When did you have then join you during early labor? We love our doula, but we just aren't exactly sure what labor will look like for me and how we will emotionally deal with it as a couple. We've been talking with our doula and will definitely let her know any early indicators of labor (I am due tomorrow!), but we don't know when we will want her to come--right away? When it is becoming difficult to stay focused? Not until we head to birthing center (4-1-1 in our practice)?

What was your experience, and would you change it? Thanks for any input!