Maternity classes - alone or w my dad?

Question

My hubby has a weird work schedule and can only go to 2 out of the 4 maternity classes we are doing at the hospital.  I think I would feel pretty awkward being there by myself on the other 2 so I was thinking to invite my dad as he will be in the room w us during delivery.  But then I'm not sure if that will be more awkward lol.

What do you ladies think?  By myself or with my dad?

Answer

I'm sure not all classes are the same,  but the ones I'm going to haven't been particularly 'coupley' and one of the ladies comes with a friend because the baby's father isn't around.  There has been some talk about parenting choices (how the baby will be fed, will you use a pacifier, will you babywear etc), which I guess might be a bit awkward for someone attending who isn't part of those decisions. One of the sessions also had a lot about massage techniques for labour including hands on practice which I suppose might also be odd with your dad depending on what your relationship is like - but it was all on your back and over clothing so I don't think it'd be too weird.

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Why do you think the classes will be weird with your dad and not the actual process of pushing a baby out of your vagina in front of him??

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My dad went with me to the classes with my first since I was alone. People look at you funny at first but we just ignored them and eventually everything was fine. It's really up to you and your comfort level. My dad went and was in the delivery room when my oldest was born and was a big help.

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Can you bring a friend instead?

Maternity classes - alone or w my dad?

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