I think my subsequent labours were easier not because they hurt less but because I'd BTDT and knew what to expect. The fear of the unknown was gone.

My DS2 and DS3 were both induced labours and almost totally identical. 2.5 hours with 9 min and 3 min pushing stages respectively. I felt with DS3 I did deal with the contraction pain a bit better and the main reason is that I knew I could do it and I knew it would end. I was so much calmer, silent almost. I tend to like to lie down on my back to give birth (weird I know) so I knew that's how I felt most comfortable and didn't try a million positions like I did with DS2.

I also felt as if my body knew what to do also. I really just let my body take over.

My best advice is to quiet the mind and the body will do all the work.

All in all I think it was a much calmer, experience.