Question:
Wooden Spoon question #2
How many of you needed the infamous "wooden spoon" if you had Lap RNY instead of open? Any difference? — Denise B. (posted on August 7, 2003)
August 7, 2003
I had open and I did not use a wooden spoon or tongs. Able to take care of
my needs myself. It might just depend on how much you weigh going in.
Everyone doesn't need them.
— Delores S.
August 7, 2003
I brought a spoon with me and never needed it. I did ask for a peri bottle
which you fill with warm water before you hit the can, pour it down your
backside and just pat dry.
— bethybb
August 7, 2003
I brought a wooden spoon with me but never needed it. I had lap RNY
5/13/03 and was scared about that, because I would rather take care of
things myself than have a nurse do it. Although it was not easy, I
managed.
— Happy I.
August 7, 2003
I had a lap RNY and did not need the wooden spoon. I know others swear by
it, but the thought of it skeeved me. Then again, I didn't
"need" to even figure it out for a whole week after surgery.
Pleeeeese do yourself a favor and make sure you have a bowel movement
before you are discharged, even if you have to ask for a laxative to do so.
I would ask the day before you leave for something to help you
"go". If you want more details look at my profile or drop me an
e-mail.
— Fixnmyself
August 7, 2003
Hey that's why you have nurses! :p. I just used my tongs to pick up
things I couldn't reach and let the staff clean me up. You really can tell
a good nurse vs a bad one in how they well they will wipe you! The good
ones will get the warm moist towlettes and make you fresh as a flower. The
bad nurses will just gab a hunk of rough toilet paper and make a couple of
passes and send you off to bed a bit stinky.
<p> Take Care, Be Well, Be Happy!
— John T.
August 7, 2003
My BMI was 56 and I had OPEN, and still was able to wipe myself. Took some
doing but did it - no aids needed.
— [Deactivated Member]
August 7, 2003
you people amaze me! We are the most sensitive, loving bunch of idiots
that exist, and I am not joking! Why don't I live in a neighborhood where
you all are my neighbors? There is no subject too sensitive or gross that
we all can't help each other out and show love and support to people we
have never met! My own husband wouldn't show that kind of caring. Maybe
none of you will read this, but I want you to know that you all are the
people I want in my life, not my snobby neighbors who only pay attention to
me when I am losing weight and ignore me if I gain. by the way, a
backscratcher works much better! ha ha! I had to resort to this when I had
abdominal surgery, and i found them at local import or basket shops.
worked great for backscratching when the arms won't go around after
surgery! love to all of you! darci
— darci T.
August 7, 2003
I had trouble reaching certain "places" before the surgery so
after I came home from the hospital, couldn't reach at all and tried the
wooden spoon and it worked like a charm. Had to use it for a few weeks and
as the soreness went out of my tummy, didn't need it anymore. It was a God
send. But if you didn't have any trouble before the surgery, chances are
you won't need the wooden spoon after surgery. Hope this helps.
— Mary Ann H.
August 7, 2003
I had an open RNY and invested in a "pro" model. I have had very
bad back problems for years. Over the last few years I would occassionaly
go through times of not being able to "take care of business". It
turned out that I needed some special sutures on top of things so I still
can't bend the best (surgery was 6 1/2 weeks ago). I made the decision to
get a Bathroom Buddy. With shipping and handling it was just over $40 (I
know the price was almost enough to make me need to use it!). BUT, for me,
it turned out to be well worth it. I am hoping my back problems will
improve but do expect them to be a life long thing. That's why I was ok in
investing in a great tool. In the past I had tried a few other things
including a cheap pair of thongs but nothing has worked a great as this
does. If you need the web site to buy one please email me. Happy wiping!
— Kathy J.
August 7, 2003
I had a lap rny with six incisions across my waist area, under my ribs and
at my belly button. They were small, but boy did it make it hard to
stretch and reach when it came to trying to wipe. The wooden spoon was a
God send. I definately did not want to ask my mom or husband to help me
wipe (not a pretty picture). I would say spend the dollar or two and
invest in the wooden spoon. Better safe than sorry.
— ckreh
August 7, 2003
This might be of help to you ...<BR><BR>
http://www.dynamic-living.com/bottom_buddy.htm <BR><BR>
— [Deactivated Member]
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