extra birth support can help DH's experience. It can be hard on them if they are on their own and don't know what to expect. My DH was utterly hopeless with no 1, but with a student doula and no2 - she supported him to support me.
That's great to hear, that's how it should work. Nothing can replace the pivotal role of the father and sensitive support from a birth attendant can really boost his confidence and encourage his involvement.

At a recent birth, which unfolded very quickly, both the midwife and I stepped back at the moment of birth so that the Dad could be the first to touch the baby - he passed her straight to mum - it was just wonderful. That Dad was floating for days afterwards.

The idea of doula support is to enhance the experience for mother, father and baby - and support the family's bonding.

I do understand tho that some couples prefer not to have anyone extra at their birth -some couples choose unassisted birth for this reason. It's every couple's own personal decision.