There is no right or wrong here. Its a personal decision. I've seen children that I know would cope well and others I know that wouldn't. I think its a decision you need to make with your own family. But I also think that if you are going to make this decision there should be some level of preparation.

I had Paris present with me up until I got loud then MIL went out for a walk and came back later in the afternoon. Paris wasn't there when Seth crowned but she was there a minute after, not bad I think. And she was present for the majority of the birth.

So it really is up to you, how you birth, and what personality your child has and the level of understanding they might have iykwim?

*hugs*
Cailin