The need for this book stems from the fact that fetal surveillance has undergone several changes over the last decade. Implementing surveillance methods is essential for optimizing outcome. The book is compiled with the essence of surveillance principles literally in a “nutshell”. The book provides the essentials in a “point-by-point” manner which is easily readable.The algorithms provided are crisp and easily understandable. The book will serve as a desktop manual which can be referred to when needed and refreshes the mind of the reader about the subject. For the students, it will serve as a ”quick notes” for recalling various principles of surveillance.