How Can I Tell My Mother-in-law To Leave The Parenting To Me?
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I have two beautiful little girls and one meddling mother-in-law. She seems to think that because she raised my husband she is an expert at child rearing. How do I, politely, let her know that her opinion is not wanted but at the same time not hurt our relationship?
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frak Sunday 14th of March 2010 04:28:06 AM
Well, keeping a good relationship with our in laws is really challenging. It's one of those situations where you always end up not sure to be on their good side or just be firm and say your piece.
In laws would really appreciate it if you be honest with them in the first place. That means they learn about your troubles with them from you instead of hearing it from other people.
You just have to tell them that you respect their knowledge but would like to try something new if that's what the situation warrants.
But don't forget not to alienate them. They would love to be a part of your life that's why they seem a bit meddlesome.
It's would also be wise to choose your battles. Being forever negative and closed off with your mother-in-law will only lead to a much complicated situation
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