My new daughter-in-law is certainly pregnant and I'm not sure she even realizes it herself yet! She is moody, nauseous, cries at the drop of a hat, and they want a baby. Vivian, I have to get out of there so they can be alone together for this news. I remember when I was barely pregnant with Aiden and my mother-in-law just wouldn't leave. I thought about killing her in her sleep! Viv laughed. I have a spare room if you think your life's in danger. I can't stay much longer or it will be, though I do try to be helpful… I know-and sometimes the more helpful you are, the worse it gets. You do know! I
The narrator suspects that her new daughter-in-law is pregnant due to her emotional and physical changes, such as mood swings, nausea, and tears. She reflects on her own experience during her early pregnancy with Aiden, recalling frustration with her mother-in-law's constant presence. This experience leads her to feel the need to give the couple space to process their potential news together.
In a light-hearted exchange with Vivian, the narrator expresses her desire to leave to prevent further tension, while Vivian humorously offers her spare room for safety. The conversation highlights the complexities of family dynamics during significant life changes, as well as the challenges of being supportive without overstepping boundaries.
