https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Wed, 06 May 2026 18:23:27 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986899 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 11:24:01 +0000 JoyfulKiwi 986899@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think still flying will be best, although I understand feeling like wanting to return the tickets because MIL is so frustrating! You should definitely have your husband talk to her about how it was nice that she offered to buy tickets, but next time you'd prefer to make your own arrangements because it was stressful to not know dates/times/having to move seats/LO not liking to fly. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986820 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 10:29:31 +0000 bunnylove08 986820@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would ask the person next to you if they would switch seats with you I'm sure they will want to switch. Good luck </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986575 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 07:50:43 +0000 JamieLee 986575@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think you'll have luck getting your seats together. I've changed seats multiple times when flying to accommodate a family. However, I would have DH talk to MIL about boundaries and expectations when you all get to your destination. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986532 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 07:17:29 +0000 SugarplumsMom 986532@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Call the airline to get them to help you. You'd be surprised. Even if the person on the phone can't help, ask again as soon as your reach the airport. Mention the baby. Believe no one wants to be sitting next to a crying baby. Someone will switch seats and feel lucky! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986504 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 06:51:18 +0000 blackbird 986504@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ask the flight attendants if you can move and I bet someone will move so they can accommodate you! i've done this a few times and people are always so nice! I ALWAYS return the favor as a solo flier! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986457 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 05:51:29 +0000 anewme 986457@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>When you check in they will definitely try to accommodate a<br /> Family.<br /> We've had this happen a few times. They have even purposely gave us a row and not put a third person next to us so we can have DD in it. We didnt even buy her a ticket that time. It wasn't a full flight. But if it stresses you out to fly with her that mich, go with what keeps your sanity. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986317 Fri, 02 Aug 2013 23:34:26 +0000 wheres_c 986317@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>generally with miles seats you can adjust dates and times and even connections with no penalty, as long as there is award inventory and the start and end points remain the same.<br /> you should also have no problem changing your seats so you are together....<br /> If you need help with any of that, I can help you get the best flight possible on that carrier, as well as seats together.</p> <p>I actually think flying will be easier, but ultimately MIL overstepped her boundary. I would personally adjust the flight to work for you, then when you're there discuss it. Let her know that while you appreciate the help, traveling with LO is challenging, and you know what method of travel works best for your family, and you will be making all future arrangements. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986295 Fri, 02 Aug 2013 23:12:10 +0000 MamaJ 986295@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>You can also ask right before your board if you can get seats together or ask if the flight isn't full can they sit you next to an empty seat for your LO. They have done that for us before </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986278 Fri, 02 Aug 2013 22:54:35 +0000 Baby Boy Mom 986278@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>When you check in you can try to switch the seats and if not then just on the plane. We've had to do it several times and people are generally willing to help you out. It'll be ok! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986267 Fri, 02 Aug 2013 22:46:05 +0000 luckypenny 986267@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would still fly and someone will definitely switch seats with you. I fly with DD (15 months) all the time and she definitely does best when we have her in her car seat. So less squirming and hopefully more rest for you guys. </p> <p>Sorry about you MIL. I may just have DH mention that she should confirm travel itineraries with you first before booking </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986262 Fri, 02 Aug 2013 22:35:06 +0000 autumnlove 986262@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would still fly and try to switch seats with someone. </p> <p>Good luck and sorry about your MIL! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ugh-my-mil-is-so-frustrating-wwyd#post-986253 Fri, 02 Aug 2013 22:24:35 +0000 BeachMama 986253@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My MIL is freakin crazy. She frustrates me to no end. I try to be patient with her, but it's soooooooo hard! </p> <p>We are planning a trip to visit the in-laws at the end of the month. We had originally planned on driving the 8 hour drive because flights are expensive. And DD is 14 months and would absolutely not sit still for a flight. And she's a screamer. At this point, I really honestly cannot imagine holding her for a flight (even a 45 minute flight). But MIL INSISTED on using her miles to buy us 3 tickets. So we said okay. Fast forward to today when she emails my husband the itinerary for TWO seats that AREN"T EVEN TOGETHER! She didn't ask about times or dates or if 2 seats were even ok. WTF?! Why promise something if you're going to do something totally different. And then throw it in our face like we're ungrateful. We were happy to drive. It'd be easier with DD and we wouldn't have to lug all of our crap thru the airport.</p> <p>We looked into buying a 3rd seat but there aren't any seats together. </p> <p>So what would you do? Try to return the tickets and drive? Or try to wrangle your screaming, wiggly, crying toddler alone?</p> <p>Ugh, this is a stress I don't really need right now..... </p>