Daughter or Son In-law
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Daughter in Law
Asked by S.T. from Boston
on July 22, 2010
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when we arrived at my grandsons birthday party, my husband stated that he thought having fun and games in a very hot driveway was "stupid". My daughterinlaw, who was s...
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- Why would you husband say something so mean sounding? What was his motivation is passively-aggressively calling his son's wife "stupid"? I thought her reaction wa...
- Hi, I have to begin by saying I am a DIL of a very opinionated MIL. I have been in this situation a while I have not done what your DIL did, I wish I could sometimes. ...
- Your husband was out of line. Think of all the work, time, stress that occurs before a party or gathering. You have been down that road before. All the arrangeme...
Communication with Daughter in Law and Son
Asked by A.C. from Tallahassee
on January 1, 2010
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My son and his wife and 2 grandkids come to visit every so often. When here it seems my daughter in law does not care that I keep an orderly house and disregards what...
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- Honestly....if the visits are only "every so often" I would ask yourself if it's really worth saying anything Sometimes these types of awkward conversations/requests ...
- Simply say "Daughter in law, do you mind taking up the diaper, clothes, etc." Most people don't mind being told things, it is usually how it is said that causes probl...
- Next time, have them stay in a motel. Visit for a few hours each day, and then send them to their hotel room. That way everyone gets their own breathing space from ea...
Daughter in Law Pg with Twins
Asked by A.F. from Austin
on November 1, 2010
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Adorable daughter in law is preg with twins. These will be "our" first children/ grandchildren. DIL is tiny and is already showing at 15 weeks. I am looking for sug...
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- As a mom of twins myself, I would suggest cleaning services for her in the last few weeks of pregnancy and the weeks after. Also, just be there to lend a hand every n...
- Gosh, I wish you were MY MOL!! All of the above are extremely thoughtful gestures. You are blessed to have each other. Best of luck....
- You are incredible sweet! When I was preggers, my mom always made a point of sending little things to my husband. The daddy is often left-out of the gifts and cards....
How to Talk to My Daughter and Son in Law
Asked by K.W. from St. Joseph
on May 27, 2008
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I have 3 grandchildren and both their parents smoke my youngest grandchild months has been having lots of trouble breathing around them. Now the parents have been on v...
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- Hello, Have you tried asking them to stop smoking in the house, and they could go out side to smoke, I;m a smoker myself and so was my husband but when my son was born...
- Have these children gone to an allergist/asthma Dr? Obviously HEPA Air Cleaners running in each room would help a great deal. But honestly as parents they should sto...
- Hi, K.. This is probably one of the most infuriating situations to be in! I sympathize with your dilemma as all my husbands family smokes. I do not like my children t...
My Daughter in Law Looking for Fertility Specialist
Asked by C.N. from Dallas
on July 27, 2008
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Hello Everyone,
I am lucky enough to have both a 5 year old and a 24 year old stepson and I love them both so very much. I also am very close to his wife. She has ask...
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- Hi. Dr. James Douglas in Plano is awesome as is his staff. I have had two successful pregnancies as a result of his expertise as a result of IUI and IVF. I highly r...
- I have heard good things about the Doodys' clinic as far as results, but I have heard it's like a "cattle call". Not much personal attention and you will mostly be se...
- C., She might try Drs. Kathleen and Kevin Doody at the Center for Assisted Reproduction in Bedford. That is who we used. We also know of two OB/GYN families that ...
Problem Daughter-in-law
Asked by B.B. from Detroit
on December 15, 2011
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dil is a big problem, very self-centered and most likely other problems OCD, phobias, controlling, etc.
they have 3 children, 2 of them twins. They do not take the tw...
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- Maybe marriage issues. Try and get some one on one with her.
- There really isn't anything you can do. It's up to her whether she wants to take the twins out. Maybe she doesn't because they are still very young and hard to handl...
- You're not giving us enough info. Have you ever liked her? Did she get like this once she started having children? Have you ever tried to understand why she is the ...
Seeking Advice for Daughter-in-law.....
Asked by L.W. from Atlanta
on September 5, 2006
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My daughter-in-law (married my son five months ago) insists that an ex-boyfriend kidnapped her little boy (3 at the time) and she has no clue as to her son's whereabou...
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- Get the form to apply for a birth certificate, help her fill it out and mail it for her. You can also apply for a social security card or a copy of one she was already...
- L., There may be more to this story than you are hearing. I don't know your DIL and hate to judge people, but my ex-SIL signed away her rights to her first son and...
- As expensive as it is... I would hire a lawyer. He can access more records than you can alone, and can do more about educating on the process/procedures/laws involved ...
What to Say to Ex Daughter-in-law?
Asked by T.J. from Corvallis
on January 20, 2009
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Unfortunately my son's divorce will be final as soon as the judge signs the papers in about a week or so. He thought there was a 90 day wait, but apparently not. I was...
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- T., Divorce always brings up the ugly side of people. Please don't take things too personally. If I were your son's ex, what I would appreciate hearing from you is...
- Because you are a Christian and study the Bible, your heart is telling you to act toward your DIL how we as Christians are supposed to model Christ's love. Don't ignor...
- T.-- Ouch. 1) If it was her idea, she has a lot of nerve complaining that she has to move out! That said, I watched my husband think it was ever so unjust that ...
Daughter-in-law Issues
Asked by S.H. from Boston
on September 2, 2012
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My daughter-in-law considers me to be less than hospitable at our summer home because I asked that the children use the outside shower and rinse their feet before comi...
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- I agree she could be jealous of your competence in areas where she doesn't feel very skilled. There could be a privacy issue with the shower - some people are just ne...
- I'm a little on the "girlie" side and the truth is I would not want to have to shower outside under any circumstances. If my choices were between going someplace and ...
- I agree with Robyn - try doing a little less, and give her the opportunity to be competent at being her children's mother. Tell her about mistakes that YOU have made ...
Daughter in Law Going to AA Meetings
Asked by K.K. from Denver
on November 6, 2008
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I love your advice! My son called me to let me know that his wife has gone to one AA meeting. I have known that she has a problem with alcohol and that her daddy is ...
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- You are so sweet to be supportive of her. You are also right- she needs to do this on her own. You did not let her down, she just may not have been ready before, and a...
- K., One thing that you can do that would help you to understand the disease and the family dynamics is for you to attend an Al-anon meeting. Al-anon is specifically...
- Hi K., I like what you said about staying out unless asked , that is smart. That is great you love your DIL and want to support her, good for you! Wait for her to reac...
