I have two other children and all of their middle names are honour names and would like the same for our third and last child. I am now thinking of using my MIL’s name as a middle name for this baby. But do you think it’s weird not acknowledging my own mum? I am very close to my mum now but growing up we had a very complex relationship due to her own issues and I wasn’t in her care for the majority of my childhood. Even though we are close now it doesn’t feel right to name my child after her due to the complexities.
My MIL is now in her mid 70’s and this will be her 6th and final grandchild and the only one that will be named after her. I know it would mean the absolute world to her and she is a very hands on and involved grandmother to all the children.
Am I over thinking it regarding my own mum? Should I let her know before I announce the baby’s name?
Thoughts would be appreciated, thanks.