A recent Daily Telegraph online survey into in-laws shows that many mothers-in-law are seen as being passive-aggressive and gossips! More than a quarter of respondents said their partner’s mother had actively tried to break up their relationship. So how do you deal with a difficult mother-in-law?
When your mother-in-law just doesn't like you...
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When Granny showers your child with lollies...
So she seems hellbent on destroying your child's teeth?
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When she won't stop interfering...
The Daily Telegraph survey found that accusations against the in-laws run from the milder "always trying to interfer
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When they say they don't see enough of their grandchildren...
Fitting in visits can feel like yet another pressure - we're all time-starved, after all.
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When they favour one child over another...
Start by giving them the benefit of the doubt (perhaps they don't realise how their behaviour is coming across), and suggest
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When they're always popping in...
Feel like your space is being invaded?
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When they're reluctant to help you out...
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When they're too strict with your child...
Disagreements about discipline are one of the most common flashpoints where grandparents are concerned - and if you feel they
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Granny hasn't bonded with your child...
It would be wonderful if every child had a devoted granny - but in reality, the relationship sometimes needs a helping hand.
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When they won't child-proof their home...
'I'm a nervous wreck whenever we visit the in-laws,' admits Catriona, 37, mum to boys of two and four.
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When they spoil their grandchildren...
So they shower your child with presents, spending far more than you're comfortable with (or could afford to spend yourself?).
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