Thanks everyone!! It makes sense now that H would understand that I don't really mean all the things I might say in labour... but it's just one of those things that's been running around in my mind at 3am most mornings! #-o

Kelly, I actually did think about getting a doula in, but my hospital will only allow 2 support people. H will DEFINITELY be there, and my mum might end up being in there for a lot of the time, too (although I haven't decided for how long or for what parts yet), so there's really no room for anyone else. I can see the benefit in having one there, but, at the same time, I'm already going to be uncomfortable enough, so having another stranger in the room probably won't do me much good.

I think H does realise that I may be a bit *ahem* abrupt during labour and he's probably prepared for that... but I still get worried he'll become all sensitive and sooky seeing me in pain!

I do like Shannon's suggestion, though.... if I'm going to say something, I'd better make it good 'cause I wouldn't get away with it any other time!!