Thanks Lisa. I'm going to try to go without the epidural this time, but if I start vomiting again, then I'll have no choice. If DD wants to cut the cord, she'll be fighting DH for the honour!!!

I'm currently in the process of preparing DD for it all - at least I've got plenty of time. We've also decided to see if my sister or SIL can be on hand, to keep her "amused" when she gets bored, which I know she will - especially if it's a long labour!