Hi, everyone! I hope I posted this in the right place.

One week from today, I'm getting sleeved. I don't have any extended family or tons of close friends, and I can count on one hand the number of people that are aware I'm having surgery. My boyfriend missed a lot of work this year due to medical issues of his own, and isn't getting around very well (plus my cat just had surgery, and I'd prefer he spends his time making sure Mr. Cat eats and doesn't mess up his sutures.) My very best friend is away on business until August, but has offered to find a way home to be with me. I don't want either of them to disrupt their lives on my behalf.

For those of you that were alone immediately before and after the surgery (or for any surgery), and during your hospital stay, was it depressing? Did you wish you had someone with you? Would it have been easier to have someone there to help you use the restroom, get dressed, etc.? (I HAVE to put on a bra and panties as soon as they let me!)

The one thing that's REALLY bothering me is, what will happen to my belongings? I plan to bring a small bag of clothing, toiletries, magazines, my phone, and a pillow. If I'm going from the pre op waiting area - to the OR - to recovery - and finally to a room, I don't see how anyone would be able to keep up with my things.

Is anyone else worried about this sort of thing?

Thanks in advance to anyone who has something to share!

This is my first day post op. I took a taxi here to the hospital by myself, which was quick, and there were so many nurses, my surgeon, the anesthesiologists, and others coming in and out that there was no chance to feel

lonely. My boyfriend did show up last night, and it felt good to see a familiar face, but he's really just been watching me sleep.

No matter who is with us, we're all a brave bunch. This is one of the most life changing, scariest things I've ever done. Thanks again everyone for your replies and support.

Just saw this! Glad you are doing well

Yes sometimes alone time is a good thing.

I didn't care who was or wasn't there.

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This is my first day post op. I took a taxi here to the hospital by myself, which was quick, and there were so many nurses, my surgeon, the anesthesiologists, and others coming in and out that there was no chance to feel

lonely. My boyfriend did show up last night, and it felt good to see a familiar face, but he's really just been watching me sleep.

No matter who is with us, we're all a brave bunch. This is one of the most life changing, scariest things I've ever done. Thanks again everyone for your replies and support.

It's good to hear how you have done. I'm glad all went well.