I think it's great you gave your H space during your marriage and were not the snoopy/paranoid type. I was quite cool also.If I have another relationship, I might not be so much. Yes, skin to skin contact, very important for bubs to bond with mum. Definately in my plan too! Wear a large floppy t-shirt perhaps? Or take it off to have that contact asap. I'm ordering in a birthing pool to sit in my mothers lounge... It should help with the discomfort and keep me at home longer.. I am half thinking of home birth with 2 midwives - i think it could be very empowering for me right now... Hmm..keep on dreaming!