Article about toxic in-laws
February 26, 2010, 5:33 pm
This article about how to get along with toxic in-laws, written by Joanne Richard, quotes Jenna D. Barry. http://www.torontosun.com/life/2010/02/25/13029296.html
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January Press Release
Author Helps Haiti Earthquake Victims During National Marriage Week
“Jenna D. Barry defines a very common conflict that devastates many marriages and provides step-by-step advice for winning the in-law battle in order to create a better marriage. She deftly mixes wisdom with touches of humor to lift the tone of what could be a stressful how-to for many couples.”
–C. Greene
Manhattan, NY, January 22, 2010– In honor of National Marriage Week, author Jenna D. Barry will donate 50% of the profits of book sales through her website to benefit earthquake victims in Haiti. Married couples struggling with in-law problems are encouraged to purchase “A Wife’s Guide to In-laws: How to Gain Your Husband’s Loyalty Without Killing His Parents” between February 7th through 14th at www.WifeGuide.org. (Read the rest.)
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Washington Times Article
The Washington Times quoted Jenna D. Barry in this article called “Antidote for Toxic In-laws.” Check it out! http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2009/dec/20/antidote-to-toxic-in-laws/
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In-laws Article: Hitched January
Jenna’s article, “A Sincere Apology: the Secret to a Strong marriage” can be found in Hitched Magazine at http://www.hitchedmag.com/print.php?id=902.
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In-laws Article: Hitched December
The following article is exclusive to Hitched Magazine.
Surviving Holiday Guilt Trips From Parents and In-laws
by Jenna D. Barry
Few things in life are more uncomfortable than disappointing our parents. Most of us can remember a time when we let our parents down– like when we said our first swear word or told our first lie. I can still remember the crestfallen look on my mom’s face when I came home after curfew 20 years ago.
(Read the rest.)
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December Press Release
Author Helps Couples Resolve Conflicts About In-laws and Holidays
“Don’t say ‘no’ to your partner so you can say ‘yes’ to your parents. Communicate with your spouse and work out a loving compromise about where and with whom to spend the holidays. Then, unite as a couple to share this decision with relatives.”
–Excerpt from Hitched Magazine’s article “Surviving Holiday Guilt Trips From Parents and In-laws” by Jenna D. Barry
Manhattan, NY, December 10, 2009–PR.com– Author Jenna D. Barry offers practical tips for married couples on how to resolve conflicts about in-laws and the holidays. Her book, “A Wife’s Guide to In-laws: How to Gain Your Husband’s Loyalty Without Killing His Parents,” devotes several pages to dealing with holiday issues. Two of her articles have recently appeared in Hitched Magazine: “Surviving Holiday Guilt Trips From Parents and In-laws” and “Holidays With the In-laws: Tips for Resolving Marital Conflict.” (Read the rest.)
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In-laws Article: Hitched November
The following article is exclusive to Hitched Magazine.
Holidays with the In-laws: Tips for Resolving Marital Conflict
By Jenna D. Barry
Do you and your spouse always agree about where and with whom to spend the holidays? If not, then you certainly aren’t alone; this is a major source of tension for many couples. What should you do if you want to spend Christmas at your parents’ house, but your spouse wants to spend it with his/her family? The answer to that is a tricky one, but here are a few tips to help you achieve a win-win situation.
(Read the rest.)
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“Do You Have Mother-in-Law Problems?”
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In-laws Article: Hitched October
The following article is exclusive to Hitched Magazine.
Got Scary In-laws?
by Jenna D. Barry
It’s that time of year when children– dressed as little witches or monsters– trot through neighborhoods gathering huge piles of delicious candy. I have fond childhood memories of Halloween, even though it can be somewhat of a frightening holiday for kids. Now that I’m an adult, what scares me is the high divorce rate. Difficult in-laws are one of the top reasons the divorce rate is so high; if you have in-law problems, then you probably have marriage problems.
In-laws are often stereotyped unfairly. Many, if not most, married couples have wonderful in-laws who treat them with kindness and respect. However, as indicated by countless posts from wives in my support group, it is not uncommon for in-laws to have such destructive behavior that it poses a real threat to marriages.
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Press release: September
Author celebrates Women’s Friendship Month by Donating to Women For Women International
In honor of Women’s Friendship Month, Jenna D. Barry — author of “A Wife’s Guide To In-laws”– will donate 15% of the profits for every book sold on September 24, 2009 to Women For Women International. (Read the rest.)
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Mother-in-Law Whisperer
This article appears in SheJustGotMarried.com, SmartWoman.com, Chic Mom Magazine, GirlGetStrong.com, Metroplex Baby, etc.
5 Ways to Become a Mother-in-Law Whisperer
By Jenna D. Barry
I’m a huge fan of the show “Dog Whisperer” with Cesar Millan; it’s not unusual for me to sit and watch four episodes in a row. Recently, during one of my Dog Whisperer TV marathons, I realized that many of the techniques Cesar uses to train dog owners can also be used to train daughters-in-law. (Read the rest.)
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In-laws Article: Hitched August
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5 Ways to Protect Your Marriage From Toxic In-laws
by Jenna D. Barry
Is it possible to have a great marriage even though you have difficult in-laws? Yes, in the same way that it’s possible to have a beautiful yard even if you have a few weeds. If you are considering divorce because you don’t like your in-laws, that’s like selling your house because there are some dandelions in the lawn. Here are five ways to have a strong marriage in the face of controlling, manipulative and/or intrusive in-laws. (Read the rest.)
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Got In-laws Problems? You Tube Video
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In-laws Article: Hitched July
The following article is exclusive to Hitched Magazine.
5 Ways To Become Financially Independent From Parents And In-laws
by Jenna D. Barry
Do you live with your parents or in-laws? Do you work for them? Do you owe them money? Do they provide daycare for your children? Do you depend on them for transportation? (Read the rest.)
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Article for New Moms Quoting Jenna
This article is from TheBump.com. It refers to well-intentioned mothers, rather than toxic mothers-in-law, but much of the advice is still applicable.
Back off, Grandma!
by Erin van Vuuren
Dealing with a pushy parent? You’re not alone. Get tips on how to deal.
Like it or not, your mom has parenting experience and opinions, and odds are good that she’s going to shove them down your throat share them with you every chance she gets. Not a problem for your fam? Smile and give grandma a hug for us. But if you have unsolicited advice coming out the wazoo, here are a few tips to help keep your cool. (Read the rest.)
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Press Release: July
Author Helps New Moms Cope With Mother-in-Law Problems
If you thought your in-laws were intrusive before you had kids, then hold onto your maternity pants. Your relationship with your in-laws is likely to grow more tense once children enter the picture.
–from Jenna D. Barry’s article, “Whose Baby Is It Anyway? Dealing With Intrusive In-laws”
(Read the rest.)
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Be Respectfully Confident W/ MIL
This article appears in Power Women Magazine, WomenOf.com, AssociatedContent.com, Helium.com, EzineArticles.com, etc.
How To Be Respectfully Confident With Your Mother-in-Law
By Jenna D. Barry
According to Kermit the Frog, it ain’t easy being green. Well, sometimes it ain’t easy being a daughter-in-law either. Many wives have come to me for advice on how to deal with their mother-in-law. I always tell them the same thing: behave as a mature adult by communicating your needs and setting boundaries. Some take my advice, while others don’t because they think that being assertive with their in-laws is equivalent to being disrespectful to their elders.
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Article for New Parents
This article appears in SunSentinel.com, Stork.Net, AssociatedContent.com, Helium.com, EzineArticles.com, etc.
Do Your In-laws Drive You Crazy? Coping Tips For New Parents
By Jenna D. Barry
“My in-laws want to see my kids constantly. They drop by the house unexpectedly and stay for long visits. They offer unwanted advice about everything from breast pumps to hemorrhoids.”
Can you relate to those statements? If so, then how do you usually respond when your in-laws say or do something you don’t like? Do you gossip about them to your spouse, parents, siblings, and friends? Do you hold grudges against them? Do you demand that your mate tell his or her parents to jump off a cliff? If so, then it’s time to tweak your behavior a bit so you can start getting your needs met.
(Read the rest.)
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Dealing With Future Mother-in-Law
This article appears on WeddingApproved.com, WeddingLuxe.blogspot.com, TheWeddingBelles.ca, WeddingIdeas2, Associated.com, Helium.com, EzineArticles.com, etc.
How To Be Assertive With Your Future Mother-in-Law
by Jenna D. Barry
The way you interact with your future mother-in-law now will set a precedent for how she will treat you after you are married, so it’s important that you start behaving as an adult on an equal level to her. If she says or does something that gets on your nerves, don’t get your hoop slip in a wad. Just talk to her in a calm and mature manner. What you say is important, but how you say it is even more important. Treat your mother-in-law the same way you’d want your fiancé to treat your mom. You can be firm if necessary, but remember to be tactful so you can make progress toward gaining your future husband’s loyalty and respect. (Read the rest.)
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In-laws Article: Hitched/June
The following article is exclusive to Hitched Magazine:
In-laws: Protecting Your Marriage From Gossip
Gossip can be a major threat to a marriage, especially when (1) a mother gossips to her son about his wife and (2) a wife gossips to her family about her husband. (Read the rest.)
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In-laws Article: Hitched/May
The following article is exclusive to Hitched Magazine:
In-laws: Six Ways to Reach Loving Compromises With Your Spouse
by Jenna D. Barry
Many married couples argue about their in-laws. The good news is that you can have a terrific marriage even if you have difficult in-laws. The best way to overcome any challenge in marriage is to unite as a couple, and the best way to unite as a couple is to reach loving compromises. (Read the rest.)
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Got Mother-in-Law Problems?
This article is in Power Woman Magazine, WomenOfFlorida.com, Essential Baby AU, NJFamily.com, EasierParenting.com, Swell Pregnancy Guide, Thrifty Moms, Helium.com, EzineArticles.com, and AssociatedContent.com, etc.
Got Mother-In-Law Problems? 5 Tips for Bringing Out the Best in Your Mother-in-Law
By Jenna D. Barry
If you get along great with your mother-in-law, then I’m really happy for you. Actually, if I’m being honest, I’m only 60% happy for you and 40% jealous. There are a lot of women who love their husband’s mother because she is kind, considerate, and unassuming. Unfortunately there are many of us with controlling mothers-in-law who believe the world –and everyone in it– should revolve around them.
(Read the rest.)
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Press Release: May
Check out Jenna’s May press release called “Author Helps Mothers-in-Law and Daughters-in-Law Improve Their Relationship.”
Author Helps Mothers-in-Law and Daughters-in-Law Improve Their Relationship
“Many women struggle with that innate conflict with the mother-in-law; one sees him as a boy, the other as a man. Jenna D. Barry offers a wealth of information and resources for women in dealing with their mother-in-law. Her book, ‘A Wife’s Guide to In-laws,’ is an enjoyable read and one I personally wish I had 35 years ago.”
–Peggy Hinders, MA, LPC, Marriage Counselor
Manhattan, NY, May 5 2009– Jenna D. Barry, author of “A Wife’s Guide to In-laws: How to Gain Your Husband’s Loyalty Without Killing His Parents,” has just written two new articles to help mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law improve their relationship with each other–just in time for Mother’s Day. One article is for daughters-in-law: “Got Mother-in-Law Problems? 5 Tips for Bringing Out the Best in Your Mother-in-Law.” The other is for mothers-in-law: “5 Ways To Be A Great Mother-in-Law.” Both are scheduled to appear on various websites such as WomenOf.com, Helium.com, AssociatedContent.com, and EzineArticles.com.
(Read the rest.)
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Press Release: April
Check out Jenna’s April Press Release called “Support Group Encourages Daughters-in-law Worldwide” at http://www.pr.com/press-release/146503.
Support Group Encourages Daughters-in-law Worldwide
“It was heartwarming to discover that other wives are going through the same problems and looking for positive solutions. I love this group because Jenna is extremely diplomatic; she supports women who are having in-law problems and encourages healthy communication between spouses.” –Renee Osman, daughter-in-law in the United Kingdom.
Manhattan, NY, April 20, 2009 –(PR.com)– Jenna D. Barry, author of “A Wife’s Guide to In-laws: How to Gain Your Husband’s Loyalty Without Killing His Parents,” is helping daughters-in-law across the globe by leading a positive, encouraging support group. “We get several new members each month,” says Barry. “Some have been married several years and are on the brink of divorce because of tension caused by difficult in-laws. Others are brides-to-be looking for advice on how to handle future mother-in-law problems.”
(Read the rest.)
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In-laws Article: Hitched/April
The following article is exclusive to Hitched Magazine.
Difficult Choices: Making Your Spouse a Priority Over Your Parents
by Jenna D. Barry
You have probably heard the phrase “leave and cleave.” Most of us agree that the cleaving part is pretty fun, but the process of leaving often presents a challenge. Becoming truly independent from our parents is one of the best gifts we can give our spouse. That doesn’t mean we should cut off contact with our parents or start being hateful toward them. It just means that pleasing our spouse should take priority over pleasing our parents. (Read the rest.)
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How To Be A Great Mother-in-Law
This article is featured on WomenOf.com, AssociatedContent.com, EzineArticles, and Helium.com.
5 Ways To Be A Great Mother-in-Law
by Jenna D. Barry
How do you like being a mother-in-law? Is it everything you dreamed it would be? Does your son call and visit as often as you would like? Does your daughter-in-law meet all of your expectations? Are you as involved with your grandchildren’s lives as you would like to be? If not, then perhaps there are some things you can do differently in order to have the best relationship possible with your son, his wife and your grandkids.
(Read the rest.)
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In-laws Article: Hitched/February
Check out this article published in Hitched Magazine in February. (This article is exclusive to Hitched Magazine.)
Drawing Boundaries With Difficult In-laws
By Jenna D. Barry
Can you relate to this statement?
“My in-laws call constantly, drop by unexpectedly, criticize the way we raise our kids, and manipulate us with guilt if we don’t do exactly what they think we should. They often put my husband in a position to choose between being a great spouse and an obedient son.”
Most experts agree that the best way to handle destructive in-laws is to draw boundaries with them. The question is who should be the one to draw those boundaries. Some say that if the husband’s parents are the problem, then he– rather than his wife– should confront them so they are less likely to get their feelings hurt. Likewise, if the wife’s parents are the problem, then she should deal with them directly. That’s terrific advice in a perfect world. The problem is– yes, you guessed it– we don’t live in a perfect world. (Read the rest.)
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Article About Living With Mother-in-law
Jenna D. Barry was quoted in the following article by Joanne Richard. It was featured in The Ottawa Sun, The Sault Star, The Sudbury Star, The Winnepeg Sun, Canoe.ca, The Expositor, and The Niagra Falls Review.
February 28, 2009
Too Close For Comfort
Family: How to avoid the stress when the mother-in-law moves in
by Joanne Richard
Too close for comfort? We’ll soon see.
Barack Obama’s mother-in-law has set up house in the White House with the first family. Marian Robinson, 71, is on board to help her grandchildren, Malia and Sasha, get settled in and provide support during the transition at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.
While extended families moving in can be a great solution for busy couples seeking work/life balance, the domestic arrangement can be fraught conflict, criticism and power struggles.
Some relish the intergenerational cosiness and the strength in numbers; for others, distance makes the heart grow fonder.
Living with your in-laws isn’t a great idea, “however, some people do find ways to make it work,” says Jenna D. Barry, author of A Wife’s Guide to In-laws: How to Gain Your Husband’s Loyalty Without Killing His Parents (WifeGuide.org).
(Read the rest.)
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