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How To Set New Boundaries In Your MIL-DIL Relationship

Dear Jeff and Lori,

My husband and I recently moved to the valley with our young child.  We used to live near my mother-in-law and she was very supportive and engaged with us. Since we moved, her expectations of how much she should be able to visit and call are becoming overwhelming. My husband agrees, but isn't willing to set boundaries with her. He says he doesn’t want to hurt her feelings and I think he’s avoiding conflict with her. When I set boundaries with her, she complains to my husband about me. My husband and I rarely fought before this situation, but now we’re in a constant battle. How do I convince him to stand up to her?

Sincerely, Desperate Daughter-In-Law

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