There’s no one way to manage it all, but we can certainly learn some tips and tricks from each other. Momslikeme.com recently came to me to share advice for their readers about how to meet the demands of motherhood and business. Read momslikeme.com’s interview with me here and tell us what you think.
Are you planning to work after you have your baby? How would you answer those interview questions?
I came across the following post on the babycenter.com message board and since I’ve heard about many pregnant women in similar MIL “it’s complicated” relationships, I decided to share some advice. What’s your advice for her?
mommietobe14
Posted 7/13/09“I’ve known my MIL my entire life and she’s a really nice person. However, I feel that [she] wants to “take over” with baby planning. She irritates me with her thoughts and suggestions, and I get the feeling that she wants a major part in our baby’s life (more than just the normal grandparents visits. Our ways of life are somewhat different and I really don’t want my kid to be influenced by certain things she does. She has no one else (my husband’s her only kid, she’s retired and divorced). She’s been the type that’s helped everyone in her family and now she’s sooo excited about taking over our kid. I am not feeling it at all! I don’t even want her there when the baby’s born! I feel like I am being the wicked daughter, but I don’t know what to do! My Mom, whom I love dearly, may not be able to help much due to some health reasons, but I am okay with whatever she can do. But my MIL is driving me crazy! Is it just me?? Let me know whatcha think ladies!!”
Hi! I'm Laurie Puhn, a relationship communications expert, family lawyer-mediator and best-selling author of "Instant Persuasion". Welcome to our blog for expecting couples!
