Key In-Law Boundaries: Experts' Top 5 Advice

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Let them know what is and isn't OK when they're visiting.

Maintain marital space, set boundaries with in-laws for a healthy relationship. Define visit rules, privacy, and notice preferences to avoid conflicts.

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Be clear about your limitations with constant communication.

Set clear boundaries with in-laws to limit frequent and untimely phone calls. Strengthen your spousal connection by prioritizing your time together.

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Keep them out of problems between you and your partner.

In disagreements, partner's parents shouldn't meddle due to bias. Maintain boundaries early on; kindly express the need for private resolution.

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Be firm about your financial boundaries.

Navigate marital finances cautiously; discuss loans, support, and limits with in-laws. Set clear boundaries to align with goals. Be cautious of conditional financial gifts.

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Don't let them push past your physical preferences.

Set clear physical boundaries, including preferences for touch, advises therapist Kaytee Gillis. Extend these limits to kids and pets too.

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