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@@mk2766 Good luck with your surgery please do come back and tell us how it goes. Hey @@winklie, purchased the book as a Xmas Gift to self, thanks again and will keep you posted. Happy Holidays!

@@winklie Many, many thanks! I have been doing quite a bit of research I guess I just wanted answers on a single thread so thanks. I'm having a RNY GB and will definitely look into the books. Definitely thanks for the advice on exercising as well as loose skin, there certainly is no wrong or right way to do it so can only do as much as I can food-wise and exercise when I can. Also, first time I've come across not to eat with any tv, etc. which I will implement. At present I find something to watch right before I eat, so will definitely be keen on breaking that habit. Overall, your comment has helped a lot.

That does sound tough but it is your life and if you feel as though keeping it private will protect you then I would say keep it going especially if you are unsure about what the response would be. At least people know you've been dieting which is a step, so shouldn't come as too much of a shock. See how it goes, your progress and the feedback you receive and just go with it from there and if you do tell either of your parents just make them aware it's what you see best.

Hey, Pre-op here. Nobody knows about mine apart from my mum and best friend. I'm only 21 and our generation is so critical as well as judgemental. So for sanity's sake I've decided to keep it to myself and the two people I trust most. Just a preference x