An article in the BMJ has warned that foetal heart monitors are potentially dangerous to the mother and baby's health. The article claims that the devices provide a "false reassurance" that can lead to vital delays in seeking urgent medical attention.
A spokeswoman for the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), which regulates but does not licence the machines, said: "Members of the public using foetal monitors at home are unlikely to have the necessary knowledge or experience to use the device effectively and if they are concerned about the health of their baby they should seek medical advice." The Guardian