Do new dads actually panic when their baby is born?

I used to work as a birth doula and in my experience dads are certainly very concerned but never really panic or freak out.
I think it's an unfair stereotype.

SheCallsMeCrushDaddy · M

i got four kids...... the adrenaline being a new dad is a high like no other. and just had my first grandchild a year ago...... an even better feeling.

SweetMae · 70-79, F

You are right. That is even greater!

SweetMae · 70-79, F

They seem to panic from the time she says, "it's time" until the baby is placed in their arms.

Possibility · 31-35, F

Haha ok

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elVato · 46-50, M

a bit.
the newness and the looooooooooooooooooooong term commitment gives pause.

cheesyAF · 31-35, M

I'm sure I would.

SW-User

If they see it coming out if the V. I'm not a dad but helped a friend give birth when she couldn't make it to hospital.

Possibility · 31-35, F

How was it for you?

SW-User

Never seen a vagina take that form of shape and I was shit scared but hung in to help her and the baby. Luckily she has a loving husband and a good family. I was only freaked for the moment but instantly fell in love with the little soul
When he came out. @Possibility: