Sister in law
My sister-in-law had a baby just 6 weeks after me, and I was honestly so excited about the idea of our babies growing up together. I thought we’d be able to share experiences, support each other and navigate motherhood side by side.
But honestly, it feels quite one-sided. She rarely texts or calls to ask about her niece, never really suggests meeting up, and when I do reach out, it can take days to get a reply, which is usually quite short.
I completely understand that we’re both busy with babies and adjusting to motherhood, but I guess I expected a little more, especially when we’re going through such similar stages of life.
The frustrating part is that I feel like if I ever tried to bring it up, somehow I’d end up being the one who’s upset her.
I’ve decided to just focus on my little family and enjoy this season of life without forcing a relationship. But I suppose I’m just wondering if anyone else has experienced something similar? ❤️
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All I would say is that everyone’s experience with motherhood is different. Sometimes people have hard time adjusting some people bounce back quickly. Let her have her space. If she needs support or wants to meet or talk, she will reach out. Seems like your relationship was good before the baby so it just means she is in a different headspace. I have a friend, she absolutely hated when people were trying to reach out to her, even her own family and close friends but in my case it was totally opposite. Try not to take it personally. It’s sweet that you tried but maybe she doesn’t need that right now.
Yes! My son has a cousin who is 6 weeks younger than him on dad’s side.
We only ever see them if we end up at grandparents house at the same time on a Sunday (not every week)
It’s such a shame as they are so close in age but unfortunately that’s what happens sometimes.
We are very close to my sister’s kids who live in the same area.
I had terrible PPD and PPA…not saying that’s the case with her, but it’s possible she’s just in the trenches rn :/
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Sister in law
My sister-in-law had a baby just 6 weeks after me, and I was honestly so excited about the idea of our babies growing up together. I thought we’d be able to share experiences, support each other and navigate motherhood side by side.
But honestly, it feels quite one-sided. She rarely texts or calls to ask about her niece, never really suggests meeting up, and when I do reach out, it can take days to get a reply, which is usually quite short.
I completely understand that we’re both busy with babies and adjusting to motherhood, but I guess I expected a little more, especially when we’re going through such similar stages of life.
The frustrating part is that I feel like if I ever tried to bring it up, somehow I’d end up being the one who’s upset her.
I’ve decided to just focus on my little family and enjoy this season of life without forcing a relationship. But I suppose I’m just wondering if anyone else has experienced something similar? ❤️
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