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Q & A About Pregnancy and Seatbelts
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Should pregnant women wear seat belts? |
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Yes. Providers recommend it. In a crash, seat belts are the best protection for both you and your unborn child. |
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What if the car or truck has air bags? |
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You still need to buckle up. Air bags are made to work with seat belts, not replace them. Without a seat belt, a pregnant woman can be thrown into an air bag. The force of the airbag could injure or even kill the mother and her unborn child. |
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Should you turn off the air bag? |
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Providers recommend that pregnant women wear seat belts and leave the air bag switch on; they work together to protect both the mother and the unborn baby in a crash. |
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Should you adjust the seat? |
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Yes. You should move the front seat as far back as possible. Your breastbone should be at least 10 inches from the steering wheel or dashboard. As your tummy grows during pregnancy, move the seat back to keep as much distance as possible while still allowing a driver to reach the pedals. |
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What's the right way to wear a seat belt as your tummy gets bigger? |
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NEVER place the lap belt above or on your tummy. Never place the shoulder belt behind your back or under your arm. Place the shoulder belt across your chest (between your breasts) and away from your neck. |
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