How to deal with pushy in-laws?

I've been here! My parents had some major issues about about 3 years into my marriage. It came down to ME,not my wife, telling them in a kind way what WE feel is best for our marriage and family and NOT giving them options. Your husband needs to say that you BOTH feel it's best that you not have visitors until you have recuperated from the c-section, so they should not come until X date. Don't give them options, he should tell them nicely and firmly what you are doing, and what they need to do. It's his family, not his parents.

I know how you feel, I've been in the same situation....The thing is ...you can't really refuse visitors especially family...But you can do what i did...speak to your husband without insulting his family and tell him...i don't know how i will fell after giving birth....so don't be mad at me if i sleep when your family is here, and when they arrive tell them the same thing also..tell them that you fell really tired and need to rest...and just sleep as much as you can,,,,so if they don't like it they will think twice before coming next time..

Good luck

Tell your husband to tell his parents how you feel and your request. If they still want to come don't allow them to stay at your house. Most people when they have to spend their own money for accommodations and food don't stay very long. Good luck with the baby!

maybe you and your husband should check into a hotel room for the next couple of weeks after you deliver.....lol

i dont know...my best friend had the same problem and she is still trying really hard to keep them on their on side...they just dont take no for an answer...good luck to you..i hope everything works out for you

Your hubby needs to lay down the law for you with his parents. If those are your desires, your husband needs to make those clear to his parents and make sure they are enforced.

I would be firm and upfront, you don't have to be rude about it, just let them know that you've both decided no one will be visiting until you have recovered. If they still don't get it...........then tough, it's your home, it's your baby and they need to respect your wishes.

Oh man! I love the Qs! Tell them to BACK THE **** OFF!

It's ridiculous. Tell them "no". If it's your husbands parents make him do it. He should. It is your life, your kids, and your health!

"Tried to tell" does not sound like telling. Tell them no!!! You must learn to say NO. It's good practic for your kids because as they get older you will have to tell them NO!

You can't control if their feelings are hurt....no matter what you say or do. So say what you gotta say to them.

Talk to your hubby then together talk to the inlaws.