
Perhaps you're imagining giving birth in a room with just you, your partner and the care provider of your choice. Maybe you want all of your family, his family and more at your baby's birth. There is not a right answer for the exact number of people you should have for your birth.
What you do need to consider is the policy of your birth place, your birth plans, and your tolerance. Having a few facts in place and getting some guidance on how to pick the guests at your birth can make all the difference in the world.
How many people are you planning on having in the delivery room?
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