For the woman, I would argue always it is easier, of course, to get an epi. But it is men, the lack of men that is, that concerns me. Where does this lack begin???? That is all I am focused on...; and a willingness of him to go down that road w/ her ... that lack of willingness that is ... that is what i am saying is the problem...
Most men feel that attending a few birthing classes with their wives is enough. They will never understand how important it is for a woman enduring childbirth to have a loving, supportive man at her side.