I also had a good c-section experience ('elective' due to breech) - I was able to breastfeed in recovery and definitely felt like I had enough contact with DD. My physical recovery was pretty good, I was happy to take what ever painkillers were offered while we were in hospital but only needed them for a few days once I got home. I did however end up with a bladder infection (linked to having a catheter) and simulatneously, mastitis - so that wasn't too fantastic!
GL with the arrival of bubba in just over a month