Hi Jane!
I understand your trepidation. I had a long and rough labour with DD (8 yrs ago!), and a difficult start with no family support, and ended up with what was recognised in hindsight as post traumatic stress disorder. I didn't cope at all well for over a year. My fear of having a similar experience kept us from trying for another child for 8 years (!extreme, I know).
The way I see it now is that each child and each time in our lives is quite different, and we came through it and probably learnt a few things that will give us a head start this next time. It doesn't really make it any less scary, but some of the best things in life are achieved once you look fear in the face and do it anyway.
I wish you every blessing on your TTC journey and look forwards to seeing you 'round the boards!
:-)
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