Tips for husbands

persevere · September 29

I mentioned these in a reply a few days ago but thought they might be worth repeating in a post. For those husbands caring for DWs here's a few things I've picked up along the way:

bra straps for bra straps. Yes, they make these small straps that go in the back that connect the two that go over the shoulder if your wife has a problem with straps not staying up on her shoulders.
If you don't have a shower hose get one. It's a must for cleaning private parts
Leg shaving. Really struggled with this but I have two methods. One, of course is in the shower. Gotta have something for her to prop her leg up and just do the best you can with razor and soap. Second - go buy an electric leg shaver. Bought one at target for about $30 bucks. Works great on dry skin. Just find a comfortable set up where you either sit down and she stands in front of you or have her prop her leg up.
Slip on tennis shoes
I noticed her skin on her face was starting to have issues. Notable her chin. Dermotologist pointed out that she's probably drooling at night. So every morning when we get dressed I dampen a washcloth and wipe her face all over
Hair. Finally decided to shorten it up a bit over the shoulders. Much easier to maintain and keep clean. Fits in the shower cap better.

OK, that's about it for now.

M5M · September 29

All spot on except for shaving legs……I cannot remember shaving my legs in the past 55 years….surely this is one chore you can stop! I would imagine your DW is wearing long pants mostly, anyway.

blacksparky · September 29

Excellent advise here. I have replaced here bras with clasps with sports bras and I have bought a couple of pairs of slip on Sketchers. I also had her hair cut short for easy maintenance. I found a 3 in 1 liquid soap that is a shampoo, conditioner and body wash. This eliminates two steps when helping her shower.