So long as they'd be ok coming right over if you called them, I'd say plan on trying it alone. Just make sure you've shopped for your liquids to have on hand (protein powders, broths, milk, etc) and have them help you fill and pick up your prescriptions (I was sent home with tylenol with codeine for pain as well as anti nausea stuff) and see if they can plan on at least checking in via phone and willing to come over if needed. Also keep in mind that you'll need them to help you move laundry and anything requiring heavy lifting for the first few weeks as you'll be on a 15lb weight lifting restriction.

My uncle is a bachelor and has never married. He did an RnY back in 2006 and at the time I was his closest relative, about 15 mins away. He checked in every day with me that first week, and I took him shopping on day 4 as he wasn't comfortable driving yet and helped him with some laundry. Shortly after he was back to driving and doing things pretty independently. He did hire out lawn care and snow removal services for the first few months post op to reduce his risk of a hernia.

I agree with Sinderstorm. If you're comfortable, it's not stupid. Just don't hesitate to call for help...and use this forum for reassurance.

I ;live alone, and I stayed by myself after I got home. I had people I could call if I needed anything of if I wanted company or to get out, but in a way, it was nice just being able to rest without interruptions. Like sinderstorm said, just make sure you have everything you need!

As someone who couldn't do it alone (because of the pain I experienced) I would say it is best to have someone lined up who can stay with you overnight if needed. If you feel fine when you leave the hospital it is easier to tell someone that you don't need them than it is to find someone available at the last minute.

I had an easy recovery and although I have the husband, he really didn't need to help me with anything. I think as long as you have a support system in place "in case of" you should be fine.