Felicia,
I too, have negative people in my family who always have something to say about my weight or whatever diet ventures I decide to go on. My mother is no longer living, but I have an aunt who is just like my mother and I knew she would not agree with my decision, cause everytime I would try a new diet pill,or say I am going to try something new she would always say all you need to do it just push away from the table!! DUH!!! Like if it was that easy, I would've been thin a long time ago!! So I didn't tell her till after my surgery, cause I didn't want the negativity to affect my decision. My husband, my children, my father & my friends all supported me and that was all the support I needed, I left the negativity out of the equation. So if you have other family members or friends who are in support of your decision, those are the people you need to talk to for encouragement & support.
Remember, only you know what is the best decision for you and your body!!!