I certainly noticed not being stitched as opposed to being stitched. I was more comfy getting around with stitches. I still would prefer to heal without them though

That's an interesting point about squatting cricket. My first birth was on a birth stool, which are shown to have a higher rate of tearing- due to the squat and the pressure build up with the stool pressing back up against you. Second time I was learning forward more like on all fours, but my body naturally pulled a bit more upright at the end.