all of your belongings so that you can grab them quickly and take them with you. Make sure you have ready access to any items you might need to put in at the last possible moment.
Make sure you eat a healthy breakfast. Not all trains have food and beverage cars.
If you want to purchase your ticket on the day of your trip, allow ample time to queue at the ticket office. If your train is ready to depart and you don't have your ticket, you're likely to feel a terrible sense of fear!
Arrive on the railway platform early. You may have to seek your railway car if the compartments are not properly separated. It's far easier to do this from a platform than it is to push your way through a full train.
To find out which platform your train will depart from, ask the staff or look at the departure boards. To get to the platform, follow the signs and listen to the PA system for any platform changes. Keep in mind that you may have to go up and downstairs; if this isn't an option for you, look for an elevator.
Board the train! Place your bags in the overhead racks rather than on the seat next to you, as this may prevent another person from sitting. Consider how irritated you'd be if you wanted a seat and someone else was occupying it with their luggage or feet.
Relax. Now that you've taken your seat, you're in a terrific position to forget about everything and be whisked away to your destination. It's a good idea to listen to the announcements so you know how many stops are left until you get off or whether you're getting close to your destination. However, don't be too concerned about your location because your stop will typically be announced. If no announcements are made, ask the conductor when the train is anticipated to arrive.
Remove yourself from the train. If you have a lot of luggage, attempt to gather it all and wait near the train's door when you're ready to exit. If you didn't hear the announcement, ask someone nearby which stop you're approaching so you don't miss your stop! To open the doors, remember to press the buttons beside them. They aren't going to open on their own.
Keep an eye out for seats reserved for disabled passengers. People tend to sit in these seats when a train is overcrowded. It is normal for folks in these seats to offer to get up if a disabled person or a pregnant woman board the train.
Keep an eye out for seats reserved for disabled passengers. People tend to sit in these seats when a train is overcrowded. It is normal for folks in these seats to offer to get up if a disabled person or a pregnant woman board the train.
