Hi,

I have had both a vaginal birth and an emergency c-section.

Two of my sisters had each given birth to two children by c-section and small pelvis runs in my family, so I had asked my first ob re whether I could choose planned c-section. She seemed to be against c-section and put me off the idea. My second ob was more pro c-section, and seemed to perform them more often. Anyway, when the time came with my second-born, she was in breech position and an emergency c-section was needed (waters broke early).

Both birth experiences were positive for me and I was fully conscious and excited/relieved with both deliveries, and I had pretty much equivalent recovery durations. I really couldn't say I preferred one method over the other, and don't really mind which option I have if I have a third.