Fathers attending the birth of their baby: Views, intentions and needs.

Background: There is limited information about fathers' views, intentions and needs leading up to childbirth.

Aims: This study explores the factors influencing fathers' intention to attend the birth, and the needs and supports required leading up to childbirth.

Methods: Cross-sectional survey of 203 prospective fathers attending antenatal appointments at an outer metropolitan public teaching hospital in Brisbane, Australia.