It has been almost 17 years since I gave birth to my one and only. Mine was an induced labor and my husband was there with me the whole time. My mom came in for a while, during labor, and I would have had her stay, if she wanted to, but I don't think I ever asked her to stay. But she was there to comfort me a lot of the time before Helen was born, and when the labor was over and we had our baby, my parents, my husband's parents and a good friend, were to see us. I am very, very modest. I ddin't want a crew of people in the room, witnessing the birth of my baby. No videos either. LOL!

I think each person is different, though, and you need to do what is most comfortable for you. It is not about other people, it is about you and your new baby.

Best wishes to you!
Logan