[post_page_title]Better safe than sorry[/post_page_title]
There’s the potential for so many complications to happen during labor. After the birth, you’re then looking at not one life, but two, which makes it clear how important it is that medical staff aren’t distracted.
They’re unlikely to extend an offer for a drink if they know that the father, partner, or visitor is perfectly capable of getting themselves a water, tea, or coffee. After all, they’re busy trying to keep every patient safe and healthy!