Can you get your DH to read some articles on traumatic birth and Birth Rape? I mentioned a few months back to my Dad about wanting a homebirth, and at first he laughed at me and said I should just give birth in a drain Once I had explained to him about just SOME of the things 'professionals' do to birthing women, he was firmly in my corner. Maybe it would work for your husband as well?

Definitely agree with a doula as well - or even a close girlfriend that you know will support your choices. Isn't it ludicrous that women hafta bring backup to ensure they're not violated?!