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[quote=Anonymous]OP, you and your husband have told your MIL your wishes. She decided to ignore them. You can’t force her to stop, but you can change how you respond.

I would start a new tradition with the kids: Every year make a donation to toys for tots!

Get the kids excited and make a fun event out of it. You should donate excessive new toys from MIL but also make an effort to go through their rooms and get rid of all outgrown toys. After you drop of the toys go out for hot cocoa and talk about how other kids will have a better Christmas because of them. Do this after birthdays too.

If MIL asks where the dollhouse is, be very matter-of-fact. “Oh, there was no space for it, but Larla donated it to a charity she loves!” Then have Larla tell grandma about your new tradition.

If grandma complains, have your DH tell her that you don’t have space for big toys and etc... Say she’s welcome to check with you before buying big toys in the future. Then don’t give it another thought. [/quote]

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