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When Your MIL Wants to Be Called 'Mama'—Navigating Family Titles

Has anyone else experienced their mother-in-law wanting to be called 'Mama [her name]' by your kids? When my MIL first suggested it, I felt a wave of discomfort. For me, 'Mama' is a special title reserved for the person who carried, birthed, and raises the child every day. Still, I tried to see it from her perspective—maybe it's her way of feeling close and included. But deep down, I worried it might blur boundaries and confuse my little one. We ended up having a gentle conversation about what felt right for our family. Have you faced a similar situation? How did you handle it? Let's share our stories and support each other! #FamilyBoundaries #ParentingJourney #RespectfulConversations #MotherhoodThoughts #Parenting