Hi my first pregnancy was c-section due to pre- eclampsia and other problems but i loved the fact that it was calm - not a emergency c-section (was scheduled for a date).

My second child i was given the option of VBAC but i declined and opted for C-section purely because i knew what the experience would be like and also that i knew my baby would be safe. I don't see the point of being in labor for many hours and then having to be rushed into theater for a C-section or trying to pull a baby out with forceps and vacuum delivery. I am in a family with a high amount of family members having had C-sections and mostly it was pelvic related problems.

It should be every mom's choice what will work for them - in the one hand if i could have had normal birth the first time i would have opted for it but i'm glad things turned out to be fine and i really enjoyed my c-section experience. I know recovery is a bit longer but by day 2/3 i'm normally up and on the go - nothing a few pain tablets can't cure.

Wish all you ladies the best and go with what you feel is the best option for you and baby.