Safety belt in pregnancy. What you should not do

Many pregnant women feel uncomfortable when using the seatbelt in the car so they do not use it, some even think that it can generate injuries to the baby in the event of a collision so that Do not tighten it or place it in the wrong position. These bad habits put the mother and her baby in a danger

Many pregnant women feel uncomfortable when using the seatbelt in the car so they do not use it, some even think that it can generate injuries to the baby in the event of a collision so that Do not tighten it or place it in the wrong position. These bad habits put the mother and her baby in a dangerous situation, since they are more vulnerable in the event of an accident.

Bad habits with the seatbelt in pregnant women

Putting the seat belt on the car is an act that we should do without thinking, even if we make a very short trip. In recent years, much work has been done on road safety, however, there is still work to be done. It is estimated that in Spain traffic accidents can cause the interruption of between 200 and 700 pregnancies each year.

These are some mistakes made by pregnant moms with a seatbelt and that they should not do:

1- Pass the diagonal tape behind the back

2- Sit on the band that goes down the pelvis

3- Use a clamp to keep the belt looser

4- Pass the diagonal band under the arm

5- Lower the diagonal band below the shoulder

6- Fasten the bands so they are looser

Good habits in the pregnant woman with the seatbelt

It is important to know that both belts must be well positioned and with the correct tension level, otherwise the belt will not act as it should in a collision, but how should we put the belt if we are pregnant?

1- The lower band or pelvis should be adjusted as low as possible and fitted to the pelvis. It should not be placed on the belly.

2- The upper or diagonal band should go between the two breasts, over the shoulder and avoiding rubbing the neck.

There are women who, even trying, do not adjust the safety belt, for them, other devices and safety elements have been developed, such as a vest for pregnant women that puts the seat belt in the proper position.

Source and photographs: Fundacion Cidaut - //www.cidaut.es/