https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Wed, 06 May 2026 22:52:07 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/making-house-guests-comfortable#post-2898561 Sat, 05 Oct 2019 10:36:21 +0000 LCTBQE 2898561@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>for sure temperature is a big one, and maybe setting up an easy chair to be sort of "his" zone ? I'm sure you're already all over this, but the other thing that I think makes people in general just feel at ease is if the house is really clean and all the little bits and bobs kids leave all over are pretty picked up so no one feels like they're going to slip/trip. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/making-house-guests-comfortable#post-2898539 Fri, 04 Oct 2019 16:02:11 +0000 BUNBUN 2898539@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>When we have the ILs visit, the thermostat is the biggest adjustment for them. We keep our house cooler than they do. Maybe let them know where the extra blankets are and/or fans. You can also give them a heads up before they come, so they can pack appropriate clothes (my MIL wears multiple cashmere sweaters when she visits). They also like to have a bit of alone time to watch "their" shows. Since they will be in a hotel, maybe that will take care of itself. I try to let the guests eat close to their regular time, even when that means DS eats separately from us. </p> <p>As your FIL is ill, I'd ask if there's anything he's particularly sensitive to right now (cold, scents, hard chairs, spicy food). Idk if your SIL is caring for your FIL, but if so, I might also ask your SIL if she wants some alone time or some girl time.</p> <p>I hope you have a nice visit! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/making-house-guests-comfortable#post-2898535 Fri, 04 Oct 2019 15:17:00 +0000 macintosh 2898535@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have my SIL and FIL coming in to town next week to stay for a few days. Sadly, FIL is ill with terminal lung disease and on oxygen 24/7. They are driving a LONG distance to get here and they are staying in a hotel for his comfort.</p> <p>I'm wondering if there's anything else I could do to make their visit more enjoyable/comfortable. We'll have a lot of downtime so I want to make some space for FIL to camp out in the living room with DH. I'm also expecting him to be a little grumpy since he's out of his comfort zone as well.</p> <p>I got a list of snacks that FIL likes so I'll have that set up. SIL is extremely self-sufficient so I'm sure she's well prepared for her own needs. Anything else you'd recommend - especially for an older relative - to make them feel comfortable? </p>