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Need Help with Pushy Inlaws
Asked by K.R. from Dayton
on August 9, 2008
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Hello Mothers
I am writing for advice on pushy in-laws. My husband and I were married and had a honeymoon baby. They were pushy before we were married. ...Pushier a...
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- You've gotten a lot of great advice. What is it about IL's that makes them such a nightmare? My MIL watches my daughter 3 days a week, which I am very thankful for. ...
- The only thing i can think of is move away. If your husband job can transfer and you can afford the move i would move away. I really don't think there is any other way...
- I've dealt with this also and it can be SO frustrating. You don't want to offend/push them away or create turmoil within the family but you need to establish your bou...
My Mother Is Driving My Husband Crazy
Asked by N.S. from Boston
on October 29, 2008
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Hi I am the mother of a 1 month old boy. My husband is an artist and stays at home. We are very connected with our baby and with each other. When ever my mom comes to ...
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- That is a tough situation and Im sorry you are going through that. I actually have a similar situation with my mother in law. My husband and I found it best to just re...
- Boundaries boundaries boundaries..........We must in Love set boundaries. I have a similar problem. We don't want to disrespect our parents but we live with our husban...
- So, lets get this straight, she only "talks" to the baby? She talks AT your husband. This behavior is not acceptable & that is what you NEED to tell her. The more she ...
Monster in Law
Asked by J.L. from Flagstaff
on February 15, 2009
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My mother is a total monster in law. She thinks I can't do anything right regarding my children.... I need some advise. She also has turned the whole family against ...
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- Well, first I'd suggest trying your best to act as an adult. Just by using the name monster in law states that there is a lot of tension from both of you in the relat...
- I'm not real sure, but I think you're talking about your own mother. If that's the case then you simply have to stand up to her and hold your ground. I know that is ea...
- Hi J., You definitely have to have your husband on your side, if no other family members. You made these kids together after all. Hopefully you had a plan abou...
Getting Married "Do I or Don't I"
Asked by K.C. from Dubuque
on April 8, 2008
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I have been with my soon to be hubby for 6 years. We have a five year old daughter together and are a happy family..The problem is HIS family. There has been issues wi...
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- Could the bad feelings from his family stem from the fact that you have a daughter out of wedlock? That doesn't go down well with many families and bad blood can ling...
- This situation all depends on your man. If he is willing to take your side and tell them to back off if need be. I think it's a winner. I wouldn't worry too much abo...
- I have to say that i have been in a situation like that as well and that it was very uncomfortable and not right! I had put up with it for 3 yrs then i got out! For yo...
Need Advice on Dealing with Pushy/Judgemental Religous Father-in-Law
Asked by H.O. from San Antonio
on February 28, 2008
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Where to begin... my father-in-law is an evangelical Christian who has been judging his son (my hubby) and I because we do not believe in God the same as him. He even ...
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- I have been a born again christian for 35 years, and I never push it on anyone, I think that's the easiest way to head them in the wrong direction. That said, there h...
- Hello H.-- Is it possible that you could talk with your father-in-law's pastor or another member of his church who is a good friend and tell them how you are feeling ...
- H., What a lot to deal with at one time! I consider myself a pretty strong Christian with strong beliefs-but never could I beat someone over the head to make my po...
In Law Problems
Asked by J.C. from Washington DC
on December 2, 2006
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I stupidly agreed to let my husband's sister and her 4 year old son move in with us from Boston. She sits on the couch all day and watches music videos and acts like h...
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- First of all, I totally don't agree with what Sharon (another responder) said to do. I'm sure you know, but you never hit another person's child whether they're relat...
- Have you tried to talk to her about it? If you did and it hasn't helped, it's time to talk to your husband and express your fears for your son. If all else fails mayb...
- Mmm, tough choice. I had a similiar situation only it was my neice and her boyfriend. It was supposed to be a win-win situation, however neither of them would get up...
