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Understanding Mothers-in-Law: Boundaries & Breaking the Cycle with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish


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This week, Nikki sits down with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, clinical psychologist, couples therapist, and author of You, Your Husband and His Mother. Together, they dive into the tricky and often emotional dynamics of mother-in-law relationships — from boundary setting and family triangles to breaking cycles and redefining your role as a mother and partner. Tracy shares her years of clinical insight and actionable strategies for navigating these relationships without guilt or resentment.

Tracy shares:

  • Why tensions can arise when you marry into your husband’s family
  • How & why mothers support their daughters but sometimes challenge their daughters-in-law
  • The difference between a boundary and a request — and how to enforce it without conflict
  • The role of identity in mother-in-law dynamics and why some women struggle more 
  • The Vault Method: Tracy’s five-step system for couples to navigate family stress and set healthy boundaries
  • How to break generational patterns while maintaining connection and love within your family
  • In this episode, we discuss relationship dynamics, boundary setting, family triangles, and actionable strategies to create healthier, more empowering family relationships.

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