Article: Hitched August

August 17, 2010, 1:55 pm     No Comments »

Check out Jenna’s article in Hitched Magazine: “How New Moms Can Cope With Intrusive In-laws.” www.HitchedMag.com


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Article: Hitched July

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Check out Jenna’s article in Hitched Magazine: “Clashing With the In-laws: 3 Ways to Keep Your Marriage Strong With Difficult In-laws.” www.HitchedMag.com


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Reviews & Endorsements

July 22, 2010, 9:55 pm     No Comments »


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CNN article quoting Jenna

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Check out this article by Stephanie Chen on CNN.com about Sarah Palin and her future son-in-law.
www.CNN.com


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Want to be cast in a documentary?

July 17, 2010, 11:48 am     No Comments »

Would you like to be cast in an upcoming documentary-style series entitled, InLaws, to raise awareness for the millions of American families struggling with the emotional pain, torment and frustration that comes with gaining in-laws? In each episode, viewers will witness a real-life family intervention where everyone struggles to be heard as they are forced to face this all-too-common dilemma head-on. Producers are currently casting nationwide in search of couples and families struggling to overcome the very common yet sensitive issue of learning to cope with their in-law situation.

If you would like the contact information for the producers, please contact Jenna D. Barry at wifeguide@yahoo.com with the subject line “InLaws documentary.”


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In-law problems in the animal world

July 2, 2010, 11:43 pm     No Comments »

A fun look at animals who struggle with in-law problems! If you like this video, we’d be honored if you shared it. Thank you!


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Article: Hitched April

April 25, 2010, 6:55 pm     No Comments »

This article is exclusive to Hitched Magazine. (It was discussed by BJ, Howie, and Erica on the radio station Alice 105.9 www.Alice1059

Are You a Controlling Wife?
by Jenna D. Barry

Being a controlling wife seems to be the norm in our society, partly because of TV sitcoms, and partly because we tend to repeat the destructive behavior patterns of our parents. (Read the rest.)


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Article about toxic in-laws

February 26, 2010, 5:33 pm     No Comments »

This article about how to get along with toxic in-laws, written by Joanne Richard, quotes Jenna D. Barry. www.TorontoSun


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January Press Release

January 20, 2010, 7:05 pm     4 Comments »

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

December 20, 2009, 9:42 am     No Comments »

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

December 10, 2009, 10:22 am     No Comments »

The following article is exclusive to Hitched Magazine.

A Sincere Apology:  The Secret to a Strong Marriage
by Jenna D. Barry

Many of us are pretty good at telling our spouse “I love you” on a daily basis.  These three words are easy for most of us to say.  We say them as we leave for work, at the end of a phone call, and after a kiss good night. (Read the rest.)


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In-laws Article: Hitched December

December 8, 2009, 4:28 pm     No Comments »

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.
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December Press Release

November 10, 2009, 1:29 pm     3 Comments »

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

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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.
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“Do You Have Mother-in-Law Problems?”

October 3, 2009, 4:35 pm     No Comments »

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Mother-in-Law Whisperer

August 23, 2009, 6:17 pm     5 Comments »

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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Got In-laws Problems? You Tube Video

August 17, 2009, 7:17 pm     No Comments »

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In-laws Article: Hitched July

July 29, 2009, 9:58 am     1 Comment »

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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Be Respectfully Confident W/ MIL

June 18, 2009, 11:47 am     No Comments »

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

May 18, 2009, 4:41 pm     1 Comment »

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.
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Dealing With Future Mother-in-Law

May 15, 2009, 12:30 am     5 Comments »

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

May 4, 2009, 6:24 pm     3 Comments »

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

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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?

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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.
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In-laws Article: Hitched/April

April 16, 2009, 8:02 am     1 Comment »

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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In-laws Article: Hitched/February

March 17, 2009, 2:45 pm     1 Comment »

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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Book Excerpt on WomenOf.com

January 7, 2009, 12:13 am     No Comments »

The following excerpt was published on WomenOf.com on January 06, 2009.

A Wife’s Guide to In-laws: How to Gain Your Husband’s Loyalty Without Killing His Parents
by Jenna Barry

Jenna D. Barry, a wife of 14 years, has personally experienced the despair that comes from having an unsupportive partner. Her book suggests specific things to say and do to gain your husband’s loyalty and unite as a couple to deal with difficult in-laws. A Wife’s Guide to In-laws has over 40 cartoons, two fun chapters written just for Hubby, and worksheets to help the two of you reach loving compromises about common problem issues. Jenna offers hilarious, heartfelt advice about how to have a great marriage even if your in-laws aren’t so great. Here’s an excerpt from her book.

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Are You Married to a Momma’s Boy?

December 16, 2008, 1:37 am     1 Comment »

This article is currently featured in www.TheNest.com, Families On-Line Magazine, WomenOf.com, EzineArticles.com, AssociatedContent.com, and Helium.com.

“Are You Married to a Momma’s Boy?”
by Jenna D. Barry

You probably fell in love with your husband because he was a loving, generous, thoughtful, responsible, honest person. Maybe you loved the kind way he treated his 5-year old niece, his yellow Labrador retriever, or his sweet little grandma. Whatever qualities attracted you to him, there’s a good chance that his mother is a big reason why he turned out so great. Moms are usually a wonderful influence in their son’s life. Guys who have a close relationship with their mother usually make great husbands.

Unfortunately, sometimes a man has such a close relationship with Mom that it interferes with his ability to be a great husband. When you first dated your husband, you may have admired the fact that he really enjoyed being around his mom. You probably really liked her, and she liked you too. But then maybe she had a hard time letting go of her son, which is understandable since she has known him since he wore Huggies. Perhaps she became a little bit jealous of you, and then you began to feel the need to compete with her. (Read the rest.)


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Are You Dating a Momma’s Boy?

December 15, 2008, 4:40 pm     1 Comment »

This article is featured on E-how.com

“How to Tell if You Are Dating A Momma’s Boy”
by Jenna D. Barry

NBC has a new TV show called “Momma’s Boys.” With Ryan Seacrest as the host, three young men will let their mothers choose their ideal woman. The point of the show—according to NBC’s website—is to ask, “Who really is the most important woman in a man’s life?” (Read the rest.)


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Holidays With In-laws

December 9, 2008, 1:43 pm     No Comments »

The following article was featured in ForeverBrides.com, Pregnancy.org, and WomenOf.com.

“Six Tips For Spending the Holidays With Your In-laws”
by Jenna D. Barry

The way I see it, there are two groups of people: those who love the holidays because they love spending time with family, and those who dread the holidays because their family—or spouse’s family—is difficult to be around. I wrote this article for those of you in the second category. (Read the rest.)


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You can have a GREAT marriage, even if your in-laws aren't so great!

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You may be quick to blame your in-laws for your marriage problems, but in reality the biggest part of the problem isn't your in-laws, it's your husband's loyalty to them.  When a man marries, he is supposed to transfer his loyalty from his parents to his wife. His behavior plays a key role in how well you get along with his parents.  The goal of this book is to help you gain your husband's loyalty.

If you are in need of hope and encouragement, this book is for you!  Jenna Barry offers hilarious, heartfelt advice about how to have a terrific marriage in spite of difficult in-laws.  As a wife who has personally experienced the despair that comes from having an unsupportive partner, she suggests specific things to say and do to gain your husband's loyalty.  This book won't teach you how to become best friends with your in-laws, but it will teach you how to think and behave in a new way so they no longer have any power over you.  A Wife's Guide to In-laws has over 40 cartoons, two fun chapters written just for your hubby, and worksheets to help the two of you reach loving compromises about common problem issues.

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About Jenna

As a wife of 16 years, Jenna D. Barry (a pen name) has learned how to gain her husband's loyalty through communication, persistence, and a whole lot of love.  She has familiarized herself with the needs and frustrations of other wives by participating in on-line in-law support groups and by talking to marriage therapists, friends, family, and co-workers.

 

Jenna is the author of the book, A Wife's Guide to In-laws:  How to Gain Your Husband's Loyalty Without Killing His Parents. She has been a radio guest on The Mike Bullard Show and her articles have been published in newspapers, websites, and magazines worldwide.  She writes monthly articles for Hitched Magazine and has been quoted in The Washington Times, CNN.com, The London Free Press, TheBump.com, etc. She leads a support group for daughters-in-law right here.


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