So glad this topic is being discussed. Current times have empowered us to speak out when we hear comments that are sexist yet the mother-in-law stereotype seems to remain fair game. I have spoken in support of my fabulous mother-in-law on multiple occasions yet even my educated friends can’t help making comments about how bad it could have been and worse. I have two young adult sons so that role is looming for me and I am scared, not of my daughter-in-law whom I’m sure I will love, but of the attitude that will be slung at me from others. If we enter a relationship expecting it to be bad we start from the back foot.  We need to change this attitude so our relationships with our in-laws can flourish.  Thanks for the article