Mari,

I have 2 sets of parents (mom and step-dad + dad and step mom) and then I have my in-laws as well.

My mother is a talker about health stuff, but only afterwards. She will tell us about any problems/concerns only after they are cured or fixed. My step-dad doesn't talk at all, he doesn't even tell my mom about anything health related.

My step-mom and my dad are both more like me. They talk about it as soon as they notice it, keep us updated about it, ask our opinions, etc..

My in-laws will talk about health stuff only if we ask. They don't want to "bother us" or "worry us" with their problems, but if we ask then they will talk about it a bit, but we have to ask the right questions.


Everyone is so different when it comes to talking about personal stuff - whether it be health-related or work-related or about their relationships, etc...

I hope your mom is recovering well from her surgery.

Liz