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In-laws are wanting to do their own Easter egg hunt for our kid?

So I’ve spent a lot of time and what not getting ready for Easter. It’s our baby’s 2nd easter, she’s finally old enough to hunt for eggs and understand. I’ve had a little hunt planned out for easter morning, Easter bunny basket etc.. well grandpa and grandma (in-laws) are now wanting to do an egg hunt of their own.. I’m kind of like, in my mind wishing they wouldn’t so she doesn’t get confused. We want her to think of the Easter bunny as coming to our house.. should I just tell them not to this year? Is that rude ? And is it understandable.. with your wee ones, did any of you ever feel that way? Or am I being weird.. thanks !
When I was a kid I remember easter morning being a really intimate time with my parents.. not aunts, uncles, grandparents etc..
Keepitsimple · 51-55, F
If you choose this to be your battle and push parents and in-laws away you will destroy your marriage and family. Do not be selfish and weird and keep family away. Thank god she has people who love her and want to make her happy! This is not a real worthwhile issue. Trust me.
Keepitsimple · 51-55, F
I have three kids, grown now. They got Easter baskets from their grandparents and something from aunts and uncles. That’s the beauty of extended family. Welcome it and appreciate it. please reconsider.@Brassm0nk3y
Fernie · F
@Keepitsimple omG! Where does she say anything about battling anyone?? I can't believe the reactions here to a simple post by a woman who wants this Easter to be a certain way for her and the baby.
Brassm0nk3y · 36-40, F
Yes, it’s not about shutting them out.. you should see all the family stuff we do for other holidays..it would mean a lot to us just to have them over to our house and participate in one egg hunt, with one Easter bunny..for the sake of keeping it special and not confusing our tot..@Keepitsimple
SW-User
Depending on how difficult you’re in laws are, I would just extend the invitation to come and join the hunt at your place. Your little one would probably love having everyone together.
Fernie · F
Then you need to stand your ground and diplomatically tell the what you said here...it's all set...maybe next year. Don't let them ruin/control this for you.
cuppatea · 31-35, F
Why do you feel so insecure about sharing your child's love and attention with others?

It's not a good look.
Brassm0nk3y · 36-40, F
@Fernie thank you so much for saying this Fernie! And for sticking up for me.. geeze people can be so cruel in their responses. Much love to you!
Brassm0nk3y · 36-40, F
@Fernie amen sista!
Brassm0nk3y · 36-40, F
@JaggedLittlePill thank you!! Amen to that.
SW-User
Ahhh the grandparents want to enjoy the baby too. I'd let them.
Keepitsimple · 51-55, F
I agree. @SW-User
whowasthatmaskedman · 70-79, M
As a grandparent I protest. It is our constitutional right to spoil grandchildren rotten. Its the only revenge we will ever have on our kids.And for once we dont have to be concerned with them behaving properly. Its Easter. If the child gets to hunt eggs all week, who is it hurting?
JaggedLittlePill · 46-50, F
No. Tell them they can join you while you do the hunt at your house but they cannot have a hunt of their own. They won't like it but you are mom and you make the rules for your children.
I don’t know why you can’t do both.
Butterflykisses24 · 51-55, F
Its up to you
DonaldTrumpet · 70-79, M
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