21/11/2025
Dear Sisters,
My wife and I have been married for eight months, and I love her deeply. I’m 41, and we’re joyfully expecting our first child. I understand that, as a new couple, we need our space and time to build our life together.
However, I’m an only child, and my father passed away when I was just four. My mother raised me alone and is the reason I am who I am today. Lately, her health has been declining. She is no longer as active as she once was, and I worry about her diet and overall well-being. I feel strongly that she should be closer to me so I can care for her properly.
The difficulty I face is that my wife, who is three months pregnant, has expressed discomfort with the idea of my mother coming to live with us. I find this confusing because her own mother visits us weekly, and I always welcome her. When I gently ask my wife about her reluctance, she says she needs privacy to enjoy our early marriage.
I love my wife deeply and believe she loves me too. She is an amazing woman, and I would do anything to protect her peace, especially during pregnancy. I fear that tension over this issue could be unhealthy for her and the baby.
I now find myself at a crossroads between my commitment to my wife and my responsibility toward my mother. I desperately want to find a solution that respects both of them. I am not ready to lose my wife, but I also don’t want to neglect my mother’s care. I feel confused and unsure of the best way to handle this situation without compromising the peace and joy of our new family.
I would greatly appreciate your advice and guidance on what to do.