Should I wear my seat belt?
Yes. Wearing your seat belt properly is the most important thing you can do to keep you and your baby safe.
How should my seat belt fit?
Place the lap belt under the curve of your belly so the belt rests on your hips.
Wear the shoulder belt to the side of your belly and diagonally across the center of your chest and collar bone.
How should I adjust my seat?
Sit back to provide space between your belly and the steering wheel, but be sure you can reach the pedals and steering wheel safely.
Try not to recline the seat more than necessary. Sit in a comfortable upright position.
What should I do about my air bags?
Tilt your steering wheel so the air bag is directed towards your chest, not your belly or your face.
Adjust your seat to keep at least ten inches of space between the air bag and your chest.
Should I get a seat belt adjuster?
No. Pregnancy seat belt adjusters are not recommended.
There are no safety standards for seat belt adjusters and most are not crash-tested.
What should I do if I am in a crash?
Seek immediate medical attention and notify your prenatal care provider, even if you do not feel injured.