Experts strongly advise you to 'buckle up' to prevent injury and during your pregnancy. When you wear it properly, seat belts will protect you both - and ease your mind. Tummy Guard is the ideal solution to the problem of seat belt discomfort. Tummy Guard helps you stay comfortable, secure and safe in the car. Reduces seat belt pressure and prevents rubbing of belt edges. The Tummy Guard cushion includes a soft, resilient cellular core, outer fabric cover, zipper and quick release mounting straps with Velcro fasteners. Cover can be removed for washing. Tummy Guard is easy to use. 1. Install seat belts the usual way. 2. Tuck Tummy Guard pad under the lap belt 3. Wrap tabs over the belt and fasten with Velcro. Caution: There are no guarantees, express or implied, that the use of Tummy Guard can totally eliminate all potential for injury. Unfortunately, serious injuries are unavoidable in some motor vehicle crashes no matter how well designed and manufactured the restraint system may be.