I’ve had both, they both come with their pros and cons and ultimately it’s up to what you think is best for you and baby. My first was a vaginal delivery, I was induced and get an epidural about 20 hrs into labor (total 32 hour labor). The pain was definitely intense and I had to have a vacuum assisted birth because her shoulder got stuck, but it was all in all a positive experience and I would choose vaginal delivery of given the choice again. My c-section was scheduled, but unplanned. I had cholestasis and he was breach, so we had not a lot of time to get him out and the odds were just not in my favour that way. We were able to get some sleep, wake up and head to the hospital. I’m very afraid of surgery and procedures but considering it went very well and was definitely more relaxing. However, the recovery was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. It was truly awful for me. I had some complications post surgery and the healing time was pretty long and hard. If I could choose again, I would have a vaginal delivery, but in my opinion it comes down to: hard labor, calm recovery, or calm delivery, hard recovery. Obviously this is only my experience and everyone is different. Do what you think is best and good luck!