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Scenario

When extended family involvement in pregnancy creates tension between couples

My mom wants to be heavily involved in my pregnancy decisions and keeps giving advice that contradicts my doctor, and my partner feels caught between supporting me and not wanting to disrespect my mother. We're all walking on eggshells instead of enjoying this time.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Boundary-setting becomes urgent when family enthusiasm conflicts with a couple's need for autonomy in their prenatal choices.

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Dipa
Dipa works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
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Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Pregnancy and prenatal care?”

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