Hi. Was not sure where to post this but anyway, just wanted to share that I did my very first irrigation this morning. All went smoothly. I know this is going to make my life just that much easier if all goes as planned.
Whoooo hoooo
Dancingthrough
Feb 07, 2019 4:35 pm
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Feb 07, 2019 5:03 pm
Congratulations, Dancing!
It most definitely will make your life very much easier! Way to go!
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scorsby
Feb 07, 2019 6:20 pm
Hi.
Hi for it girl. Irrigation is the best way to manage poo.
Remember, what's not in . . . can't come out.
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Puppyluv56
Feb 07, 2019 11:50 pm
Congratulations, Dancing! You will find that it will free you up to live your life! It gets easier with every irrigation. Stand or sit, which products to use! It will take a lot less time as time goes on too! I am down to 10 minutes to put the water in and 20 to let it all out! Not bad! ;Please ask for advice from those that irrigate if you need to! We are all willing to share our funny stories and horror stories! There are both! Lol
Puppyluv
Dancingthrough
Feb 08, 2019 3:06 pm
I love this site and all those who belong. The positive responses and just the great feeling is the best. Thanks everyone, day 2 even more relaxed. Great time to read. Have a great day all.
Dancing
Puppyluv56
Feb 08, 2019 3:58 pm
Great dancing! Tomorrow will be even easier!
So glad you took the big step! The first time is the toughest!
Puppyluv
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