Loki chuckled a little. “neither of you actually have to read the books, I’m reading the books and I’m the one pregnant. I’ll just tell you what I think you need to know and you can google anything you think you need to know.” he suggested, grinning as he shared a kiss with Johnny. “I had planned on doing so, yes. This will be the first time I’ve actually been able to have medical assistance, I’m very excited.” he admitted happily before giving Johnny a baffled look. “well sure, that would be very nice… men generally aren’t allowed in the birthing hall though. It’s quite frowned upon really.” he looked around. “is that not so here on earth?” he wondered before looking flabbergasted at the idea of the mates being in the birthing room with her.<br/><br/>“Is it really okay for the Mates to be there? Is it not very distressing for them?” he asked. “it’s considered very improper on asgard for the husband to be in the room while the baby is being born. They tend to be quite…” Loki rolled his hand, trying to think of the right word. “squeamish. Many of them find themselves unable to handle it and have to leave, which upsets the mother immensely. Or they pass out. Or puke. So it’s become standard to refuse the husbands and the mates entry while giving birth and it is instead attended by sisters or mothers who have gone through it themselves.” he admitted, expression falling. “it hadn’t occurred to be that if that where true here I’d have to be alone for it… you allow for brothers and husbands to be in the room while giving birth?” he till looked so floored by the idea. “I mean… if they want to be there I’m sure as hell not going to say no. I think that would be great!” he admitted before looking amused at Steph. “so you don’t want me to carry your genetic offspring next?” he asked, eyes crinkling with amusement as he watched her gathering food. “well if your sure.” he agreed with a shrug. “are you sure it’s really alright for them to be in the room with me?” he asked Laura again, honestly hoping that it was so. It would be so much easier of he could have Johnny there. Steph seamed… hesitant, about babies so Loki wouldn't pressure her.