The significant mother

[Randy W]

. . . from the Global Times. Three case studies, with one being a western woman married to a Chinese man. How to win over the mother-in-law.

 

The significant mother

 

 

There are many other expats who might find handling the relationship with the parents of their significant others a little difficult. Yesterday was Mother's Day, but today is a good time to consider your other mother. Metropolitan spoke with expats who married into Chinese families, as well as Chinese mothers, to find the best ways to butter up your Chinese mother-in-law.

 

Foster a common hobby

Avoid direct confrontation

Show her some love

Know your audience

 

[Fu Lai]

Good advice