The article discusses a parent's struggle with their spouse's dysfunctional family. The husband, despite being kind-hearted, is distressed by his family's inability to lead responsible lives. They live in a deteriorated home and refuse help or seek treatment for various issues. With a second child on the way, the couple debates informing the in-laws of the news, as the husband fears their potential visit. The parenting strategies emphasize navigating familial boundaries while maintaining kindness and addressing mental health issues within the family.
My husband does not want to share the news about our pregnancy for fear they will come visit.
Their life choices have given us so much anxiety over the last few years that I am not sure how to support him.
They have refused help every time we've offered, from helping put a new roof on their house or clean out the mess.
I do hold them in contempt for a multitude of reasons, but they do deserve to know they will have another grandchild.
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