If you’re attending the birth, forewarned is definitely forearmed. Knowing what to expect will make you a reassuring presence in your partner’s hours of need.
Our guide to labour covers all the essentials, including pain relief, who does what and how it all works.
You're getting to the point when labour could start at any time. A little preparation now will pay dividends when the contractions start in earnest - and will stop you reaching for the car keys every time your partner has a slight twinge. Make sure you're ready for action when the call comes by reading our top five tips for any-minute-now dads.
You've painted the spare room, had the hospital bag packed for weeks and planned your journey to the hospital. But your involvement doesn't stop there...the support you give your partner at the birth can make a world of difference. So what can you do to help?
It's easy to feel like a spare part whilst your partner's in labour, but just being in the delivery suite can give her a huge lift. Forget the midwives and doctors, she needs you, and your emotional support is invaluable.
We've all seen women in labour. They're there in soap operas, movies and documentaries, normally screaming and blaming their partners. Don't worry, it really isn't that bad, and there is a wide range of pain relief options available to your partner. Dad Info compares the options...
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