Otodiva.id – There are times, because of an urgent need, Pregnant women must drive their own car to support their activities. Of course, driving a car while pregnant has several risks, so you must pay attention to several things for safety while driving, ie:
1.) Pay attention to gestational age
When pregnancy passes the third trimester, Your stomach will get bigger so you are not advised to drive your own car because there is a risk of collision which could harm the mother and fetus. If your stomach is so big that you find it difficult to sit or get in and out of the car, It's best to avoid driving your own car.
2.) Always Wear a Seat Belt
Even when pregnant, You must continue to use a seat belt to maintain safety while driving. Position the upper seat belt across the center of the chest and the sides of the abdomen, while the lower seat belt is placed under the stomach. Do not place the seat belt across the middle of the stomach because there is a risk of pressing on the stomach when the seat belt is tightened.
3.) Drive Short Distances Only
Pregnant women are not advised to travel long distances, because it is feared that it will cause fatigue and the risk of sitting for too long can be dangerous to health. Pregnant women should only drive short distances, and accompanied in the car if possible. Don't forget to do a short stretch every once in a while, Bring water to prevent dehydration on the trip and wear comfortable clothes and shoes when driving.
4.) Use Correct Driving Posture
When you want to drive, Make sure your body position is ergonomic enough, the back of the chair is not too upright or too leaning, and keep the ideal distance between your body and the car steering wheel at a minimum 25 cm. Also adjust the position of the car steering wheel so that it is parallel to your chest, and not directed towards the stomach.
Although pregnant women can drive, However, it is still recommended to be accompanied by someone close to you and it is not recommended to drive long distances, especially when the stomach is getting bigger. Let's keep driving safe on the road!
