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[quote=Anonymous]I found myself getting really territorial with my MIL while I was pregnant.  But I'm really glad I didn't act on it.  It can really feel like you MUST get all expectations in line perfectly before the baby is born.  I think it's a form of emotional nesting.  But just remember your life doesn't stop when the baby is born and you can deal with some things as they come up.  My MIL has dogs, several ill-trained dogs who I do not like.  I had a very strong desire to announce to her that the dogs MUST be locked up when we are over, that the baby will never spend time without us at their house, and several other rules.  I still feel strongly about being careful around the dogs.  But she's actually surprised me by being more proactive than I expected about keeping the dogs and the baby apart.  I didn't expect that all, since she normally isn't like that.

Just be careful you aren't blowing things out of proportion now.  She very well might try to overstep after the baby is born.  Gently correct and move on.  Or better yet, have your DH gently correct.  Don't get too caught up in rule setting while you are pregnant.  Having the baby can change things.[/quote]

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