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I said all of this because now I'm wondering if she knows that she will not be allowed in the delivery room. I only want my DF there with me. Did any of you tell your parents ahead of time of your plans in the delivery room or just wait until that moment and let the staff handle them? I don't know how to tell her that she will not be allowed in until the baby is born. Any suggestions?
So sorry you had to go through that. Well, for me I let everyone know ahead of time that my DH is going to be the only one allowed in the delivery room. In your situation I would definitely let your mom know ahead of time and let the staff know too. They usually have no problem being the bad guys and can (and will) throw ppl out if you don't want them there.
X0X0, Cia
OH, and I can't believe the staff just took her back there without asking you, first, although, in their defense, if a patient's mom and sister show up and say they were invited...it's so common...I can see where they might have just believed them. You may want to let them know in the future, though, that you'd prefer to be asked before someone is brought back to your appointments. Yikes.

I really don't have any suggestions on L&D, but I hope you can figure out some way to do it without causing too much tension. For me, Mom and MIL were both welcome in the delivery room, so it wasn't an issue. However, I'd probably let them know ahead of time so that if they ARE inconvenienced by coming down there and being turned away, it's because they ignored your request, not because you didn't tell them.
I am sorry your mom was like that. I just told my family a few weeks ago that it was just going to be me and DH until after delivery. My MIL was fine with that, but my mom started crying because she wanted to be there, and then proceeded to tell me that when she had me, she only wanted my dad there, and my grandma showed up uninvited. So wouldn't you understand where I'm coming from?? Geez people!!
You have to do what is best for you and if you don't want her in there make sure you say so. You can tell the nurses too and if she tries to come in they will escort her out. You at least gave her warning. Good luck!!
Katie 26, DH Brad 29, DS 22 months, DD on the way! EDD 12/18/11
She was less than thrilled and has since dropped a few comments here and there, but I choose to ignore them and change the subject as quickly as possible. At least she now knows what to expect come delivery time.
I hope you find this helpful.
She got a little snotty and said "well I'm not people visiting from out of town I'm your mother and I would just be helping you with your baby". I had to be stern and explain that fathers are much more hands on these days with the help. She eventually let up, though I'm still not sure she's over it. I hate to say it but you have to be selfish at times like this and do what is best for you and your family. The energy that surrounds you and your new family is so important! It should be positive without any resentment or added stress from the outside.
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