Birthing Station Simulator

The Birthing Station Simulator is designed to facilitate demonstration and practice of palpating the internal birthing canal. The Birthing Station Simulator clearly shows the relationship between the fetal head and the ischial spines of the pelvic bone of the mother during the birth process. The realism of the Birthing Station Simulator will help students bridge the gap from classroom to bedside with ease and comfort. The simulator is designed to highlight the ischial spines which are of great obstetrical importance. The line drawn between the ischial spines typically represents the shortest diameter of the pelvic cavity. The ischial spines can be readily felt during a vaginal examination, and serve as valuable landmarks in ascertaining the level to which the presenting part of the fetus has descended into the pelvis.

The Birthing Station Simulator features a fetal head which will lock in any one of three lock stations. Minus Two Station shows the position of the fetal head when it lies above the ischial spines. Zero Station shows the fetal head directly between the ischial spines. Plus Three Station shows the fetal head below the ischial spines ready to enter into the birthing canal.

The Birthing Station Simulator includes teaching guide and hard carrying case.

Care and Maintenance of the Birthing Station Simulator

The use of gloves and liberal use of lubricant teach and reinforce good practices and are essential to protect the physical properties of the simulator. The simulator must be treated like a patient. Rough usage and lack of lubrication will generate tears in the soft tissue walls.

Store simulator in clean plastic bag as simulator will attract dust. Good care and hygiene will assure lasting life and clean appearance of the simulator.

Solvents or corrosive materials will damage the simulator. Never place simulator on newsprint or any kind of printed paper or plastic as these materials will transfer an indelible stain.

Normal soil accumulated on the surface of the simulator can be removed with mild soap and lukewarm water. Use REN cleaner to remove stubborn stains from the simulator. Simply spray soiled area and wipe clean with a soft cloth or paper towels.