Qualities of an Ideal Bahu - article - Page 3

i am not married so not really an expert but i think the key to any successful relationship is the willingness to give a person a chance, not to have preconceived notions that just because a person is your MIL or DIL, a loving relationship is not possible...not the perfect success formula but i am sure its the way to start...

Like button has gone doolally again. In my mind. The only ideal MIL/DIL relationship there is is one that is separated by distance. It does not have to be far but enough to keep your independence. You will respect each other more. Extended family is one thing but you need your own breathing space as a couple without worrying about the others.

Originally posted by: ShaunSA

Qualities of an ideal bahu... actually we can point and laugh at saas/bahu serials but they do have some sense in them 😛

From my own experiences with my mil...

Treat her like your own mother. Never ever differentiate between the two. She may seem like a witch to you but this is the same woman who raised the man that you love. How bad can she actually be?

If her son is happy she will be happy. Make him happy and half the battle is won.

Making him happy involves being able to prepare a fairly decent meal that includes all his favorites. Learn her favorites too and make them without her asking.

Be able to handle a household. That includes cooking, cleaning, washing, scrubbing. Hired help and the washing machine and dishwasher are fine but they are not always there.

Know how to manage finances. Don't be lavish. Be frugal and make wise economic decisions. You won't earn her admiration by frittering away hard-earned money irrespective of whether it is yours or his!

Always ensure that your family progresses. That's all she wants to see. She wants to know that one day when she is gone her son and his family are in great hands.

Remember that one day you will be in her position. Treat her the way you want your future dil to treat you!

And last but not least... love her son... and make sure it shows!

Thanks, man! 😛 I can do the cleaning, but forget about the cooking! 🤢