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3 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Wendy that says:

Hi Wendy ,
Welcome

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8 days ago

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Jenny Woodworth posted a note for Wendy that says:

Good luck on your upcoming surgery. I pray all goes well and you will be feeling wonderful asap.

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11 days ago

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Russell Ash posted a note for Wendy that says:

Yes Wendy, get a recliner. I has heart valve repair 5 years ago and it was a necessity for recovery. You will have a hard time getting in out out of your bed. ...Read more

Yes Wendy, get a recliner. I has heart valve repair 5 years ago and it was a necessity for recovery. You will have a hard time getting in out out of your bed.

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10 days ago

Wm Hendrickson posted a note for Wendy that says:

I experienced better accommodation using a zero gravity patio chair with additional padding for arm and headrests plus a fitted sheet. I practiced getting into ...Read more

I experienced better accommodation using a zero gravity patio chair with additional padding for arm and headrests plus a fitted sheet. I practiced getting into and out of chair prior to surgery and took the chair with me to the hotel for short term recovery.

Richard Munson I tied a pair of my belts together and looped one end around the bottom bed post. When i wanted to g ... Read more

Richard Munson I tied a pair of my belts together and looped one end around the bottom bed post. When i wanted to get up i used it as an aid. Still alive for now so i guess it worked.

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10 days ago

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Chuck posted a note for Wendy that says:

Best of luck! Practice getting out of any chair with your arms crossed in front of you. I wish I had.

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10 days ago

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Jodi posted a note for Wendy that says:

I also am 61 and had a bicuspid valve I wasn’t aware of. I had aortic valve replacement and aorta repair on Sep 30. Recovery for me has gone well. Sound sleep ...Read more

I also am 61 and had a bicuspid valve I wasn’t aware of. I had aortic valve replacement and aorta repair on Sep 30. Recovery for me has gone well. Sound sleep is the most challenging, but I just take one day at a time. Solid support system has helped a lot. Prayers for successful surgery.

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10 days ago

Mark T posted a note for Wendy that says:

Hi Wendy I used a recliner for about 4 weeks then sporadically. Highly recommend one. And as others have pointed out, we have an adjustable base for the bed ...Read more

Hi Wendy I used a recliner for about 4 weeks then sporadically. Highly recommend one. And as others have pointed out, we have an adjustable base for the bed which was also very nice since it was helpful to have a little elevation for many more weeks.

Ernie Keen I bought a recliner and was glad I did.

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10 days ago

Nancy posted a note for Wendy that says:

Get a recliner. I’ve had 3 open heart valve surgeries and used the recliner for each. No problem sleeping in the recliner, but one that is larger/roomier ...Read more

Get a recliner. I’ve had 3 open heart valve surgeries and used the recliner for each. No problem sleeping in the recliner, but one that is larger/roomier than you might normally select is very helpful. I was alone most days in early recovery, and the recliner made it easy to get up and be self-sufficient.

Wanda Mroz Yes, get one. I’ve used it for two surgeries actually. First I had a shoulder replacement and I use ... Read more

Wanda Mroz Yes, get one. I’ve used it for two surgeries actually. First I had a shoulder replacement and I use it for six weeks. Then when I had heart surgery, I used it done as well.

Pamela Gregory Recliner saved me!!!

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10 days ago

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Nancy Best posted a note for Wendy that says:

I already had a nice leather, Queen Anne style recliner and it came in handy the 1st few weeks if I woke up in the middle of the night. Everyone is different, ...Read more

I already had a nice leather, Queen Anne style recliner and it came in handy the 1st few weeks if I woke up in the middle of the night. Everyone is different, but I also have allergies and scoliosis, so a recliner is a must. One year after open heart surgery, I can walk 3.5 mph at 73!

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10 days ago

Susan posted a note for Wendy that says:

Hi Wendy! Everyone’s recovery is individual. That said, I had open heart surgery last October at age 72 for mitral valve. Decided before ...Read more

Hi Wendy! Everyone’s recovery is individual. That said, I had open heart surgery last October at age 72 for mitral valve. Decided before surgery date to buy a power recliner instead of renting one. Figured by the time I paid for perhaps 2 months rental it would approach cost to buy one I’d found in a local famous furniture store’s outlet. After successful repair surgery, I sat, rested and slept in it for several months as I wasn’t allowed to push or pull myself up to get out of a regular bed. Made recliner comfortable enough for sleeping w pillows and soft blankets. Best of luck to you whatever you decide to do.

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10 days ago

Lawrence Beck posted a note for Wendy that says:

Congrats on your successful surgery! I own a recliner and it’s essential for recovery. Make sure it has cup holders and it’s automatic.

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10 days ago

Brian Lupini posted a note for Wendy that says:

Having a recliner was a must for me. Was able to sleep in my bed for part of the night but always got up and went to my lazy boy.

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10 days ago

anon posted a note for Wendy that says:

Hi

I traveled for my heart surgery. I rented a recliner from Cloud of Goods for the hotel room and I had one waiting for me at home ( I rented it prior ...Read more

Hi

I traveled for my heart surgery. I rented a recliner from Cloud of Goods for the hotel room and I had one waiting for me at home ( I rented it prior to me leaving). I recovered alone and it really helped me. It is easier to sleep with your upper body elevated than flat. The hospital bed can be elevated but if you try to sleep flat or get up from a flat position it is challenging-you can test it out before you are discharged from the hospital. At about 6 weeks, I transitioned to a wedge pillow in my bed which can be bought at Target.

I wish you well.

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10 days ago

Jon Oletzke posted a note for Wendy that says:

Absolutely! A life saver. We found a leather, great condition electric recliner at a thrift furniture store. It even matched my ‘man cave’ coloring. So ...Read more

Absolutely! A life saver. We found a leather, great condition electric recliner at a thrift furniture store. It even matched my ‘man cave’ coloring. So good. Slept in it for months as I healed up.

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10 days ago

Ralph posted a note for Wendy that says:

Hello Wendy,

Renting a recliner was a must have for my first aortic valve replacement but on the second valve ( 8 years later) replacement I had an adjustable ...Read more

Hello Wendy,

Renting a recliner was a must have for my first aortic valve replacement but on the second valve ( 8 years later) replacement I had an adjustable bed which worked great for me. I wish you well.

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10 days ago

Jon Hinkle posted a note for Wendy that says:

I slept in my recliner for several weeks after my valve repair surgery. Just didn't feel comfortable lying down in bed. Be sure to try it out first to make ...Read more

I slept in my recliner for several weeks after my valve repair surgery. Just didn't feel comfortable lying down in bed. Be sure to try it out first to make sure you feel comfortable enough sleep in it.

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10 days ago

Evan Wise posted a note for Wendy that says:

Wendy i had the exact same surgery and ABSOLUTELY get a recliner. Be sure it is electric so it will help you out of it when needed. Mine was from Svago ...Read more

Wendy i had the exact same surgery and ABSOLUTELY get a recliner. Be sure it is electric so it will help you out of it when needed. Mine was from Svago and worked out great. It replaced a manual recliner; I slept in mine for about 5 weeks as I was unable to get out of bed on my own. The Chair raised me and the arm rests allowed me to push myself up. If you plan on ever going to the bathroom during recovery, DO IT . BTW as you get older, your ascending aorta will be the only part of you that will not wrinkle!(Looking for a plus here) Best of luck!!

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10 days ago

Peter Aluotto posted a note for Wendy that says:

Better still, rent the type that lifts you to a standing position! But be sure you have assistance for safety.

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10 days ago

Silka Quiles posted a note for Wendy that says:

Good thinking!! Lots of luck and hugs!! From silka.

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12 days ago

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Richard Munson posted a note for Wendy that says:

OMG, cody is so cute with his little gumby toy. They give so much, and ask so little. Thank you for sharing that picture. And welcome to the site. There are ...Read more

OMG, cody is so cute with his little gumby toy. They give so much, and ask so little. Thank you for sharing that picture. And welcome to the site. There are some great people here. Me included. As i write this i am sitting on the couch with mr. shadow by my side and there is a picture of my beloved cassie on the mantle looking down on us. She will forever be in my heart, pun intended.

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21 days ago

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Ana Brusso posted a note for Wendy that says:

Welcome to our site Wendy. Blessings 🙏❤️

Wendy Hanavan Thank you Ana, you are the 1st one to write in my guestbook! ❤️🙏🏻

Richard Munson I guess that makes me number 2. Look forward to a nice picture of your dog as our beloved husky shado ... Read more

Richard Munson I guess that makes me number 2. Look forward to a nice picture of your dog as our beloved husky shadow comes from a north carolina breeder and my belief is that they are a great comfort after heart surgery. Our previous pal cassie in my picture profile played a major role in my recovery. She was my rock.

Rose Madura I'm #3! Welcome Wendy. I had a very similar story as yours. The surgery was no picnic in the park bu ... Read more

Rose Madura I'm #3! Welcome Wendy. I had a very similar story as yours. The surgery was no picnic in the park but very doable. Praying you will have a successful surgery and uneventful recovery! Godspeed.

Wendy Hanavan Here you go Richard! Cody doesn’t have as much surface area as Cassie 🤣 but he is definitely my ... Read more

Wendy Hanavan Here you go Richard! Cody doesn’t have as much surface area as Cassie 🤣 but he is definitely my comfort rock!