Maternal hypothermia and persistent fetal bradycardia during the intrapartum process.

Maternal hypothermia can be correlated with persistent fetal bradycardia. The improvement of the maternal hypothermic state and the subsequent alleviation of fetal bradycardia are presented in two case reports. A possible consequence of unrelieved maternal hypothermia at delivery, neonatal cold stress, is discussed in a third case report. Neonatal complications requiring interventions may ensue after cold stress.