I think he does need a bit of shake-down lol! maybe on the sly get the middies or Ob to vouch for him needing to stay...my DH was brought into line a few times over the pg (ie wanting me to still go on the back of the vespa when i was 20+ weeks pregnant lol).

i really really recommend that you insist on DH being there post birth. you will be really tired and the emotions are really full on when bubs is born. my DH also exited REALLy quickly post birth (just sprung it on me so i had no time to prepare or fight him IYKWIM). and it felt like a huge shock. usually post birth you stay for a couple of hours in the delivery room for good solid bonding time/feeding and shower etc. i really think it is best if he is there for you and bubs.

i felt very very lonely taking myself and my baby back to the room all alone. and i dont recommend it.

hope he can change his mind...and if not, i would recommend that you have someone else as back up to be there to hold your hand and tell you that you did an amazing job and also to watch over bubs while you get a bit of a rest...