Should I have another baby?

Question

(*disclaimer* My baby is only three months so I'm not planning to get pregnant anytime soon.)
So I had a very difficult labor experience with my daughter, (60 hours of labor, 3rd degree tear, episiotomy....) and honestly it terrifies me to think about having another baby. But also, I don't want my girl to be an only child. 
I'm wondering if anyone feels/felt the same? 
Did anyone have a difficult first birth and then a better second one?

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With my first, active labor was close on 24 hours and was traumatic for me because the hospital staff was not at all helpful. My second was 6 hours from first contraction to birth.
There are obviously no guarantees that a second labor will be quick and easy. For example, my mom's 2nd labor was the hardest (4 total) because my brother was a huge baby and was sunny side up. But I do think that sometimes just being more prepared in knowing what is happening /might happen can help if you can get over your fear.

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I'm having a hard time with that as well. I hated being pregnant, and I ended up having to have a c section, which was my worst nightmare. I always wanted more kids but idk if I can go through being pregnant again let alone the fear of another c section. There is a very good chance he will be my only child because of that. But it's up to you, every baby/delivery is different! and I've heard it's a little easier the second time.

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I had a bad birth my first also and my second was bad but definitely not as bad as my first it was just longer since I was Induced and I wasn’t dilating fast . My first was actually bad but fast. I did get scared but it was worth it I’m due with #3 soon hopefully it goes smoothly .

Should I have another baby?

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