Astrid, I think Barb has been a birth support person before - have you spoken to her about it?
Yes I have. It is tempting, but it is a bit delicate due to her working at the hospital and she will be looking after DD for me. She is the one advising me to call the private midwife but as everyone knows it is a delicate game getting hubbies to understand the need for additional support. Maybe I should leave him at home to babysit and take Barb to the hospital with me instead?