I've been very firm with my parents that I will let them now when we're ready for them, assuming a couple of nights in hospital and then a night or two at home by ourselves before having to 'host' and that they can come for one night only and they have to help around the house if they come. Took it surprisingly well luckily but you do have to say it sadly. Couldn't think of anything worse than people being in my house when I get home from the hospital 🙃 x
I have been firm, but it was met with a lot of “faux” indignation? Unfortunately my father died when I was in my mid twenties. My mother says she wants to come and look after me, but also wants me to drive to hers (2 hours there and 2 hours back) to pick up some free things that a family friend has dropped off for the baby……?! I can barely go 25 minutes without needing the loo at the moment….. 😓
Sounds similar to a lot of stories being shared now we’re in the final stretches!! Completely not being overly sensitive, just seems to be a massive gap in what our parents had and what they now expect (and much more focus on recovery now from stories I’ve been told!). My parents are coming up but staying at a nearby hotel, not even a second thought they’d be actually staying with us so soon after birth or surgery… Anyway, sounds like your sister could be a fantastic advocate for you! Maybe see if you could lean on her for a little bit more support, even just mentally for venting? Sending lots of love x
I think a lot of us have similar mothers. As of now, no one will be your priority other than your baby. You need to stand firm and let her get upset if she so chooses. It's her choice to hear your words or not. I don't think you're being overly hormonal. If she wants to be involved she has to listen and follow instructions. Best to set the precedent before baby comes too.