Is being in labour really that dull for men?
I only ask the question because when I was enduring a particularly painful wave of contractions (and bending over holding on to my husband's hips for relief) I heard - through my moans and groans - his fingers swiftly tapping away at the Blackberry.
Looking up and seeing him engrossed in an email I gave him a knowing look that really needed no words whatsoever, apart from "Any chance?"
He retorted: "Just checking a few last minute emails before signing off, darling." Through gritted teeth I firmly but politely responded: "Turn it off...now."
Now there's commitment and commitment for you...or perhaps it's just boredom.