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Fetal Heart Rate Not Good Predictor of Fetal Health
According to a research study completed by the Intermountain Medical
Center, fetal heart rate may not be the best indicator of fetal health.
Electronic Monitoring of Fetal Heart Rate May Reduce Infant Death Rates
In an attempt to make a clear connection between reduced risk of infant death and electronic heart rate monitoring prior to birth, researchers gathered nearly two million birth records collected in the 2004 National Birth Cohort.
Newborn Evaluation Right After Birth
Most babies are examined right after birth and within about 24 hours after delivery to maked sure that they are born without any major problems.
Impact Of Obesity On Fertility And Pregnancy
Obesity increases pregnancy complications. The prevalence of obesity is currently rising in developed countries,
making pregravid overweight one of the most common high-risk obstetric
situations.
Apgar Score - What is it?
The Apgar score is named after a New York anesthesiologist, Dr. Virginia Apgar, who in 1952 described the score as a means to assess the baby's status 1 and 5-minutes after birth.
