I need opinions..

So I'm pregnant with my second child. With my first I had a breezy pregnancy, was induced a week early and chose to have an epidural. Now I know every pregnancy is different, but this pregnancy hasn't been easy. Had horrible morning sickness, constipation, etc.... Braxton hicks are no joke!  So this is my dilemma... I haven't decided if I'm having an epidural this time around, but I am afraid I won't be able to handle it. My fiancé says I shouldn't be selfish and have one. He doesn't understand what it feels like being pregnant let alone pushing a baby out. So if I would decide not to go through with it it would be to avoid an argument, but if I do how can I get him to understand I'm not being selfish... But It's ultimately my choice..?