hi all i totally agree that something needs to be done to include partners and meet their needs. My DH found it super difficult when he gave sample even though the room was away from prying eyes he said that whilst attempting to give it his best shot as he put it, it was like being a teenager again and nearly being caught by your mother. dh could hear every sound door open and close conversations of staff outside the room. i was glad that there were very few people in the waiting room area as the hallway completely echoed and i could hear the nursing staff explain alot of details of where he need to put his manly hood sample once he was done. I think more needs to be done to offer support to all partners in general.