I just returned from an 18 hour birth, so I thought I would talk about the importance of having a Doula with you during your labor and delivery. Now, don't get me wrong.
Husbands are very important and vital to the birth team.
When I was massaging her feet he was massaging her back or rubbing her head and telling her how much he loved her and how proud he was of her. When we found out the baby was in a posterior position, I knew what different positions to get her in to try and turn the baby and ease her back labor. When the nurse or doctor would talk about a procedure or medication I was there to help explain what is was they were talking about and to help them explore their options. Finally when it was time to push and she needed help with her legs, there were 2 of us there for her. I was there to take pictures of the awesome event so that they could look at them later in awe.