Re: The Dreaded Bed
I gave birth with the bed propping me up in a sitting position, with my bits sort of at the edge. Then the middies and my mum (poor mum XD) pushed my legs back as I pushed, so I was pretty much squatting I guess but without the strain of holding my body weight. During labour i also knelt on it and draped myself over the back while DH rubbed my back. The bed I don't think should be something to fear, but rather another tool you can use to help you feel comfortable. Just because it's a bed doesn't mean you have to lay on it.

Just my 2 cents

Oh, and I didn't tear.