Confirming labor?

Alexis

FTM here and currently living a state with very strict Covid rules. I’m 35+4 today and at my doctor’s appointment today they let me know that when I do go to the hospital in the next few weeks for labor that I will have to check in alone and will not be aloud to have anyone with me till they confirm I’m in labor.

How long did it take with your first for them to confirm you were in labor? Is it wrong I feel upset and sad that I may be myself for a 1-2 hours?

Wondering what you all think and trying to gage how long I will be alone with my husband outside in the car.