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So why might a Fetal Scalp Electrode (FSE) be advised? If there are concerns about the baby’s heart rate and it’s unclear whether the monitor is picking up mum’s heart rate instead, an FSE can give a clearer picture. Your heart rate is typically between 60–100 bpm, while a baby’s heart rate is normally 110–160 bpm. If the monitor shows a rate closer to 60–100 bpm, it may be uncertain whether that’s baby or mums, especially if baby’s heart rate is suspected to be dropping. In these cases, an FSE