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2 Children & a Saggy Belly :( - Southampton, England
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Have a tt booked in for June the 4th two weeks...
$5,600
Have a tt booked in for June the 4th two weeks today (scared) just joined to chat and for some advise really.
What is needed for after that you would say is necessary.
New to this site so bare with me :D any advise would be fantastic
I live in a house with the toilet upstairs kamode needed also people say to get a recliner chair? X
What is needed for after that you would say is necessary.
New to this site so bare with me :D any advise would be fantastic
I live in a house with the toilet upstairs kamode needed also people say to get a recliner chair? X
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UPDATED FROM TTprocedure
8 days pre
After garment
I'm seeing people buying there own after and saying the hospital ones aren't great. Do they need to be tight? And what are sizes like? Helpp :)
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May 26, 2014
I'm excited for you! I had mine on May 14th. One thing I would highly recommend is to get a raised toilet seat - it really saved me. You can find on Amazon for about $20. Also, you look into renting a hospital bed - I've heard that is helpful. I found I was ok with propping myself up with lots of pillows, and had a pillow under my knees. I'm not sure you need to buy a recliner chair - unless you were going to get one anyway. Also, make sure you have loose comfy clothes - as it's hard to get yourself in and out of clothes for a while. The first 5 days was the worst for me - just be prepared and let yourself heal. It does get better. I'm doing much better now at day 12. Good luck!!!
May 26, 2014
Hey! How exciting, not long for you now :) I'm 24 PO and my TT has been one of the best decisions I've ever made! A bed wedge was one of the best purchases I made...you can make a perfect V shape in bed with right amount of pillows on top! A grabber was also a great purchase (I bought both from amazon). Everybody has a different experience, but I was fine going up my stairs when I got home (day 2 PO). And again everybodies PS may reccomend something slightly different but mine recommended a Velcro binder from Macom. Good luck and I'll be excited to see your results! X x
May 26, 2014
Definitely do the bed wedges. I did not have a recliner or wanting to rent one. I got mine from Amazon. I am only 5days post op and they have been a life savor. If you will be alone, plan to have a cooler of water upstairs. Also, have all your meds and some snacks handy for when you have to take those meds. I did not need a raised toilet seat. It actually worked better for me to slightly bend and pee standing up. TMI, I know . . . sorry. :) You will be great. Have a tv and computer handy for all the hours you are going to spend recovering. Get low sodium foods. I didn't eat much the first few days, but I recommend things like applesauce, toast, jello, low sodium soups to keep your energy up. I am not a big fruit eater, but love these little cans of pineapple/banana/ orange juice. They have been a life savor too. Just sharing what has worked for me. Oh, and stool softeners. Good luck with everything!!
May 27, 2014
Hey how are you feeling today? Thanks for your comment very helpful! Got the stool softners ready :)) am of to a mobility shop this morning to see what's going to be cheap an helpful :D il keep youl update ;) x
May 27, 2014
Better today. I think I am getting to the point where I'm like . . . ok, let's wrap this thing up and I still have sooooo far to go. It's because I am feeling better. Just baby steps though. I forgot to mention a neck/ travel pillow. I use mine a lot. Especially since I am so prompted up when sleeping. I am still in the doctor issued compression garment. I will let you know what he says tomorrow. I was wondering if he will keep me in it, give me a new one or tell me good luck! :) He also has me wearing this thing from my under my boobs to my thighs with a hole cut out for bathroom visits. Hoping that will be eliminated tomorrow. The hooks up both sides can hurt if they are not sitting just the right way. Stay brave my friend. It will all be worth it!!
UPDATED FROM TTprocedure
5 days pre
Recliner chair & kimode rented
So I have booked to rent a big recliner chair and a kimode as my toilet is upstairs(nurse advised) 6days today eeek
Any last minute things anyone can recommend that helped? Hope all you post ops are recovering well x :) x
Any last minute things anyone can recommend that helped? Hope all you post ops are recovering well x :) x
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