My DP was also absolutely sure that I could n't be in labour in the middle of the night- the midwife kindly came out and I had the baby 3pm next day. DH was very tired after the whole experience because he had n't got much sleep.
So if DH took on the breast feeding...
Pre birth, NHS funded weekend courses in Hotel activity centres studying the theorey with trust and team building exercises. Baby's head should be tipped back like she's necking a pint.
Lots of gadgets, we're not talking a safety pin here to remind you which side. So phone apps, timers, heated cushions, ambient chill out music, soft lights, specialy adapted computer controls to allow gaming, flatscreen tv at foot of bed.
Food, not just what you've managed to throw in the trolley whilst covered in baby sick, a huge pad between your legs and carrying a large bulky, unbalanced, two handed car seat round after a major op nooooo.
Steak, roast dinners, ice-cream, more steak, starters, garlic bread, more ice-cream, ohhh I really feel like some rice pudding.
Moderate alchol encouraged by all health professionals and the Daily Mail because it's important for him to relax.