I had a monitor that restricted me to the bed, midwife got a bit nasty as I felt like I needed to go to the toilet and they didn't like having to take it off then put it back on again.

But it wasn't to bad, I really liked that DH could talk me through my contractions as he could see them peak on the monitor. I am planning to ask to be monitored again this time, because DH was so great last time I want that verbal support again. Plus i like to know bub is ok!!