Lightstar,

What a great attitude you have towards your daughter - sounds wonderful to me. I am sure your daughter will appreciate that very much.

I know although I felt the same way for my daughter's birth, I think this time I might let mum come along, but will let her know exactly how I feel about the birth and what I would like her to do / not to do while she is there. I think it is important to have as minimal stress at the birth as possible.