How do you tell people they can't be the "mother" of your baby?

courtneylynnhewitt · August 2015

I haven't been able to care for my son the way I would like to since my fiancés and my family want to take over. Yes we are young parents, but I want us to BE THE PARENTS!

MyCousinVinny · August 2015

It's simple: stop letting them care for your child. If they attempt to do something, stop them and tell that they you have things under control and their help is not needed.

You need to nip this is the bud now or you will always encounter boundary issues.

Bigboobsmcgee · August 2015

Just be honest.

SashaDenn25 · August 2015

Agreed. Just flat out say something. Take charge and let them know its your child and you are perfectly comfortable caring for them yourself.

kamio92 · September 2015

My hubby and I are living with my parents at the moment. My mum can get a little overwhelming. She'll walk in to our granny flat to take the baby for cuddles or offer cuddles or bottle feeds to friends/family that come around.

I don't know your whole situation or what your families are like but take control and make the situation work for you. In the beginning I would flat out say no and then tell my mum what was going to happen or come in for a cuddle later when we were done feeding, or Bub was awake.

It's great. When I need a break or a good nap I'll ask my mum or dad if they want to take Bub for a few hours/until the next feed.

Your parents will always parent you but they are your child's grandparents. Let them know what kind of relationship/involvement You'd prefer by offering cuddles and asking for help and taking control everywhere else. Wether that is Cuddles, babysitting for a few hours and or a quick hold while you rush off to the bathroom etc.

Best of luck

How do you tell people they can't be the "mother" of your baby?

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