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[quote=Anonymous]18:25 here. My inlaws also wanted to come during delivery a little bit (though not to the same extent as yours OP). I think it helped for me to talk to them about what I wanted (vs having DH do it) when it was really my preference and not his. You probably don't want to talk to them, but you might call MIL and pitch the plan you mentioned as graciously as possible.

Say that DH just doesn't get how long first labors usually are and how stressful new momhood is but that you know that MIL can sympathize with you.

Emphasize that you want them to meet baby as soon as possible and that you want them to be a big part of baby's life.

Then say that you are really stressing out about this, you feel like you may need more space and privacy the first week. Say that you hate asking them to stay in a hotel but it will make you really uncomfortable if you have to breastfeed in front of FIL and entertain all the time.

Ask if she can help you talk to DH about it because it has become a source of conflict for you two. See if she will agree to a shorter visit up front and a longer visit soon after.[/quote]

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