Becoming a Mother-in-Law: What to Do (and Not Do) in This New Role

Are you stepping into the role of mother-in-law — or already in it and wondering if you're getting it right? You're not alone. And this episode is for you. Lori shares the practical advice, mindset shifts, and honest coaching she gives to women navigating one of the most significant new relationships of midlife: the relationship with a child's spouse. In this episode, you'll hear:   •  The one thing Lori told her own daughter-in-law early on — and why saying the hard thing first builds more trust than anything else   •  Why making the holidays non-negotiable is one of the fastest ways to create resentment (and what to do instead)   •  The truth about unsolicited advice — and why it lands as criticism every single time   •  How to examine the thought "she's taking my child away from me" — and the reframe that changes everything   •  Why holding two truths at once is the key to a healthy mother-in-law relationship Plus — a tender word for the mother-in-law who is hurting, who is being kept at a distance, or who is watching another grandmother get what she's longing for. And a Midlife Moment about the quiet surprise of missing your daughter-in-law more than you expected. This one is full of love — and full of the honest, practical coaching that actually helps. If you liked this episode, please share it with a friend!And if you loved this episode, please rate the show and leave a review so others can find it, too.  You can also follow me on my socials:Instagram: @loribuckcoachingFacebook: Lori Buck CoachingWebsite: www.loribuckcoaching.com Email: [email protected]