by: Anonymous

the host and the mother to be have the right to exclude or include whoever they want on the list. It would not be rude to say that those guests cant come unless both parties chip in with expenses.

by: Anonymous

This is crazy. Did you have separate bridal showers for each side of the family too??? What about friends, do they need to “chip in” on the cost of the party? I kinda thought that was the point of bringing a gift…… When you host a party you host a party. People are invited based on how they are connected to the guest of honor, so is this yours and your husband’s baby or just yours?

by: Sonya

I think it is perfectly acceptable for your mom to tell the mother-in-law that she has to help out with the expenses, or un-invite her guests. If at all possible, they should try to work together to have both sides of the family attend, with both of them contributing the food/money. But if not, then no, it is not rude at all for your mom to say what is on her mind.