TOP Tips for Getting Along With a MOTHER-IN-LAW

I asked a huge group of women, "What's some helpful advice you would give to a young woman regarding a mother-in-law relationship?" These are their responses and whether or not you have a mother-in-law today, these could be helpful for you!

[Nora-qhgf]

My mother-in-law doesn't speak English, and still has several young children herself, while I have none yet.. so it's a bit of a different relationship. One way I'm trying to show my love and respect for her is by learning her language so we can one day have our own conversations without my husband interpreting!

[margiehalpern]

My mother-in-law was in the early stages of dementia when I met her, but her sweetness and wry humor were still quite evident. Knowing that my husband's family had adored his ex-wife and that his mother and his ex had in fact been very close friends, I will always be grateful for the kindness she showed me. Among friends and relatives I've seen great mother-in-law relationships and thoroughly fractured ones....mutual respect goes a long way.

[loveloveheart]

not married and not dating but will save this one for later! Thanks Emily! <3

[izzycohen]

My mother-in-law is an amazing strong woman. She is of course my first mother-in-law but I am also her first daughter-in-law so we are learning this relationship together. She is so amazing and I got lucky but we still have things that we're learning about each other and our relationship. This was helpful.

[laumtz]

This is a good one! I've had a tough relationship with my MIL . I've always kept my posture and respected her and it had actually made her realize the problem. Which I thank God for that and also her reversion to the Church. 🙏🏼

[nikkitube]

I’m getting married this summer and through the wedding planning process I let my future MIL know she can be as involved or uninvolved as she wants but that I of course would love it if she was there for all the appointments and stuff if she’s available. She has been to everything I’ve invited her to and it has helped us get to know each other even more. I’ve never had any negative opinions about her because she is a saint for raising my fiancé (used to be quite a wild child) but getting to know her and the rest of my fiancé’s family makes me love him that much more because I see all the things I love about him in their personalities. I’m truly blessed with the best future mother in law.

[kirstine]

This is so helpful. I've known my mother-in-law for two and a half years, and it's definitely not been the easiest relationship; I need to practice compassion, as I think she's a bit insecure - but I'm also practicing boundaries, as I moved far away from my own mother after the wedding. Thanks for being so open about how difficult it can be, and all the ideas!

[Brendaiarizaga]

Omg Emily this could not be any more perfect timing!!! I’m actually meeting my boyfriend’s mom this weekend! I mean she’s not my mother-in-law... yet LOL but still she could be one day! Thank you for making this video! 😊

[christianmamadiaries]

This is the most genius video idea! Though they can be hard, they are family and we as mothers can learn SO much from them❤️ thank you for doing this video!!

[lahwhoseher]

I was just talking to a friend yesterday about our mother in law situations (both of us). Wow this video was perfect timing! Thank you so much for this and making me think differently.

[sarahthompsonreining]

Love this! Marriage/Wedding-related video request: I’m getting married in June 2020, and I would love to hear some Catholic newlywed advice?!

[peterernst]

Hi Emily, thanks for your helpful message! Mother in-law relationships have to be handled with special care, never assume you know what they are thinking, just be open, polite & understanding

[brunaanfruns]

Super helpfull Emily! Sometimes it was hard for me to understand my mother in Law until i understood that every family is diferent and do things diferently! Just love her for who she is and for raising such an amazing son!:)

[HannahHarwell]

Loved hearing all these tips! Getting ready to probably meet my boyfriend's mom next month and I gotta say it's a bit intimidating not knowing what to expect... but some of these definitely apply to my situation even if she's not my mom-in-law and I'm saving this video for future reference, too. I appreciate you sharing!!💜

[missiebennett]

I love this woman so much! And this video is one of the many I will go to all my life for healthy, Godly advice and encouragement! Thank you Emily!❤

[hopeestherr]

My mother in law and I get along SO well. She actually lives with us now. We’re great friends.

[veronicabloemeke]

This has been in my queue for a while, but I got engaged last week so I decided that it was time to watch it! Thanks :)

[riantebarnabas]

Love this, I have an amazing mother in law to be and this is absolutely insightful ❤️

[MirKat]

Hey can you do a video on getting along with your possibly future husband’s mother in law and sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, and father-in-laws. 🙌🏻

[darling.in.dubuque]

I dont have a mother in law - she passed away the year prior to me and my now husband dating - however being a new wife, I do notice some quirks about my father in law and I love him to pieces