Driving During Pregnancy

It is usually safe to drive throughout pregnancy, but it may become uncomfortable for you to get in and out of the car as pregnancy progresses. However, your increasing size shouldn't interfere with your ability to drive. Many women are confused about whether they should wear seat belts and shoulder harnesses during pregnancy. These safety restraints are just as necessary during pregnancy as they are when you're not pregnant]

For your protection, and the protection of your developing baby, always wear your safety belt when driving or riding in a car! There is no evidence that use of safety restraints increases the chance of fetal or uterine injury. You have a better chance of survival in an accident wearing a seat belt than not wearing one.

There is a correct way to wear your safety belt during pregnancy.
Place the lap-belt part of the restraint under your abdomen and across your upper thighs so it's snug but comfortable. Adjust your sitting position so the belt crosses your shoulder without cutting into your neck. Position the shoulder harness between your breasts; don't slip this belt off your shoulder. The lap belt cannot hold you safely by itself