I am pregnant with my second child and my first birth experience was horrific. After a long drawn out labour, i ended up with an episotomy as well as 3rd degree tearing. My son was posterior so they used forceps to try and turn him and also to deliver him as i was too exhausted to continue. They told me it would probably be better to have a c-section next time. I'm not sure which way to swing. I know what i'm in for with a vaginal birth but that means more tearing and more strain on my already damaged bits. The c-section is major surgery and no driving but maybe it will save my girly bits from anymore damage. Has anyone had a similar experience? What seemed better for you?