BENJI'S HEART SURGERY 🫀 the journey before & after a major cardiac operation 💪
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- The revenue from this video is being donated to Wessex Heartbeat Charity, recommended and suggested by Benji's Surgeon, Mr Tsang. We think they are doing amazing work and will be making our own donation too. For more information, click here → www.heartbeat.co.uk/
We wanted to say a HUGE thank you for all the love, support, kindness and well wishes to Benji. This was a huge operation and so vulnerable of him to share it. He's making amazing progress each day and we are all so proud of him. We have the most gratitude and appreciation to Southampton Spire Hospital, and all the amazing people who cared for Benji during this, so extra thank you to them. We appreciate you watching and look forward to sharing new vlogs and adventures when Benji has recovered soon. Thanks again, Brogan & Benji xx
timestamps 🫀
0:00 🫶 Benji's tumour & surgery plans
4:07 🏥 Shaving his chest & pre-op hospital chat
6:14 🫀 The surgery day
8:50 🩺 Intensive therapy/care unit
12:25 2️⃣ days post-op
14:50 3️⃣ days post-op
16:42 4️⃣ days post-op
18:04 5️⃣ days post-op
19:23 7️⃣ days post-op leaving the hospital
20:34 🔟 days post-op chat with Benji
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Welcome back, everyone! Today's vlog is the before and after of Benji's surgery. This was a huge operation and so vulnerable of him to share it. He's making amazing progress each day and we're all so proud of him. ❤
We have the most gratitude and appreciation for Southampton Spire Hospital and all the amazing people who cared for Benji during this, so extra thank you to them. We appreciate you watching and look forward to sharing new vlogs and adventures when Benji has recovered soon! 😊
The revenue from this video is also being donated to Heartbeat Charity, recommended and suggested by Benji's Surgeon, Mr Tsang. We think they are doing amazing work and will be making our own donation too. 🫀 For more information, click here → www.heartbeat.co.uk/
Thanks again for all the love, support and kindness xxx
ps. Home Vlog coming on Thursday!
Brogan how are you doing I know from when my husband got a very rear case of necrotizing fasciitis 2021 it was so hard to deal with everything that was going on have to make decisions for him as he was coma . Please talk about how you fill throughout all of whats gone on . I don't know if you felt the same with benji but we say we can't live with out them but I think it's thing like this we're you know you can't be with out them it's a strange fill to explain. Please remember to take care of you . Send you both all my love and support . Xxx
I fell on your youtube channel last night whilst looking for reviews of business class long haul. I am coming back to London then Paris from Melbourne Australia, for an extended family home visit - 2 months, I Hope.
As a newly retired Operating theatre nurse, specialising in open heart surgery for the last 34 years I'd like to 'Thank YOU' for this . I have never been thanked before. All the theatre nurses and allied staff are not seen by the patient and get forgotten in the thank you cards and boxes of chocolates etc.
Your video has at last made me realise (reminded me) how much our work means to each and every person that crosses our days. I was a personal scrub nurse and with my Surgeon / Boss we operated on 6 people with open heart sugery a week, so how many lives we have changed is awe inspiring actually.
So thank you for opening my eyes and heart and making me feel like the newly appointed theatre sister with her dreams of helping people all those years ago. I will follow your exciting journey for as long as you write. God Bless and keep you both healthy and happy. Melbourne Aus.
You breaking down in the car crying really got to me, so real I could feel it. Love you Benji and wishing you the speediest recovery so you can get out there travelling again 😊
I came here for the Disney vlogs but over time I've come to really care for you both as individuals and a couple. I haven't been around too long so only heard about Benji's health problems in your most recent Disney trip but the way you both handled it publicly is outstanding. I'm so glad Benji finally had the surgery and that he's doing well, a big relief for you both and for all of us of course! Can't imagine how hard it's been, sending so much love
That was so overwhelming to watch, can only imagine how you all felt during that time. Your supporters and followers are rooting for you Benji! What a chapter in your life you can move forward with. Lots of love to Brogan and your family and wishing you well in your continued recovery xx
Thank you Nicole, that is so kind of you xx
So so glad Benji's surgery went well and he's making a good recovery! This video brought back some incredibly raw emotions for me, my dad had open heart surgery a few years ago and watching you 'relief cry' after the phone call felt like watching myself!! It's a feeling like no other isn't it. Benji seems to have perked up so quickly, and you have been amazing with helping him too Brogan. So happy for you both xx
I’m sitting here with our 17 year old son who had his open heart surgery on March 28th. A big thank you to Benji for helping to explain the way he feels now that he’s at home! It is helpful to have that insight to maybe know how our son might be feeling as well. Sometimes it’s hard for a 17 year old to put into words how this experience has impacted him. Big hugs to you both!! Being their caretaker isn’t for the faint of heart either!❤
I have only just seen this video about Benji’s heart operation. Wow you covered everything so well & Brogan you had me to tears when you got so upset in the car. It’s such a worrying time when people are in hospital having ops & you can’t be there with them & waiting for them to come around so you can actually go & see them. You are both so loving & caring to one another. ❤❤I’m so pleased that all went well for Benji. I watched your wedding cruise & a couple of your other cruises which are so informative well done. ❤❤xx
I recently started following you both during your wedding cruise and got fully invested. Your relationship and obvious love reminds me so much of me and my fiancé. So I’ve went back to watch older vlogs including this. It made me cry… a lot. At how brave Benji is and how scared but brave you were for him Brogan. Such a lovely couple with a great outlook on life. Never change! ❤
Glad Benji’s surgery went well. The fact that Benji can still crack a joke and stay kind and positive through all this - like wow! What an incredible person he is. Wishing him all the best.
Firstly let me just say I’m so grateful that Benji is doing so well. My husband of 30 years was hospitalized during Covid 2021. He ended up having a stroke. I was home with Covid as well and wasn’t allowed to visit, obviously. Those were a dark 12 days. My best friend saved me by taking care of me best she could from a distance. My oldest son stepped in the parent role making decisions for my husband. Long story short it was a blessing for us both to learn who we can rely on when we can’t rely on each other, and to be grateful for every moment together. We’re both thriving now. He’s 99% recovered with just a small visual loss. Watching you share your journey Brogan was incredible. I cried when you broke down. I understand that feeling of both fear and relief. You also need to accept your positive role in Benji’s recovery. You’re so important to each other. That bond can be a miracle in times of true darkness. Sorry this is so long, what I’m really wanting to say is thank you for sharing pieces of your lives with us. Wishing you many more wonderful adventures together.
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Love that Benji still uses his incredible humour even in testing times ❤ what an inspiration, wishing him well in his recovery
I know, I was so surprised, he is a trooper!! xx
I’m 20 years old and have watched your videos for a long time, when I was 17 I experienced my first heart episode and ended up in resus having my heart stopped twice. Three years on I still struggle for answers/diagnosis, and one of my biggest fears that truly impacts my day to day life is that I will need a surgery like this. Watching this video has truly helped these nerves as I can see the miracle of modern medicine in real life. You will never know how much this video will help people and all I can say is thankyou so much, I’ll pray for your continued recovery!
This was such a vulnerable watch - thank you Brogan and Benji for sharing this raw and real part of life. I’m so pleased you are now at home recovering - I have donated directly to the charity mentioned and hope it goes a long way in helping others in Benji’s position. Lots of love to you both xx
That is so kind of you Katy - thank you so so much xxx
I’m so happy Benji’s surgery was a success. I’ve had 8 surgeries myself, and one was an open abdominal surgery, so I understand how hard everything is. The best advice I can give to Benji is to listen to your body. It can do more than you think it can, but if you feel like you can’t, don’t. And try another day.
And cheers to Brogan for all that she does. This is a struggle for both of you, and as always, positive vibes your way. 💚
Brogan getting the good news in the car did me in, I ugly sobbed. I hope you are feeling so much better now Benji, hell of a thing to go through! Love you guys so much (not in a weird stalker way just a friend way :) that it hurt to see you hurt. Big hugs and lots of good healing xx
Thank you so so much, we really appreciate the love and support! xx
My husband is about to have a heart transplant. I can't tell you how much I needed this video. Thank you for the vulnerability & Benji's willingness to share. It helped so much
My dad had a open heart surgery in Southampton hospital in 2019. Their cardiac and intensive care team is absolutely incredible ❤️
You’re both so brave for sharing this, it’s so inspirational! I can’t believe how well Benji looked so soon after the surgery and Brogan your love for Benji just shines through. I hope your recovery is going well ❤️
Thank you Poppy! xx
So glad to see Benji’s surgery went well and he is getting stronger day after day. Very brave of him to share his story and show the clips of him in hospital. hope this video is able to educate people.
Congratulations benj (and brogan) for getting through such a traumatic time! As a physiotherapist myself, I can appreciate what benj has been through as I have helped many recover from the same surgery. I know you’ve still got lots of recovering to do but you should be really proud of yourself! Hope your both doing well both physically and mentally.
All the best and thank you for the video! Would be a great video for other patients to watch xx
Omg Brogan you've got me crying 😭 I can't explain how happy I am for you both that it went so well!!! Sending all the healing vibes ❤
Oh god I’ve just watched this. Mr Sangh is the same surgeon who did my dads heart surgery, he’s a great man. He saved my dads life too
Brogan and Benji, you both are so amazingly brave and strong. Thank God that Benji’s surgery went well. Brogan, when you got the call in the car that Benji was out of surgery and doing well… your reaction, the overwhelming wave of relief coming over you that you couldn’t contain, was so pure. My husband and I cried along with you. You and Benji are in our prayers. Much love and respect
What an incredible guy Benji is. Huge life moment and so glad to hear all has gone well. Take it easy, Benji and heal well. Hope you are ok too Brogan. So hard to watch the person you love go through this xx
I so want to give the two of you a huge hug. The courage Benji has shown, along with yourself, is nothing short of remarkable. When you lost it in the car, well you were not alone. I'm still sniffling as I type this. That's a birthday you won't soon forget huh Brogan LOL. Happy belated by the way! I know it's so late. Thank goodness Benj is doing ok and making progress. I'm extending my heartfelt wishes for a continued full recovery. I appreciate you sharing all this. So proud of him and you too. Never far from my thoughts. Sending my love💌💌💌🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
So much love to you both - what a brave thing to document this difficult journey, but this video will help loads of people.
I can relate to the feeling of having a loved one in surgery and not being able to do anything but wait (and hope the intrusive thoughts don't get too much). You both did so well and I'm glad Benji's on the mend
You can see that he looks better and better each day that we see him post op. It’s reassuring for us as viewers even though we haven’t met
When you broke down from relief I started crying with you! I have been in a similar position to you, my now fiance had a heart attack at 26 and we didnt know what the future would hold, but the relief I felt when I found out he was going to be ok was the most emotional I've ever been in my life ❤️ I thought it was funny how you kept trying to correct him that he had done this by himself and he kept insisting that he couldn't do it without you as my fiance says the same thing. When you're a partnership everything you go through, you go through together, good or bad. I'm so glad Benji is doing so well, I hope the rest of his recovery goes smoothly. ❤
Dearest Benji and Brogan. I've been one of your silent supporters/lurkers for quite a few years now and I just wanted to send my love to you both (and Bonnie of course).
Benji, take each day as it comes, baby steps (literally). You're doing so great and there's no rush, these are the building blocks for your future health ... rest (you've got a good excuse).
Brogan, you are a warrior! I know it's Benji that's had the surgery but in reality you've had it worse... watching someone you love suffer and not being able to take their pain away is horrendous.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us, your online 'family'. I look forward to seeing you going from strength to strength.
Sending you both healing thoughts and positivity xxx
Like many others I’m sure, I wept along with you in the car when you got the good news. That’s just love and building your life with someone. There’s no words for it really. So glad Benj is on the mend! ❤
My momma heart wanted to jump the pond and be with you🥰. It’s always hard to see our children hurt but then you see how proud you two made everyone. Healthy healing wishes from afar.
Benji sending prayers and love to you and may you have a positive recovery. sending both of you love and positivity! stay strong and take it one day at a time. I am beyond happy you are okay and got through this surgery. Doctors and nurses are Angels. I have had four surgeries and it takes time to heal. sending my prayers to you both. 🙏
This made me cry, Brogan, your reaction when you heard Benji was ok 😭
Bless him, seeing the massive improvement just ten days later was incredible! Don’t rush it though Benji, take the time needed to heal and before you know it you’ll be back cruising the high seas together ❤️
When you were talking about him going in for surgery I was crying, when you were in the car I was SOBBING. That must’ve felt like a massive sigh of relief off of you
Incredible video
You could definitely feel the relief of it going well in the car. Get well soon Benji. The Candy Crush worry was brilliant x
How emotional, so lovely to see Benji in recovery. Take it easy xx
I’m so glad everything went well, wishing Benji a speedy recovery
Such wonderful news! Cheers to you both 🎉
The strength of you both is so admirable. So pleased to see Benji on the mend, what a bloomin trooper. Big love to you both ❤
so happy for you both glad Benji's okay take care of each other Liz xxxxxxxxx
Wow this is an incredible vlog! I cried pretty much the whole way through this. You are both incredibly strong and brave. What a team ❤ Sending all the well wishes to Benji too xx
Thank you so much to you and Benji for sharing something so raw! I’m glad benji okay! And hope he has a speedy recovery!
It's so brave of you two to share all this!! Sending ❤️
Benji has balls of steel to go into this with such chill, good vibes. Inspiring! Wishing you a swift recovery ❤️🩹
Such strength shown in this video, from you both. Seeing Benji in that much pain was heartbreaking, praying your hardest days are now over.
Sending love & strength to you both xx
Thankyou so much to you both for sharing this and being so vulnerable. You are both so brave for sharing all this! Sending so much love to you both and I hope the rest of recovery is good for you both xxx
I think you two are so, so brave. Wishing Benji a lot of strength and a smooth recovery!
What a hard hitting watch! Very brave to share- wishing Benji all the love and health xxx
So glad to see Benji recovering so well. What a difficult experience for you both. Sending lots of love and a speedy recovery x
What an absolute rollercoaster of a year for you both. Thank you for sharing this, I’m sure that it wasn’t easy for either of you. Sending you both love and I hope that Benji’s recovery goes smoothly x
This video was so open, honest and brave. I hope Benji has a good further recovery and thank you for sharing this with us! Love to you both ❤
Sending lots of love to you and Benji. He’s so brave for sharing his surgery journey with others and we are all cheering him on through recovery! ❤
Such an amazing story and video to post, you are both so strong xx
Delighted to hear that Benji is doing well. I’ll be keeping both of you in my thoughts and wishing for a speedy full recovery ❤
It is SO brave of the two of you to take such a difficult moment in your lives and share it with the world. I'm certain this video will help others. I'm sending you and your family's my best wishes for your continued recovery. Looking forward to many more years of great content from you both.
Thank you for sharing, it’s so good to hear everything went well 💕
Such a brave and honest blog from you both. So brave to share warts and all. Good luck on your recovery Benji x
Well done to you both for this video - very brave if you to share such a scary and vulnerable time.
So glad to see Benji is recovering so well and keeping positive!
Recovery may feel long but remember each day is a step in the right direction 💖
Wow such an emotional video, I was crying with you! It's so good to see Benji on the mend x
I’m so happy to hear that Benji is through the surgery and recovering! ❤️
Thank you, thank you, thank you for being willing to share this. I've been thinking about you guys, sending good vibes, thinking good thoughts your way for the past several months, wondering and holding thumbs!!
Good to see you doing so well benji. Sending you all good wishes for a speedy recovery and happy healthy rest of 2023. X
What an insight you have been given us. Incredible video. Wishing you a speedy recovery. To any NHS staff reading this - thank you! You serve us at our most vulnerable moments and we are so grateful to you x
What a raw emotional video, so brave of you to share this journey ❤ sending you all the well wishes on your recovery Benji ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing!! Sending lots of good vibes for a fast recovery!! ❤
Thank you for the update. I’m so glad Benji is doing well. It was interesting to see the journey. Sending lots of love x
So glad to see you recovering well you’ve been through a lot I was in tears watching here’s to a speedy recovery ❤
So great to see you on the mend Benji - these are the moments in life that make you appreciate all the great things that are to come!
Thank you for documenting this difficult journey. It must have been such a hard experience for Benji but also you of course. ❤ All the best for the two of you and a swift recovery for Benji. 💐
What a Blessing. You two are amazing.
So I was in tears with you. The relief was palpable ❤
I’m so glad the surgery went well! Wishing Benji a speedy recovery!
This was an emotional watch. You are both so incredibly brave. Brogan, I can't imagine the wait and the emotion until you heard how it all went. Benji, I wish you a speedy recovery, as it seems you are recovering so well already and to a healthy future ahead of you!
An emotional watch! Well done Benji, good to see you smashing recovery. I’m quite a new viewer but loving your videos and the two of you. Such a special couple! Lots of love xxx
Thank you for sharing your story Benji, and Brogan for creating such a lovely video. Wishing Benji a speedy recovery, hopefully you’ll both be back travelling and living life to the fullest again soon ❤
So unbelievably brave and vulnerable of BOTH of you to share this experience. We love you both so much and feel grateful that you continue to share your life with all of us ❣️❣️❣️
Wow, this was an incredibly emotional watch. I’m so proud of you both! Wishing Benji the speediest recovery & sending so much love to you both❤
This was incredibly gut wrenching and vulnerable. Thank you for sharing. Brogan I cried when you cried in your car. I am in awe of both of you, your courage and strength is inspiring. Benji rest up and I wish you all the speediest recovery, brogan you are amazing and so real. You are both salt of the earth and we are so privileged to be able to see some of your most private moments. It’s not lost on any of us who adore and support you from afar xxxx
So so pleased for benji, you have both been so brave through this time, get well soon benji… your in safe hands with brogan ❤
Benji is so brave and so brave for sharing this, sending love to you both!! ❤
Wow, thank you for sharing such a vulnerable video. I absolutely cried along with you Brogan! I'm so glad that everything went well & that Benji is well on the road to recovery.
Wow this was an emotional one. I am so proud of you guys, this was so raw and vulnerable. I am hoping benj has a quick recovery I will keep you guys in my thoughts!
Well done Benji!!! Hope every day is getting better for you ❤
So glad that Benji is doing well!! Sending good vibes for a complete recovery!
So pleased for you both! ♥️
❤ you were so brave to share
Best wishes to the both of you! Amazing team you both are!
Thank you for sharing this journey, I’m sure it wasn’t easy. Happy to see Benji doing better!! Sending all the healing thoughts his way!
Lots of love to both of you xxxxx Thank you so much for sharing xxxx
So glad you made it through your surgery and were gracious enough to share your experiences for others.
We wish you a successful recovery. We love you both!
What an emotional video, i was in tears a few times.Thank you for sharing. So glad to see Benji recovering well after such a huge operation. Love to you both ❤️
Such a personal journey for you both and keeping it real. Thank you for sharing this with us all and lovely to see Benji recovering so well with your care and support x
Thank you for vlogging this, your so brave to share this with us, much love xxx ❤
Thank you for sharing this Benji and Brogan. It’s great to see you using the platform you have to show that these things happen and you’ve not let it define you.
Glad to see Benji up and moving at the end and feeling okay, hopefully he’s onto a winner and a speedy recovery.
Take care. ❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing...the generosity, bravery and spirit of you both is so wonderful to witness. Looking forward to your full recovery and your life continuing on as it should. Xx
Such a vulnerable and brave vlog. Glad all went well ❤ Wishing for a speedy recovery Benji and Happy Birthday Brogan xx
So glad all went well - Brogans such a star here’s to a full recovery and many happy adventures ahead
I’m so happy and relieved that this big operation is behind you both. Wishing Benji a smooth and speedy recovery. Lots of love to you both. ❤