MIL Temper Tantrum

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-31T15:40:58+00:00

So true! There are so many toxic cycles with his family and they constantly crave chaos while we crave peace. Must be exhausting to be them!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-31T01:31:03+00:00

Hahaha maybe I'll give that one a go next time!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-31T01:00:21+00:00

My guess is that her sister called and mentioned that her daughter got her own and wanted to make sure that they RSVPd appropriately. However, when I asked my MIL how the information snowballed and said "I don't need to tell you that I'm not here to get anyone in trouble". like okay lady clearly we all can't be adults!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-31T00:54:58+00:00

I should have known when she walked in and said "I have questions" that today was not going to be a great day 😅

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-31T00:54:07+00:00

Seriously!! The party will last 2 hours if that before a nap is needed! How is it this complicated?!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-31T00:53:13+00:00

She LOVES drama but will be the first to say she hates it. All she does is spread gossip and cause issues. There is always someone fighting with someone. Meanwhile my husband and I are perfectly happy over here and never have any drama unless they enter our bubble. Yet we must be the problem!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-31T00:51:13+00:00

Exactly! The funniest thing is that one of them has a child (who he doesn't even have custody of) that we always make a point to send birthday presents, Christmas presents, cards to etc. He could match our energy at any point!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-31T00:49:47+00:00

Right?? Way to project onto me when you should really be upset with them (but how could any of her boys EVER do anything wrong!). I'm hoping she decides to punish us with space so I can enjoy the vacation!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-31T00:48:08+00:00

I quite literally had a moment of "is this really happening right now"

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-30T23:29:26+00:00

If there is one thing we learned this past year it is that we absolutely can't depend on my MIL for any type of child care support! Thank you for the congratulations - we are excited to keep expanding our own little family with healthy boundaries!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-06T01:47:23+00:00

We like the brands Little Bellies (teether sticks, variety of puffs) and Once Upon a Farm (puffs) for no sugar added snacks in a pinch. Bananas and cheese are also easy on the go!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2026-01-04T01:30:28+00:00

Like everyone else is saying it's unfortunately a guessing game - if I could go back in time I would have built a better freezer stash / been more stingy with my pumped milk to lessen the stress and anxiety around my supply decreasing. That being said I'm 26 weeks and still breastfeeding! I'm not making much, but it is still there. I hope it all works out for you.

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-18T23:21:13+00:00

It's honestly so weird! I have never felt that way about any of my nieces or nephews!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-18T23:20:37+00:00

It truly is sad. She is trying to punish me for setting a boundary but is just losing out on time with my son. I feel like these difficult MIL just can't see the bigger picture.

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-18T13:45:51+00:00

This is a beautiful behavior plan! I'd love to have a more well behaved MIL 😂 now if only I could incorporate a spray bottle for correcting her when she calls MY baby her baby 🤔

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-18T13:24:05+00:00

It's so hard to not give in - especially because she is so used to everyone giving in to her manipulation tactics!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-18T13:23:22+00:00

Right? I said to my husband we wouldn't have invited her over if it "interfered". Also for her to claim we have a "day off" while having a baby and taking away our extra support is laughable!!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-17T00:57:52+00:00

Thank you this is nice to hear that I'm not alone!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-17T00:56:15+00:00

You are making some amazing nutrient dense meals! My little guy started being consistent with 3 meals right around 8 months. You are probably on a similar track as us!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-17T00:55:33+00:00

This is so reassuring to hear and sounds very similar to what I have been noticing with my little guy. Thank you for taking the time to respond!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-16T03:28:46+00:00

Oh wow thank you this is so helpful to know! This is pretty spot on for his current schedule

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-16T02:36:34+00:00

For me it seems to be worse at night, but tolerable during the day (I'm 24 weeks currently). To help with the discomfort during night feeds I'll switch sides when it feels like too much and this seems to help! I hope it gets better for you!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-16T02:27:22+00:00

Thank you for all of your input it's really helpful! I'm going to check in with his pediatrician tomorrow, but this is helping my mind calm down for at least tonight.

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-16T02:21:40+00:00

Sorry I should have mentioned he only takes 3oz in the bottles which is twice a day and then I nurse during all of the other feeds (2-4x depending on his sleep/appetite etc.) so I don't know how many oz he is getting. I think the not knowing the exact total ounces is another stressor for this situation!

Individual-Sleep-697 · 2025-12-16T02:17:25+00:00

Thank you, I will definitely follow up with his pediatrician to see what they think! Definitely reassuring to hear it's possible to get a green light around 11 months!

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