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People making plans with my unborn child!

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NewMumsFirstRodeo · 12/01/2025 20:19

FTM - 38 weeks pregnant - so ALOT of this may be down to pregnancy hormones!

First grandchild on both sides so of course everyone is very excited.

I live directly across from my parents in a small cul-de-sac, and they have purchased their own pram. I told them there was no need as we already have one however all I have heard is 'we want our own pram'. They didn't even ask for my input on the type of pram they bought, or if I was happy with their choice (FWIW I wasn't). Just they wanted a pram so went and spent £200 on one. I've also been told they plan to buy a 'running pram', both avid runners and plan to take the baby to local races etc.

MIL lives 2 hours away and has bought a bassinet and diaper bag etc 'for when the baby stays with me'.

I know everyone means well, and we will appreciate all the support that's given to us, but AIBU to want everyone to stop making plans with my baby who isn't even here yet?!

I just want to get my child here safely and spend some time with my husband adjusting to parenthood and then for us to decide who can do what with our child. I feel so overwhelmed with these assumptions that everyone will have access to my child to with how they please!

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DorianMeile · 12/01/2025 20:24

NewMumsFirstRodeo · 12/01/2025 20:19

FTM - 38 weeks pregnant - so ALOT of this may be down to pregnancy hormones!

First grandchild on both sides so of course everyone is very excited.

I live directly across from my parents in a small cul-de-sac, and they have purchased their own pram. I told them there was no need as we already have one however all I have heard is 'we want our own pram'. They didn't even ask for my input on the type of pram they bought, or if I was happy with their choice (FWIW I wasn't). Just they wanted a pram so went and spent £200 on one. I've also been told they plan to buy a 'running pram', both avid runners and plan to take the baby to local races etc.

MIL lives 2 hours away and has bought a bassinet and diaper bag etc 'for when the baby stays with me'.

I know everyone means well, and we will appreciate all the support that's given to us, but AIBU to want everyone to stop making plans with my baby who isn't even here yet?!

I just want to get my child here safely and spend some time with my husband adjusting to parenthood and then for us to decide who can do what with our child. I feel so overwhelmed with these assumptions that everyone will have access to my child to with how they please!

This wouldn't bother me but my family already know that I'd be happy with all those things. Weird to do it before baby is born though. If you're not that close it's odd. I'm sure lots of people will have a different opinion though- family dynamics and all that!

LegoBingo · 12/01/2025 20:23

They didn't even ask for my input on the type of pram they bought, or if I was happy with their choice (FWIW I wasn't). what was wrong with it?

I'd let them know now you worn be wanting them to baby sit for at least 6 months so they don't get any crazy ideas.

Maray1967 · 12/01/2025 20:23

So you need to have words with your parents and DH needs to deal with his. Speak up clearly. Tell them very clearly - baby goes in prams that I’m happy with and baby will not go anywhere that I’m not happy about.
‘Your assumptions are upsetting me - I know you’re excited but you seem to have forgotten who the parents are.’