8/16 - When Family Moves In: How to Protect Your Marriage When Living with Extended Family
When Family Moves In: How to Protect Your Marriage When Living With Extended Family Opening your home to family can be one of the most loving things you'll ever do. It may also be one of the most difficult things you do. Whether it's aging parents who need assistance, adult children returning home after college, adult children with their own children, after a divorce, grandchildren needing temporary care, or a sibling facing financial hardship, many families find themselves living under one roof—sometimes by choice and sometimes out of necessity. No matter what the reason your family may be living together, there's lots to consider. While multigenerational living can create some wonderful, meaningful family memories that last a lifetime and provide much-needed support, it can also place tremendous strain on even the healthiest relationships. Couples who once enjoyed privacy, predictable routines, and uninterrupted time together may suddenly feel like roommates i...
