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The MamasteFit PodcastAuthor: MamasteFit Podcast
MamasteFit is a prenatal & postpartum fitness and birth education company that offers a unique and comprehensive amount of education and experience surrounding the journey into parenthood, and beyond! Join sister duo, Gina (birth doula, founder, perinatal fitness trainer & Head Coach of MamasteFit), and Roxanne (Labor & Delivery Nurse and Student Midwife), as they discuss a myriad of topics related to pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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145: Understanding Fetal Monitoring: Continuous vs. Intermittent Explained
Wednesday, 21 January, 2026
Join Roxanne, a certified nurse midwife and former labor nurse as she demystifies fetal monitoring. Roxanne delves into continuous and intermittent fetal heart rate monitoring, discussing their history, benefits, limitations, and appropriate use for both high and low-risk pregnancies. Learn about categories of fetal heart tracings, how they influence labor decisions, and the importance of shared decision-making in choosing the right monitoring method for you. Whether you're expecting, a birth professional, or just curious, this comprehensive guide will empower you with essential insights on fetal monitoring!00:00 Introduction to Fetal Monitoring00:17 Meet Your Hosts01:08 Understanding Continuous Fetal Monitoring05:26 History and Evolution of Fetal Monitoring08:24 Intermittent Auscultation Explained13:01 Comparing Continuous and Intermittent Monitoring14:45 Shared Decision Making in Fetal Monitoring19:11 Conclusion and Resources
