Hi there!! I had my sleeve done on 4-6 during spring break. I have 2 girls (11 and 13). Thankfully they were at their grandmothers for the week so I was able to rest. I didn't tell them anything until they returned home. I told them I had a procedure done at the hospital. I didn't exactly tell them what It was. I felt that they would take on a responsibility that wasn't theirs. Of course they asked a ton of questions and still do. They ask about my eating habits and things. they are girls so I don't know if it's different for boys!! Good luck with your surgery????????????