Unfortunately, in-laws can sometimes become an unexpected source of tension in family life.
Their well-meaning actions may lead to misunderstandings or conflicts, especially when boundaries aren’t clearly set. A woman wrote to us, sharing how she’s exhausted after living with her mother-in-law for 10 years.
How My MIL Ended Up Living With Us.
34-year-old Megan shares the uncomfortable position she’s found herself in with her mother-in-law and husband. She wrote us a letter explaining the situation, “Hi! I have seen similar stories on your page, so I’m sharing mine too.
I want to get this off my chest. And I hope someone, who is reading this, will be able to suggest what I should do next.”
She explains how her MIL ended up living with her, “My husband, John (36), and I got our own place together years before we got married. His family was fine with it, and so was mine.
But then, John’s parents separated, and his mom came to live with us.”
Why I Think It’s Time for Her to Move Out.
Megan reveals why she’s suddenly not okay with her mother-in-law living in the house, “My MIL has been living with us for 10 years now. We’ve had our ups and downs, but I’ve managed without saying anything so far. I’m currently pregnant with our third, and space is becoming an issue.
It’s time for my MIL to move out. We have a 5-bedroom house. Our eldest daughter has a room, our younger one has a room, one is taken by my MIL, one is ours, and I’ve converted one room into an office space for myself.
There’s just no room for the new baby.”