The 2 of you might do well at the whelping of a litter of German Shepherds, or coonhounds, but leaving a Papillon bitch to whelp totally by herself has a very, very good chance of ending up not only with dead pups, but with the bitch toes up as well.
I've bred Papillons since 1987, so I know whereof I speak.
It's a good idea to lurk in the background, only offering help if the bitch is in active labor more than 2 1/2 hours, or if there is a green discharge, or if the mother is clueless about how to deal with pups (they can and do sometimes maul pups and kill them). Most Papillon bitches will freak if you try and leave them alone, and they will struggle to come with you. They want support.
Sheesh, sorry, Jsh. I meant that post earlier to go to Joe and Bubba, NOT to you. Sorry!!!!
Finally someone who knows what they are talking about! I hope the 3rd puppy was born okay...really folks it is a good idea to study up on whelping BEFORE the bitch goes into labor and ask advice from a dog breeders forum if you want serious answers...I have a bitch due any day now, I don't think I'll be posting for advice HERE if something goes wrong.
Appreciate that info...I don't have any experience with Papillons but always enjoy learning something new!