Distress SignalNewborn · 0 to 3mo07 Aug
How do you tell people not to visit without starting a family war? Genuine question. My mother has already booked a train.
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How do you tell people not to visit without starting a family war? Genuine question. My mother has already booked a train.
You say it, not her. That is the actual answer. She will find it much harder and will be blamed for it. Line that worked for us: we would love to see you at the weekend, and can you bring food.
Blame the midwife. Slightly dishonest, entirely effective.