Sensors to monitor walking in labor: a feasibility study

This study tests whether small wearable sensors can accurately track movement and walking patterns in 30 pregnant women during early labor, both with and without a low-dose epidural. The goal is to see if these sensors can help monitor pain relief effectiveness, predict fall risk, and understand labor progress. Participants must be at least 38 weeks pregnant, healthy, and planning to use a low-dose epidural that allows walking.