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... he is too extreme. I think the take-home should be men and women expecting babies should discuss this matter carefully before deciding if the father should or wants to be present. In other words, it should not be presumed by default to be the better way to do things, and input for and against it should be clear and weighed commensurately.
But to say that he should "NEVER" be there-- totally wrong to say that.
Yeah,
I didn't find this very offensive. I don't think he's incredibly far off. Men can feel guilty, helpless and even traumatized. Women can feel embarrassed, self-conscious, and too concerned for their husband's condition.
Not saying it always happens; but it certainly can.. and it can hinder the delivery itself... which isn't what anyone wants.
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He makes some good points actually, but...
... he is too extreme. I think the take-home should be men and women expecting babies should discuss this matter carefully before deciding if the father should or wants to be present. In other words, it should not be presumed by default to be the better way to do things, and input for and against it should be clear and weighed commensurately.
But to say that he should "NEVER" be there-- totally wrong to say that.
Yeah, I didn't find this
Yeah,
I didn't find this very offensive. I don't think he's incredibly far off. Men can feel guilty, helpless and even traumatized. Women can feel embarrassed, self-conscious, and too concerned for their husband's condition.
Not saying it always happens; but it certainly can.. and it can hinder the delivery itself... which isn't what anyone wants.