Uninviting Parents From Christmas Dinner

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DH and I separated a few months ago. We've been very amicable and determined to do what is best for our DD. He is coming for Christmas Dinner and my parents are supposed to be coming too. We wanted to give DD a 'normal' Christmas which to us is always with my parents. They have seen each other a few times since the separation and they get on well.

Unfortunately, my DM stuck her nose in my business this week and has now made things very awkward for everyone. I'm now thinking that the best thing is for Christmas just to be the 3 of us and for them to make other plans.

How can I nicely uninvited them?

"I don't think DH and I can remain amicably split if I invite you for Christmas. Your actions have made for an awkward week. I have to prioritise DD right now and she needs stability. See you boxing day"

do one for lunch one for tea maybe

Thank you, this feels polite and direct enough.

I know my DM will be devastated but I can't see how it will work. I don't want to hurt her but she had ruined how nicely things were running along for all of us. I'm so angry at her and I can't see that dissipating before Christmas Day.

How did your mother stick her nose into your business?

Give it a few days if it's very recent. Things might calm down.

Does she know how much she has upset everything? Would a sincere apology help your DH?

What did she do?

I like the op's message