I went public as I knew being a small country hosp I would get room to myself etc so wasn't fussed about the rest. Yes DH could stay, though he didn't....the bed was not the best & he wasn't too far away. Came in early each day etc, so I didn't want him there uncomfortable & snoring! DS was born at 5.23am so when we got back to the room the provided breakfast for both of us, after that just me.