Some grandparents think that when they say "I want to see the kids", it means you should immediately pack everyone up, drive across town, clear your schedule, and magically make it happen.

This week, Janelle answers a follower question about dealing with grandparents who feel entitled to time with their grandkids, and who expect visits to happen on their turf… at their convenience… on one of your only two days off.

The reality of modern parenting is that most families have two parents who both work outside the home, endless chores, weekend sports, grocery runs, meal prep, and whole host of other things to get done on the weekends. Not to mention the basic human desire to literally just breathe for five minutes.

Expecting your adult children to somehow squeeze a 4 hour visit at their house every Sunday is actually super out of touch.

SO, how can you shift the responsibility back where it belongs? And, how can you communicate with your parents or in-laws that if they truly want a meaningful relationship with your kids, they need to fit themselves into YOUR routine, not the other way around.

If you've ever been made to feel guilty for not spending your precious weekend sitting on someone else's couch, this one's for you.

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'Tis the season for side-eyes, shady comments, and awkward family photos that don't include you.

If you're MIL has ever tried to stage a photoshoot with your husband and kids WITHOUT YOU IN IT, you're going to want to listen this week.

We're diving into the chaos of family get-togethers, from the weird things relatives say at dinner, to the in-laws who insist on "just one picture" that mysteriously excludes all the spouses.

If you're someone who feels the need to prep yourself mentally for Christmas (or whatever holiday madness your family celebrates), and need help learning how to set boundaries before the wine starts flowing, and what to do when your MIL tries to stage-manage the family photo like she's directing a movie, then you don't want to miss this.

It's part therapy session, part survival guide, and fully relatable. So grab your drink, practice your fake laugh, and remember… you don't owe anyone a "Merry Christmas" if it costs you your peace.

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So you finally cut off your toxic mother-in-law… but what happens when you might have to see her again?

This week, Janelle shares a story from a follower who has been no contact with her MIL for over a year, and is now TERRIFIED to attend a family event where she'll be in the same room. Janelle also opens up about hearing from the wife of someone she went to school with… Who turns out to have a nightmare MIL of her own.

From anxiety before family gatherings to setting firm boundaries that actually stick, Janelle talks about what it REALLY means to protect your peace, even if it makes things a little awkward.

If the thought of bumping into your MIL makes your stomach drop, grab a drink and tune in. You're in good company.

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