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[quote=Anonymous]I see both sides. I understand you intended to make this trip solely about your GGM. I can understand that for your mother this is a big exciting trip because she is not considering the caring of a toddler and the strain that takes when traveling. It would seem a little silly to go all the way to another country with family and not visit them if you are visiting other family members. 
I would try to have the trip extend to 2 weeks so you can have more down time to adjust and it won't feel so overwhelming if it is just a week and your mom wants to schedule a million activities and visits.
If you get a larger place with your mom can some of the family members come to visit you?
I think you can be a little selfish in requesting restaurants for family to meet at that are convenient to you or times that work best for your toddler because it is difficult to travel with a toddler. Maybe suggest a nearby park for them to come visit so DD gets playtime and then can still visit.
I would try to think of it as a great time to experience this trip with four generations of family which you may never experience again. Try to build in some down time and agree to some of the family visits for your mom's sake.
Also, your mom might settle down when she arrives and jet lag or she realizes that your toddler has jet lag or sees the pace your toddler needs to travel at with naps, breaks for food and snacks, etc.[/quote]

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