US EditionAsking Eric: Single Mom Is Done Hosting De Facto Joint Birthday Party for Son, Niece
- A divorced mother usually hosts a family pool party for her son and niece, who both are turning 13 soon, at her home.
- This party effectively acted as a shared celebration since her brother and his spouse did not assist financially or help with organizing the event for their daughter.
- Family members often arrive with gifts meant for the niece during the son's party, which makes the mother feel frustrated and like her son must always share his birthday.
- The mother once suggested combining parties, and though agreed upon, her own mother prohibited asking the brother’s family for help, leaving her responsible for the entire event.
- Advisors suggest discussing your son's preferences for the celebration and notifying family members in advance if there are any changes to avoid misunderstandings or the perception of undermining the niece.
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ASKING ERIC: Joint family birthday party puts burden on one side only
DEAR ERIC: My son will soon be turning 13, as will my niece. They were born a week apart. I usually host a family pool party for my son’s birthday, but my brother and his wife do not arrange a…
Asking Eric: I’m tired of sharing my son’s birthday, costs and all
Dear Eric: My son will soon be turning 13, as will my niece. They were born a week apart. I usually host a family pool party for my son’s birthday, but my brother and his wife do not arrange a family party for their daughter. (They also have a nice yard with a pool.).Instead, they have a party for her and her friends without inviting family. When they show up for my son’s party, family members arrive with gifts for their daughter’s birthday, and…
Asking Eric: Hosting a joint family birthday celebration is no party for single mom
DEAR ERIC: My son will soon be turning 13, as will my niece. They were born a week apart. I usually host a family pool party for my son’s birthday, but my brother and his wife do not arrange a family party for their daughter. (They also have a nice yard with a pool.).
Asking Eric: Joint family birthday party puts burden on one side only - Tribune Content Agency
Dear Eric: My son will soon be turning 13, as will my niece. They were born a week apart. I usually host a family pool party for my son’s birthday, but my brother and his wife do not arrange a family party for their daughter. (They also have a nice yard with a pool.). Instead, […]
Asking Eric: Single mom is done hosting de facto joint birthday party for son, niece
Dear Eric: My son will soon be turning 13, as will my niece. They were born a week apart. I usually host a family pool party for my son’s birthday, but my brother and his wife do not arrange a family party for their daughter. (They also have a nice yard with a pool.)
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