Did you tell or keep things private?

[mello_one 0]

I used vacation time at work so I did not have to tell them and only told my husband and two teenage children. I asked my children to only say I had surgery if they felt the need to say anything at all and that it was a private thing if anyone pushed. I knew I would be watched and talked about at work if they knew and I did not feel my family (mother and siblings as well as extended family) would be very supportive. I knew that my husband would be supportive and my children though they had reservations have been very supportive as well. I think I would only tell those who I knew would respect your privacy and those who you feel would be supportive. For me I quit telling people when I was dieting a long time ago because I kept failing I think that was also a factor. I was afraid that if it did not work, I would be judged for my decision. Those who knew I had surgery were just told I was having female problems.

[claraluz 2]

I told a few people at work who I feel close to and my family. That's it. Now I kind of wish I hadn't told anyone at work because I can feel them watching me. Although I have lost a fair amount of weight, it's not really noticeable yet, so that's a pain. Then again they were watching me before surgery anyway, watching what I ate, etc. . .