What is the protocol for monitoring after the 2-hour mark post-placental delivery?

Monitoring after the 2-hour mark post-placental delivery is typically done once every hour. This is a critical time for assessing the mother's stability and ensuring that there are no complications such as excessive bleeding or signs of infection. Once the initial recovery period has passed, which is usually the first two hours post-delivery when more frequent monitoring occurs, the frequency can be safely reduced to every hour, allowing for a balance between thorough assessment and the mother's need for rest.

During this hourly monitoring, healthcare providers will check vital signs, uterine tone, and lochia to ensure everything is proceeding normally. This protocol helps to provide effective care while minimizing unnecessary disruptions to the mother's recovery.