Midwife Exposes the Most Shocking Behaviors of New Dads in the Delivery Room That Leave Hospital Staff Cringing

A labor and delivery nurse has opened up about the unusual—and often frustrating—things she witnesses dads doing while their partners are giving birth.

Kim, a mom of seven and TikTok content creator under the handle @nursekimwellness, shared the behaviors that make her cringe the most, giving followers a rare peek into life behind the hospital doors.

Gamer Dads Take the Fifth Spot

Kim’s countdown of the top five most irritating partner behaviors began with what she calls the “gamer dad.”

According to her, some men show up at the hospital and immediately start planning to play video games instead of focusing on their partner.

“They’ll ask, ‘How do I hook my Xbox up to the TV?’ while she’s getting checked, poked, and settled in,” Kim said.

“You’re telling me you plan to play games while she’s giving birth? How about helping her instead?”

The “Answer Man” Can’t Keep Quiet

Next on her list is the man who feels compelled to answer questions for his partner.

Kim described these dads as “Answer Men” who chime in during discussions about pain management, epidurals, or the mother’s own thoughts.

“I’m sorry, but she’s the one going through labor. Let her speak for herself,” Kim explained.

“She knows her own body best, and this is her experience—not yours.”

Dads Who Arrive High Raise Eyebrows

Some fathers, according to Kim, step out during labor to grab food or take a walk—and come back clearly under the influence.

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“You can’t fool anyone,” she said.

“The whole unit can smell it—the mix of cannabis and cheap cologne is obvious.”

Phone-Obsessed Fathers Distract Everyone

Kim also singled out dads glued to their phones.

She described it as being akin to “a loud business meeting” happening right in the delivery room, disturbing the calm environment that a laboring mother needs.

“If you’re going to be on calls, step out into the hallway or outside,” she urged.

Over-Sexualization Tops the List

The most common and most disturbing behavior Kim sees is when men sexualize the birthing process.

“It’s shocking and completely inappropriate,” she said.

“Making sexual comments while I’m checking dilation, or while the baby is breastfeeding, is just disgusting.”

Honorable Mentions

Kim also noted some smaller but still irritating behaviors: fathers who snack incessantly, fail to manage visitors so the mother can rest, or flirt with the nursing staff.

“All of that is inappropriate,” she added.

Impact and Consequences

These behaviors not only distract medical staff but also increase stress for the mother and can interfere with the birthing process.

According to Kim, the father’s role is meant to be supportive, calm, and focused—not a source of chaos or discomfort.

What’s Next?

Raising awareness of these behaviors may encourage more dads to actively support their partners during labor, pay attention to hospital rules, and respect the space and focus needed in the delivery room.

Summary

Labor and delivery nurses like Kim see it all—from gamers to phone addicts, over-sexualizers, and even cannabis users.

The message is clear: the delivery room is no place for distractions or inappropriate behavior.

Fathers should be present, helpful, and respectful.

Bulleted Takeaways

• Gamer dads prioritize video games over supporting their partner.
• “Answer Men” speak for the mother instead of letting her respond.
• Some fathers arrive under the influence, creating a noticeable disruption.
• Phone use during labor disturbs the calm environment.
• Over-sexualizing comments are the most frequent and disturbing behavior.
• Other minor annoyances include eating, managing visitors poorly, and flirting with nurses.