Turning down advice
How do you politely tell people thank you but no thank you. I am in the trenches of my little one going through a regression and now we think teething. With sleep deprivation I am finding some advice very overwhelming especially from my mother in law where it feels more like judgement. It is leaving me feeling really crappy when I know I’m doing my absolute best and I have a very happy healthy baby it’s just phases they go through. I know they mean well but the delivery of some of this advice is shit!
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I just say "Thanks" with a smile and then do as I think it's best for us!! 😅 not sure if this is the best approach, but I am tired of always having to explain myself.. eventually people will see you are not following their "suggestions" and will stop!! Your baby, your rules! You are doing great, always 💪
Thank you both! It is so difficult to know what best approach to take but I know I need to say something sooner rather than later as it does affect me. I have seen baby vests which say “my mummy didn’t ask for your f’in advice” maybe I could just use that as a subtle hint 😂
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It’s tough because you know they’re just trying help and it’s not a judgement but it definitely can feel that way. Just say, I appreciate you’re trying to help by making suggestions and don’t take it the wrong way but it’s a bit overwhelming and I’d like to do things my way 😊You’re polite about it but they’ll get the message. Also, I’m sure you know this but you are doing amazing and always do what works for you and your family! 🥰