Comparison of quality of postpartum period in women who have given birth vaginally and by caesarean section The aim of research: the aim of this research is to examine considerations and desires of pregnant women related to the ways of giving birth. Furthermore, to explore if pregnant women wish to decide themselves how to give birth regardless of experts' advice. Also, to conclude what is the quality of life like after C-section as well as vaginal delivery. The study draft: the research through sections was conducted at Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic in Clinical hospital Osijek. The examinees and methods: the research included 60 women in labor, 30 who had C-section and 30 who had vaginal delivery during July, August and Semptember in 2015. Information was collected through anonymous questionnaire with questions related to birth experience. Through different criteria some conclusions are made about the life quality of women who had C-section or vaginal delivery. Results: 80 % of the examined women think C-sections have bigger health risks. 90 % of those who had vaginal delivery were satisfied with the time they spent with their children within 24 hours from the birth in comparison to 40 % of those who had C-section. 100 % of those who had vaginal delivery got up 6 to 8 hours after the birth and only 3% of those with C-section. Conclusion: This research shows that women are aware of potential risks of having C-section and generally they tend to give birth through vaginal delivery, but because of the fear of having severe pain during this act an acceptable solution would be to have an epidural analgesia labour.