How To Maintain Good Relationship With Difficult In-laws

In-laws are the persons someone becomes related to because of marriage; especially the father, mother or siblings of the husband or wife one is married to and to maintain a good relationship with in-laws is often a tasking job..

Their role in every marriage cannot be undermined especially in African tradition. In some cases they want to  be in the  center  of every family decision. 

Now, to maintain a good relationship with the in-laws that have become related to you on account of your spouse, the following will act as a guide for you.

Maintain good relationship with them

To maintain good relationship with in-laws is considered the best way to cope with those that are seemingly difficult to live with. However, owing to frustration or excessive interference, it is not uncommon to hear some women wish that they would be happier if they didn’t have a mother-in-law.

Let your partner know when you are not comfortable

When you are not comfortable with what your in-laws are doing, you should mention it to your partner and not assume that he or she knows. Be gentle in your approach so it doesn’t seem like you don’t like his or her family members..

Set boundaries from the outset

 One other way couples can avoid troubles with their in-laws is for them and maintain good relationship with in-laws is to know what they would not tolerate as a couple, and this should be agreed upon by the couple. For example, a couple can agree that in-laws are not allowed into their bedroom

Advise your spouse on what to expect

For people who have difficulty in confronting their family members with their partner’s complaints, experts say such persons could also advise their spouse on how to avoid issues with such family members.

Let there be agreement 

There are some instances where in-laws come to visit their children and stay more than expected.  This is one of the issues that often causes misunderstanding between couples and in-laws.  In such a situation the couple must sit down and agree on the gentle approach to adopt without misunderstanding.

Don’t lose your head

There are instances where some mothers-in-law insist on cooking for their children, which could unsettle a wife. Be calm in such a situation and do not lose your head.

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