I had an emergency after 36 hours of induction and labour, then an elective and recovery was way quicker - as PP mentioned because you don't have the tiredness from the labour. I think because I knew what to expect afterwards pain wise etc. too it took the shock away. I kept up my pain meds even if I was feeling ok just to make sure i kept feeling ok for both my kids!

Physically I found the pain similar but it was a bit more of a distraction having a toddler and a baby around, and I think I was up a bit quicker at home. It's easy to try and overdo things because you have 2 little ones so just try and rest as much as you can!

Good luck and how exciting that you are meeting your new little one so soon!!! xoxoxo