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Negative DIL

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Dinkiedoo · 25/10/2024 13:41

Our DIL is so negative about everything.
We do what we can with the grandkids. Buy them stuff. Babysit etc .
But there is barely a word of thanks to be honest but hey they our grandkids.
What pees us off is the negativity. Little snipes about our generation and our views on different things.
When we look after the kids we are told what to do.
Small gifts often rejected as its not what kids would like.
I find we are both backing off which we don't like but sick of being contradicted every time we open our mouths .

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Whatsitreallylike · 25/10/2024 13:58

When you say ‘little snipes’ are they in response to ‘helpful’ suggestions?

My MIL constantly gave advice on cot bumpers, water for new born, weaning from 3 months etc… I had to constantly remind her that times have moved on, then all I’d hear is ‘I don’t know how you all survived’!

ThatTealViewer · 25/10/2024 13:52

But there is barely a word of thanks to be honest but hey they our grandkids.

Why do you blame your DIL for this, instead of your son?

Little snipes about our generation and our views on different things.

More info, please? If you mean you’re expressing views and she’s disagreeing with them, that’s her right, is it not?

When we look after the kids we are told what to do.

Yes? Of course you are? What’s your complaint? They’re not your kids, why wouldn’t their parent(s) tell you how to look after them?

Small gifts often rejected as its not what kids would like.

Such as? And are you aware that they’re not what the kids like prior to offering them? Would you prefer they accept gifts the kids disliked, as opposed to giving you the opportunity to get something they’d enjoy?

Pumpkinsandchutney · 25/10/2024 13:46

Is this the reverse of another OP on here today (from DILs point of view)?

FasterMichelin · 25/10/2024 13:45

Need more examples.

Are you sure she isn't just busy and stressed. I have young kids and honestly am just surviving half the time.

I think you could maybe exercise more grace. And also put some of the expectations on your son rather than purely blame DIL.

Kentuckycriedfrickin · 25/10/2024 13:44

Why is it down to your DILA to thank you? And what views is it that that she doesn't like? People won't always agree on issues but if you know she doesn't like the views you're expressing then it's probably best not to express them in front of her.

CoCoNoDough · 25/10/2024 13:43

Well what is she contradicting you on?
Maybe she wants you to back off.

AnneLovesGilbert · 25/10/2024 13:42

Does your son not thank you?

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