Quick update: My wife and baby are doing great, and we’re adjusting to the new normal of having a baby at home. I have not yet rescheduled my takedown surgery, but am aiming for some time next year. In the meantime, my ileostomy is working well and is a totally livable—if not ideal—situation.
I’ll start updating again if any issues arise or when surgery is again on the horizon, but for those considering J-Pouch surgery, a fellow former-UCer just posted a very helpful FAQ about the process and her experience, which is definitely worth checking out.
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Hi Ben
I was wondering how you and the family was doing.
Please keep us posted.
I’m so glad to hear everything is going well, thanks so much for reading and re-posting my blog:)