| Q |
Should pregnant women wear seatbelts? |
| A |
Yes. Doctors recommend it. In a crash, seatbelts are the best protection for both the mother and the unborn child. |
| Q |
What if the car or truck has air bags? |
| A |
You still need to buckle up. Air bags are made to work with seatbelts, not replace them. Without a seatbelt, a pregnant woman can be thrown into an airbag. The force of the airbag could injure or even kill the mother and her unborn child. |
| Q |
Should pregnant women turn off the air bag? |
| A |
Doctors recommend pregnant women wear seatbelts and leave the air bag switch on; they work together to protect both the mother and the unborn child in a crash. |
| Q |
Should pregnant women adjust the seat? |
| A |
Yes. Pregnant women 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 growa during pregnancy, move the seat back as much as possible. Be sure your are able to reach the pedals. |
| Q |
What's the right way to wear a seatbelt as your tummy gets bigger? |
| A |
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 chect (between your breasts) and away from your neck. |
For more information about child seatbelts, child safety seats, booster seats, inspection.fitting stations in your area, airbags and other highway safety issues, call the DOT Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit thier web site.