2 year old at birth

[Matryoshka]

I really want my son to be at the birth. First we had thought it wasn't a good idea as he is very sensitive especially if i am in pain or crying - he has burst in to tears before when he's seen me hurt myself. But as he's gotten older, he seems to be maturing in that sense and recently comforted me when i was crying rather than reacting in fear. So i think he is understanding pain and emotions.

We are never apart, and very close. I just can't imagine being away from him for the birth. I did plan to have him in another room with my MIL, but i'd really like him to be with me. I am hoping to birth much quieter than last time (though i wasn't really vocal until the pushing stage). I think if i am moaning loudly it will scare him, but i've done more research this time and i'm hoping to avoid that and focus more on the breathing (easier said than done but i'm more aware than last time).

Has anyone had their little one at the birth? how much of it? how did it go?