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What do you consider long distance?

I would say you're probably fine as long as you're getting enough rest. If you're worried about DVTs you can wear compression stockings.

You're likely just fine. The actual cosmic radiation you (and baby) receive from flying depends on flying altitude and solar conditions at the time of flight. It's mostly only a concern for pregnant pilots, flight attendants and frequent travellers (meaning several trips a week). With your travel, the risk is negligible, provided you slow down in the third trimester. You're more likely to suffer from dehydration or other discomforts, so drink lots of water and move around frequently to prevent blood clots from forming. I travelled quite a bit this fall, including a round-trip trans-Atlantic flight and I'm still below the maximum limits (1 millisievert). You can check for yourself online. I think the FAA has a flight radiation counter.

there is such a thing because flight attendants here can't fly as mucch when pregnant. I am 95 percent sure it's 30 hours a month in the air. So it would an extreme amount!

I did a fair amount of flying, with some long flights here and there. I always made sure to drink as much water as possible and get up and walk around once an hour. I also wore compression sleeves to help with swelling.

My husband is a consultant and has many pregnant co-workers. They all flew every single Monday and Thursday for pretty much their entire pregnancies. No concerns from the doctors at all.

ETA: I've taken a few flights since I found out I was pregnant and went through the scanners. I'll continue to do so as well.