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My husband was there both times. He cried when I was in labor because he felt bad that I was in so much pain. The best advice I can give is to ask him if he thinks he can handle it. If he can suggest things he can do to make you feel better. My husband rubbed my back and fed me ice chips the entire time with both. I hope all goes well for you.

Take prepared childbirth classes together!!! That's what they're for!! best to you!!!!!!!

My husband was present for the birth of both of our kids, but they were c-sections. Contrary to popular belief, a c-section is not painless, and it is very messy. My husband was fine with the whole thing, very supportive and very happy to be present when our babies were born. (We're the ones who have to do the hard stuff, the men just have to show up :-)

My mom is going to help me out with that problem. Her job will be to assist me in delivery and keep my DH busy. We are thinking as long as we can keep him busy things will be better. If it really looks like he can't handle something or needs a time out we plan to leave a few things in the car. That way we can send him out of the room a few times if he gets too stressed. To get ready we have been watching taped births. He has also been coming to my appointments during which I get shots, exams and have my blood taken.We're also taking a class together.

dont underestimate him! he is just as capable, and you are too.

My husband is wonderfully supportive normally, and I knew he would do fine when the baby was born, but he far ecxeeded my expectations, I must say I was impressed. He never left my side, not even to go to the bathroom while in the l/d room. He coached me, and we had not taken any classes. He was perfect! I did not have any drugs and he just kept telling me how to breathe and that I was doing so great and he was so proud of me. Give him the benefit of the doubt, they are stronger than we give them credit for-sometimes LOL!! He will be so thrilled to play such an active role and see his child come into the world.

Just an update here: A friend of ours was over the other day, and my bf told him I was planning a home birth. They got into talking about it, and he said something to the effect of "I'll be right there handing them washcloths or towels or whatever they need... with my back turned. Just let me know when the baby's clean and ready to be held." I got a good laugh out of that. But the conversation let me know that he would be there no matter what, which made me feel really good. (I haven't told him yet that I plan on videotaping the birth... I can't wait to see his face when I inform him of that little fact!
Thanks for all your guys' helpful info!