Holiday Visits
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Mad at Uninvolved Family (Vent)
Asked by B.D. from Wichita
on April 10, 2011
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I know that we have no right to "expect" either DH's or my family to help out with our children. But I have to say, it p*sses me off that they won't help us at all. Wh...
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- I totally understand my husbands brother and wife live not even 2 seconds from us and we never see them. We have invited them over for bbq's in the summer and birthday...
- I would just take things for what they are and find a way to make things work for yourself in spite of it all. If you have to pay for a sitter, just do it. High scho...
- I think you need to let it go. I understand your frustration, but you're not going to change them. So pay the sitter and go out and have a good time! Or befr...
In-law Holiday Issues
Asked by H.H. from Philadelphia
on December 13, 2010
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My husband's parents are both deceased and he has one brother who lives far away. His brother is 40 and has a girlfriend who is in her late 20s. They moved about 2 yea...
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- Make it about them...WE thought you would be more comfortable at the Hampton Inn, WE didn't want to wake YOU so early, sleep in and give us a call when you need to be ...
- maybe if you politely ask them to clean up after themselves, and keep reminding them (like youre their mother) that they forgot something on the couch, or wherever.......
- I think I would tell him that it won't work to be there over christmas as you already have plans but that if he wants to come on the 26th that would be great. your ri...
I Need Tips on How to Get Through the First Holiday as a Single Mom.
Asked by A.W. from Grand Rapids
on December 17, 2007
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I'm looking for anyone's advice on how to handle the holiday season as a single mother. This is all new for me, I only left my husband 5 months ago. He was cheating ...
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- Spend time doing things you love with your kids. Stick close to family, love your children daily and know that you are better for it. (I was a single Mom of 4) I had n...
- Hugs to you A., you will get through this, its going to be hard, no doubt about it. Focus on your son, do things with him to bring joy to him, his smiles and laughter ...
- Hi A. I know this is a very tough time for you but I just want to say good for you for not putting up with his garbage. You deserve better than that. Everybody ...
How to Deal with Family Overnight Guests for the Holidays
Asked by K.B. from Denver
on December 12, 2010
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Hi all, I am seeking advice on a subject that must be plaguing tons of other mommies. How do I deal with family holiday visits? I am married with three young childre...
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- You have two weeks before they're due to come. Why don't you call mom and say you're not up for it. Or if you're willing to travel, tell her you'd like to be the gues...
- It's time they learn about hotel reservations.
- I tell my parents I'll host whatever (it usually ends up being July 4th, but sometimes it's Christmas) but they have to stay at a hotel. They always do.
Family
Asked by V.O. from San Francisco
on June 13, 2011
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Okay, I have a 20 year old daughter and a 17 years old son still living at home. My husband and I were invited to my mother in laws for dinner on Sunday. Actually we g...
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- If you are a close knit family, then it has become a family tradition to go every Sunday, and I could see how your husband would take offense. In this case the tradit...
- if they are living under your roof and not paying any rent, i would make them go. its obvious that you all have this family time at grandmas house every week, so your ...
- Its an excessive reaction, but I'm confused too. You say "my" kids a few times, so is hubby step-dad? If so, did it occur to you that maybe he felt that the "young adu...
MIL Visits?
Asked by N.F. from Detroit
on August 28, 2011
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Okay, so a little background. My mom is not in the picture. My husband and I have our little girl just over 4 months ago. She is the only grandchild in mine and my hus...
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- Talk to her -- be direct in a nice way. Ask her why she doesn't visit more?
- I think once a month if a nice ammount for someone you dont really want around too often. An hour drive is far enough to keep her from bugging you, but close enough to...
- Another MIL here: I have two DIL's, DIL A is fifteen minutes away and DIL B is over 2 hours. With each of my DIL's I try to give them the space they need to be who th...
Help with Deceased Husband's Family Gatherings
Asked by L.W. from Nashville
on January 3, 2012
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Okay, I don't normally plan this much in advance, but it's something that's really monopolizing my thoughts at this post-holiday time... I have a 5 year old boy who m...
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- I would write a nice card and include the parts above where you say something like: "it is akward for your current husband and that you wish to spend holidays with you...
- Make a luncheon date with your exMIL and or FIL, let them know exactly what you have said here, they don't sound like unresonable people, they could pick your son up f...
- I can understand it would be difficult. I for one, need to have an alone Christmas with just my immediate family every few years. Your child sees his family very of...
22 Weeks Dr. Visits Stressing Me!!!
Asked by A.R. from Los Angeles
on October 14, 2011
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Hi Ladies. Yesterday I went to my monthly check up. I am 22wks prego and I have been having some stressful visits with the specialist. I am 38yrs old so my regular Dr....
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- Hi! I totally understand what you are going through - I had my first baby at 38 years old and the second last year when I was 40. WIth the first baby they thought they...
- I have not experienced this to the same degree, but did have to have a Level 2 ultrasound with my second baby due to some false positives with the screenings. I was a...
- I found out I am pregnant at about 10 weeks. We did an u/s to see how far along. At that appt, a doc cam e in a told me the nucal fold measurement was elevated and p...
How Does It Work in Your Family?
Asked by S.J. from St. Louis
on July 6, 2011
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I have a few questions regarding your kid's grandparents (either side, or both):
- How often do the grandparents see the kids?
- What is the distance between grand...
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- My parents live 45 mins away by car. My In laws live 50 mins away by car. My parents see my son once a week and they are usually the ones to come over. I visit them on...
- It depends on the grands. How often do the grandparents see the kids? My mom sees DD about once every 4-5 months. My ILs see DD about every 1-2 months. Sometime...
- My parents are in their mid-60's, retired and live 35 minutes away. For many years they watched the kids 3x per week at their home for free. Now that they're all in sc...
My Family and I Don't Want My Stepsons Around at Holidays
Asked by K.L. from San Diego
on November 22, 2010
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I have two horribly behaved stepsons ages 10 and 11. I have had them for the past 5 years. I took a leave from my career the past four years to try to get their beha...
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- i know EXACTLY how you feel. My stepson knows how to manipulat the situation and does it with my husband and in laws. It's getting worse as he gets older. And of co...
- This is one of the saddest posts I have ever read. Instead of being so concerned with your "loving" family's feelings, try having some empathy for your chidlren. Yes, ...
- I would not send the boys away. They are bad now, but could become so much worse if they figure out you don't want them around. Can you get a break somehow? C...
