Like everyone else has said.... research research research! It is important to be informed and to do what is best both for you and your baby.

I recently had my first baby via emergency c-section and my feelings about this are mixed. On a positive note, the actual procedure was fine. The doctors/nurses were fantastic and extremely supportive, DH was allowed into the operating room and when he almost passed out the nurses happily took the camera to be sure they got first pics of DD for me. Before having the operation they were great too, gently explaining that my baby was distressed but that everything would be ok however the baby had to be born now and the only way for that to happen was via a c-section. I felt fine with this at the time as all I wanted was for my baby to be safe and well.The procedure itself was over in no time and after a quick cuddle with my baby DH did some bonding with DD while I was in recovery. Once reunited with DD I was instantly in love with her and have no problems whatsoever with bonding or BF. Also, physically I have coped very well and was quickly up & about again. So in that respect it was a very positive experience. Emotionally however, I am still trying to come to terms with the experience. I feel like my body failed me and I that I have missed out on the precious exerience of birthing my baby naturally. This is something that I very much wanted - I also really didn't want to have a c-section.

From my experience I think it has a lot to do with your frame of mind and your expectations. I didn't expect to have a c-section and i definitely didn't want to have one hence my disappointment. I think if I had known it was coming I would have been more prepared for it and I would not have such negative feelings about it. Be informed and be prepared and I'm sure whatever path you chose will be the right one for you.

Fi