Planning a family vacation can be stressful, but what happens when a pregnant DIL's demands clash with the rest of the family's plans? One mother-in-law found herself in a difficult situation when her DIL expected special treatment simply because she is pregnant. Despite offering accommodations and compromises, tensions rose as the DIL continued to make demands. Who is in the wrong here? Click to read the full story and weigh in on the debate.
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A mother-in-law seeks advice after her pregnant daughter-in-law has become increasingly difficult in the lead-up to the birth of her grandchild. The MIL is struggling to navigate the expectations of her DIL, who seems to believe that everyone should cater to her needs because she is pregnant. The MIL is finding it difficult to know how to respond to her DIL's demands, especially when it comes to planning a family vacation. Read on to find out what advice the internet has for this frustrated MIL.
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mattyhayes | mattyhayes
DIL accused of entitlement for being barely pregnant. 🤷🏼♀️
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Being pregnant doesn't make you the center of the universe 🌎
here_wegoagain55 | here_wegoagain55
Pregnancy doesn't equal royalty. MIL gives reality check 👑
dannybee3 | dannybee3
Commenters criticize pregnant woman for being demanding and unappreciative. 🤰
emr830 | emr830
Pregnant DIL's entitlement to dictate others is BS. 🙄
superflex | superflex
Pregnant DIL can't participate in planned activities; MIL complains anyway.
typicalaquarius | typicalaquarius
Pregnancy can be tough - empathy is key. 🤰
strandedinaber | strandedinaber
Is there more to the story? Family pressure and drinking concerns.
SamSLenore | SamSLenore
Pregnant DIL not the a**hole for wanting freedom on family vacation 🤰
RamenNoodles620 | RamenNoodles620
Lack of support from husband turning into everyone's issue. 😔
MidnightTL | MidnightTL
MIL demands pregnant DIL accommodate her, commenters speculate passive-aggressive behavior.
thedutchess- | thedutchess-
Pregnant DIL's dietary requirements not met, MIL's drinking habits questioned 😕
AundaRag | AundaRag
Pregnant DIL may be struggling with alcohol or trust issues 🤔
jennatar | jennatar
ESH, but MIL should have talked to her son instead 😕
pinxyou | pinxyou
DIL's pregnancy concerns dismissed by MIL, causing unnecessary tension 😒
jhuskindle | jhuskindle
Supportive comment reminds dad-to-be to step up and share parenting.
Lucia37 | Lucia37
Pregnancy hormones don't justify policing others' activities. NTA 👍
herreramom31 | herreramom31
DIL may be worried about the rowdiness and drinking around baby 🍼
Unhappy_Pitch_2524 | Unhappy_Pitch_2524
Pregnant DIL's in-law trip expectations vs COVID-19 concerns 🤰🚫🦠
Just_here2020 | Just_here2020
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killerbee1120 | killerbee1120
Pregnant DIL jealous of stepmom, but NTA for setting boundaries. 🤰
iam-X | iam-X
Pregnant DIL's concern about husband's drinking around siblings 🍺
AuntJ2583 | AuntJ2583
Support for DIL's MIL frustration with pregnancy restrictions.
Spotzie27 | Spotzie27
Confusion reigns as commenter's post history is questioned 🤔
nooutlaw4me | nooutlaw4me
Seeking information on Kurt's drinking problem 💬🍺
StellaGreenXXX | StellaGreenXXX
Good relationship between MIL and DIL despite current disagreement 😊
JayneD-oh | JayneD-oh
Pregnancy doesn't justify self-absorption. 🤰🙅
OrneryFish8 | OrneryFish8
Pregnant DIL faces NTA judgement amidst MIL's entitlement and bitterness 😬
Beautiful_mistakes | Beautiful_mistakes
Suggest creating a list of pregnancy-friendly activities to enjoy together 🤰🏻
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Consider hiring a babysitter for DIL to join activities ❤️
thestarchildhere | thestarchildhere
Pregnancy ≠ Sun ☀️ MIL needs to chill 😎
Alert-Potato | Alert-Potato
Dealing with a difficult MIL while pregnant. NTA for setting boundaries.
missguided8811 | missguided8811
Pregnant DIL feels excluded from family activities planned around drinking 🍸
Rhomya | Rhomya
Grandma not obligated to save money for grandchild or plan vacation
Responsible_Hope_831 | Responsible_Hope_831
A bit of ESH, but son should support wife's pregnancy requests 🤰
Rinn_Rebel | Rinn_Rebel
Acknowledging the NTA, but pregnant DIL isn't being unreasonable 🤰
boobsmcgraw | boobsmcgraw
ESH MIL expects DIL to conform, but parties every night is unreasonable 🙅🏻🎉
austenworld | austenworld
Setting boundaries with MIL 👍
Moist-Von-Lipvig | Moist-Von-Lipvig
