I think a lot would depend on the child - there's no way I would take DD in - not because I think it's inappropriate but because she would just find it really hard to be in there for hours on end and there's no way we could entertain her for that long so having her in there would be just another thing for me to worry about. But I guess it also depends on the length of the birth too - I always think in terms of hours and hours because I had a long one.

But as you're considering it, I'm guessing you've already thought about this and think that your DD will go OK. If you're still dubious though, maybe call the hospital, explain the situation and see if they've got any suggestions.