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Asked by kaylia2oo5

Q: How to deal with not-so-happy In-laws...

I'm having troubles with my in-laws, and am not sure what to do about it! All of my family, DH, etc are super excited about the upcoming arrival of our new baby. He/she was planned, we went to an infertility clinic to get pregnant, etc. We also miscarried last year, and it should come as no shock to anyone that we were TTC.
DH's family are being complete asses about it. Last year when we miscarried, his mother made a comment about how she would NOT congratulate us, as congratulations was NOT in order. We both work, have our own house, are getting married next year, etc., so she has no reason to think that.
When we told her this time, she didn't say congrats or anything, and hasn't really been involved at all. When DH mentions it, she ignores it. What do we do??!! I'm to the point of feeling like I never want her around this baby, OR myself anymore!!!!!!!

This question was asked May. 1, 2012 8:51pm
Category: Relationships During Pregnancy

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Answered by crystallove - Feb. 21, 2018 3:21am
Hey there Kayla.I hope you are doing great this time around. Life has a way turning upside down and likewise for people.I do not know whether it is due to diet or any other reason.The number of pregnancy-ending up in MC are increasing day by day.Millions of women are having MC and there is nothing to be ashamed of.One thing I would say is that mental stress plays a huge rule in this.So do not worry about what the future holds and keep calm.Stay away from hot tubs and let nature take its course.Please do not stress about your inlaws.They are the worst people ever giving mental stress for no reason at all.Enjoy your pregnancy as much as you can you are the only person that matters right now.Start a proper diet and do yoga for about half an hour a day.This will really help release the tension in your abdomen and you will feel better.Also, talk to your husband about this more.I am sure he will understand it.Take care of yourself love and send some baby dust my way as well.

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Answered by RihanaSam - Mar. 16, 2018 3:22pm
Sorry to hear about your condition.
But now its the fate that we are this way.
I'm also infertile dear. I also can't have a baby naturally.
Now at the age of 43 i am married again to someone else and we want a baby of our own.
I know at this age it is quite difficult to have a baby off my own womb.
Keeping in mind all the complications regarding pregnancy now i think i should go for some other option to have children.
From my last marriage i had many complications regarding pregnancy.
I don't have any other options left so far so surrogacy is the only solution to my problems i guess.
He agreed to my proposal so i started looking for clinics with good surrogacy records.
I founded many clinics regarding surrogacy and i picked up the few clinics too for further discussion with them.
I contacted many clinics and told them every aspect of our complications.
From their satisfied answers i guess some clinics are the best solution for having a baby.

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Answered by crystallove - Feb. 3, 2018 4:54pm
I totally understand where you are coming from but I also feel like people are running out of patience and understanding for one another, I m sorry for your loss but you have to understand that people are not generally evil everyone is entitled to there own views and you have to respect them. I see a lot of trends on these forums where all people do is a bash on their in-laws because they are not there to defend themselves, and people can be so dumb all they do is fuel their fires which are extremely counterproductive from both sides. When was the last time you had a chat with her ? it is so easy to call people out as assholes but how many times have you sincerely tried to workout ur problems instead of calling them bad words. I'm sorry if I sound a little harsh but I've gone through MC as well and have had similar problems but I choose to work them out with everyone and have received nothing but comfort from them. I hope you see where I am coming from. Talk to them.

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Answered by a member - May. 2, 2012 1:13pm
Let your partner handle them, not you. There his parents. Talk to him about your feelings and have him approach them. It's his baby too.

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Answered by klara2222 - May. 2, 2012 11:29am
Well, as they say, you can pick your friends and pick your nose, but you can't pick your family. If this is causing you stress and upset, it's time to step back and not engage with them for a while. If they want the relationship with you, your better half and your little one, they will eventually step up and initiate contact. If not, as a lot of the other respondents have said, you don't need the stress, heartache and frustration of dealing with all this right now. Take care of yourself first - if they come around, fine. If not, at least you won't be exposed to the negativity. *big hugs*

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Answered by a member - May. 1, 2012 10:41pm
If I'm not mistaken...you guys are in the middle of some really big things. I believe one of your other post said that he has been detached from his other child that doesn't live with you guys...and that you were not sure if you want him to try and get this kiddo...Also..I think you said something about him not helping you enough around the house and with other things...With that being said...maybe the mother in law is just worried that you guys don't have your stuff together. ? So...maybe just sit down and talk to her. Ask her where this is coming from..and clarify a few things with her. Grandparents are connected to our children along with us. Maybe the other childs situation is hitting her hard.?

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Answered by jenn945 - Feb. 20, 2018 1:04pm
hey, Kayla first of all congratulations on the big news.Really you are one of the luckiest people alive i must say.These things like MCs are all a part of life.These come naturally.Nobody has any hand in doing so to you.So you must stay calm.And enjoy the new arrival.I hope that the new arrival will fill your heart with such joys that your Mother in laws words won't bother you.People around you are heartless.They cannot imagine the pain you have had after your MC.You must not pay heed.If he were actually sincere to you she must have been happy no matter.So do not care.You are being gifted with the biggest gifts.Learn from your husband f he is happy you should be too.So stay happy and calm.Best of luck

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Answered by tgreene - May. 2, 2012 3:38am
My mil is the exact same way i say you stand firm and ask her what's her problem dont be afraid to speak your mind get it off yoir chest and she doesnt have to be involved in your childs life my mil isn't and uts one if the best moves we ever made she's a negative person and children don't newd to be around thay


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Answered by sally28 - Mar. 17, 2018 7:01am
It is completely okay dear. She is acting like a typical mother in law. She has a very conservative mind. I don't know why people do not support their children at such times. When you and your DH needed her support, she did not support you both. It is better not to think about her. I think when this baby will come into the world, she'll start developing good feelings towards him/her. Afterall, who can stay away and not love their own grandchildren? So, don't worry. Everything will be okay!

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Answered by jilly6768 - Mar. 18, 2018 5:03pm
It is okay sweetheart. In-laws can be alot of pressure sometimes. You just have to hold on for a little time. Just don't let it affect you. Stay focused and do your thing. You'll conceive soon and prove them that wrong. And I am sure that after the baby arrives, they're going to be fine. I am sure it's also important to them. Don't get stressed over it. Take lots of care. Good Luck.

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