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  • The dangers of Dopplers

    The dangers of Dopplers

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    Why Ditch the Doppler?

    In 2017 Kicks Count launched a campaign to regulate or ban the sale of home dopplers to expectant parents in the UK. Here the CEO explains why. Read more

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Ditch the Doppler

In recent months we have been campaigning for the regulation of sales of home dopplers in the UK - this is another step towards reducing the number of tragic preventable stillbirths. 

Why Ditch the Doppler?

Why Ditch the Doppler?

In 2017 Kicks Count launched a campaign to regulate or ban the sale of home dopplers to expectant parents in the UK. Here the CEO explains why. Read more

Published: 19th June, 2018

Updated: 22nd January, 2025

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Ditch The Doppler: Vicki's Story

Ditch The Doppler: Vicki's Story

Vicki's first daughter, Evie, was stillborn on 18th June 2015. Telling us her story, she encourages other families to ditch their home dopplers. Read more

Published: 19th June, 2018

Updated: 9th September, 2021

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Doppler Campaign Timeline

Doppler Campaign Timeline

We’ve put together, and will keep adding to, the following timeline of notable dates from this campaign. Read more

Published: 29th June, 2018

Updated: 9th September, 2021

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Pregnant Stacey Solomon explains why she won't be using a home doppler

Pregnant Stacey Solomon explains why she won't be using a home doppler

Popular Loose Women presenter Stacey, who is expecting her third child, was revealed that she won't be using a home doppler for reassurance during her pregnancy. Read more

Published: 7th March, 2019

Updated: 10th June, 2023

Author: Lisa Newhouse

Doppler Articles

Doppler Articles

Articles in the press regarding the campaign to ban home dopplers Read more

Published: 12th June, 2019

Updated: 9th September, 2021

Author: Elizabeth Hutton

Stillbirth charity Kicks Count warns Amazon, eBay and Facebook to stop selling home doppler kits

Stillbirth charity Kicks Count warns Amazon, eBay and Facebook to stop selling home doppler kits

Read more

Published: 13th June, 2019

Author: Elizabeth Hutton

The Hidden Risks of Using Fetal Dopplers at Home

The Hidden Risks of Using Fetal Dopplers at Home

Fetal dopplers detect and amplify the sound of the fetal heartbeat - and other sounds. However, despite their widespread availability, these devices are not without dangers. At Kicks Count, we always encourage informed decisions - so here's a couple of things to consider: Read more

Published: 24th April, 2024

Updated: 16th August, 2024

Author: Elizabeth Hutton

The dangers of Dopplers

The dangers of Dopplers

Why you should ditch the doppler Read more

Published: 22nd January, 2025

Updated: 8th December, 2025

Author: Elizabeth Hutton

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