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[quote=Anonymous]OP, just don’t do anything differently from what you do when they’re not there. Don’t host, don’t wait on them, don’t cater to their needs. And if you’re able, make specific asks for help. “Larlo, could you please carry this laundry basket up to the baby’s room?” “Larla, could you please chop these vegetables for the salad?” Or whatever you need. Your DH has to understand that you are now new parents, and his own parents need to either lend a hand or at least minimize their needs. They are visiting as family, not as guests of honor. I don’t think you yourself need to make any big proclamation to them. Just act how you want to and they will adjust. And if they don’t proactively help, you can ask them and if they still aren’t helpful, then at least you can shed the burden of trying to accommodate them as a priority. It’s nice they are coming, and you are so lucky to have helpful parents nearby. Congrats on the baby!

I hope they pleasantly surprise you. Report back![/quote]

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