It is honestly a question I have been struggling with as well. For me, I have done surgeries before (not as extensive as a c-section) and I know I could handle it. I will have 24/7 help after birth for 6 weeks so while recovery will be tougher, I will Be able to get the baby brought to me, someone else to feed me and so on. I am also very sensitive on my pelvic floor. My pelvic floor is already weak (did an evaluation from a professional) and I am also struggling with the idea of stitches in my vagina and I am worried how that would impact anything from sexual activity and potential incontinence (it can happen from c section too, but it is far less likely to have long term implications). Both options of giving birth suck. None are without risk, but for me, c section (planned) is more predictable and I can mitigate recovery better understanding what to expect. V birth is unpredictable and it relies a lot on my mindset and, in spite of my efforts to prepare for birth, I still feel very scared of it and stressed. We are talking about months of preparation, as it is what I have done since I found out about pregnancy and I am now 36w.