Wearing a seltbelt when pregnant


Car Seat Safety

Wearing a seatbelt is very important, especially now!

Don't listen to tales about being exempt you are not, and you must wear your seatbelt.

By wearing your seat belt you will in fact reduce injury to your unborn baby by 70%. Seat belts save lives, and you have two lives to look after now. It is not always comfortable but it will protect you and other passengers in your vehicle.

If you are not clear on how to wear your seatbelt below is a guide to help you.

  • Wear the diagonal strap between your breasts, moving the strap around the side of your bump.
  • Make sure the lap strap sits comfortably under your bump. If you can feel the strap on your belly button then it is too high. It should go from hip to hip, and as low as possible.

Remember as your bump gets bigger you will have to move your seat, maintain the same approach to your seat belt, but also check mirrors and the height of the wheel. You may also find that as your seat moves your feet won't reach the peddles so well, so beware as reaction times can be affected.

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