For the past 5 years, my husband and I have spent months at a time living with his mom. It's been going surprisingly well.
A personal essay explores the benefits of a multi-generational living arrangement where a couple spends months living with the husband's mother. The author highlights that clear boundaries and physical space are essential for the success of this unconventional lifestyle.
Why it matters
As housing costs rise and family structures evolve, multi-generational living is becoming a more common and discussed lifestyle choice.
Some people can't imagine living with their mother-in-law for any period of time, but I enjoy living with her and my husband for parts of the year. Mar Yvette My husband and I feel fortunate to be able to spend several months a year living with his mom. We make it work by giving each other enough space while taking time to enjoy each other's company. Some of my favorite moments are simple ones, like sharing meals and catching up over tea. For the past five years, my husband and I have spent several months each year living with his 85-year-old mom . Since he and I both work remotely and don't have any children or pets, we make the most of our freedom by choosing to spend a lot of time with his mom while we can.
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