Men's role in their child's birth
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There's an overwhelming desire among fathers to be at the birth. It's a cultural change of enormous proportions. But it's really important it's desired and discussed beforehand. Few men would attend the birth against their partner's will, but the majority of mums want their partners there. It's positive for all involved. Every child loves to hear their father say, "I held you just after you were born." And for men, witnessing the birth of their child is amazing.
Duncan Fisher, director of Fathers Direct
By Duncan Fisher
Where to next?
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Choosing the right birth partner
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Fathers dealing with the birth
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'Sharing the birth made our relationship stronger'
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Bonding with your bump
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A guide to epidurals
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A guide to gas and air
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A guide to TENS
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All you need to know about Caesareans
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Assisted deliveries
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Caesarean link to childhood asthma


