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[quote=Anonymous]Just pace it, and talk about what you will do in a positive way. “That doesn’t work for us, but we’ll see you next Thursday at Benji’s soccer game.” “Tuesday’s not good for us, but we’d love to drop them off at your place so we can go out to dinner next Friday, if that works for you.” If something feels like too much/too soon, just say no, but then follow up with the next time it makes sense to see her. When there’s unsolicited advice, “No, Carole, we’ve got this.” “Carole, please do not discipline the kids—let us know if there’s something you think we should be aware of.” “Actually, no, that’s not what the pediatrician recommends.” Do it firmly but kindly every time. If she oversteps, you can get more firm: “Carole, I don’t appreciate you overstepping here when I’ve already told you that we have this covered.”[/quote]
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