Safety certification
We are revolutionising pregnancy seatbelt safety.
Pregnancy seatbelt safety is paramount. That’s why Tummy Shield® has been meticulously tested to meet all relevant Australian Design Rules (ADR), as well as strict EU and US standards. Enjoy on-road peace of mind knowing your unborn baby is as protected as possible.
50%
Of all traumatic injuries during pregnancy occur in a car accident.*
82%
Of trauma-related fetal deaths are the consequence of a car crash.†
Seatbelts aren't safety-tested for expectant mums
Standard restraint systems can place pressure on a growing belly, posing risks to your unborn baby during sudden stops or collisions.
Tummy Shield® is certified to keep your seatbelt in a safe and secure position, redistributing its force away from your bump to significantly reduce the risk of perinatal complications.
Crash-tested to protect under impact
Tummy Shield® is proven to withstand a collision with a velocity change of up to 48 km/hr, providing crucial impact protection for you and your unborn baby when it matters most.
The only ADR-compliant pregnancy seatbelt positioner
ADR 5/04 specifies how seatbelts should be attached and secured to ensure they remain in place during a crash. Tummy Shield®’s strong stainless steel hook is designed to provide reliable anchorage that fulfils these criteria, helping to prevent your seatbelt from slipping or becoming slack in a collision.
ADR 4/03 details how seatbelts must function, including their ability to restrain a person during a car accident to minimise the risk of injury. Tummy Shield™ meets these safety standards, working alongside your seatbelt to maintain its protective function during collisions - all while offering an extra layer of security for you and your unborn baby.
ADR 69/00 evaluates how well safety systems like seatbelts and positioners protect passengers from harm in head-on collisions. Tummy Shield™ meets this standard, helping to keep occupants securely restrained and reducing the risk of injury during frontal impacts.
Tummy Shield® testimonials
Tried and trusted by mums-to-be.
Keira
"The doctors stated to that had I not been wearing the Tummy Shield it would have been a very different outcome. We go to all extremes to look after our safety, and our children's safety, looking after our unborn children is no different."
Troy
"I bought the Tummy Shield when I found out my wife was pregnant. When she was 34 weeks, the brakes on her car failed and she ran into a tree at low speed. She was checked over by our Obstetrician, she had some minor bruises on her upper thighs, but the baby is fine and safe thanks to the Tummy Shield protecting her stomach from her belt."
Helen
"I’m a Paediatrician and I’m fully aware of the danger of driving while pregnant. I refused to wear a seatbelt during my first pregnancy, since I bought your Tummy Shield I have been using it constantly. I find it simple to use and very comfortable, thank you."
References
*Krywko DM, Toy FK, Mahan ME, et al. Pregnancy Trauma. [Updated 2022 Sep 12]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK430926/
†Traffic deaths before and after birth Evans, LeonardRedelmeier, Donald A. et al. European Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Biology, Volume 194, 258 - 259