Giving birth is a major medical event. Sure, millions of people do it, and some people do it with very little medical interference, but it's still a big deal. You're in an immense amount of pain and discomfort, and it takes every bit of energy you've got. Not to mention, it's a visceral experience. Your body is doing things it has never done before. All that to say it's understandable that you would be choosy about who's in the delivery room when you're getting it done.
Common sense says it should probably just be the parents and a few chosen medical professionals. But family doesn't always adhere to common sense. As was the case here, when an overbearing grandmother-to-be had a different idea of her role in bringing the baby into the world than the woman actually giving birth. Read on for the details of the story and see what you think.
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