Natural birth or c section, which did you prefer?

Ladies who have had both a natural delivery and a c section, which did you prefer in the long run? I’ve had a c section and was told I could never deliver naturally, but after a scan last week they now have said that I potentially can deliver naturally if I choose to. I know the section left me crippled for months so I’d love to give natural a shot but it seems terrifying! Let me know your thoughts x

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I never got to the pushing stage before my labour turned into an emergency c section. But I honestly found labour not that bad. You can take all the good drugs and then all youll feel is pressure (i ended up on maternity side of tiktik when pregnant. That was interesting)

Recovery after a vaginal does usually mean a much quicker recovery. Sure youll be sore but unless there is complications you dont get the long heal time

Natural labour all day long.

My c-section recovery has been smooth sailing I was up and out by day 3 in very little pain but I didn’t enjoy the experience whatsoever.

It’s also very tough having an older child and not being able to pick them up.. it made the sibling jealousy/ transition very difficult x

Had an elective c section and will be having another with my 2nd, best experience ever 👏🏻

Natural, I healed within a week and a half with my two children plus being present and in tune with your body is such a cool experience.
Yes it hurts but it passes very quick

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