Yep, the contractions for me too.

My first was posterior and her birth was long and painful.

My second was almost enjoyable by comparison!!

Still awaiting #3 so we will see how I go then!

The crowning was not as painful as I expected - hang on, pretty painful with #1 but not too bad with #2. I guess that is what you get when your first child is 8lb and your second 6lb 7oz!!

BEst wishes