You, Your Husband & His Mother | Tracy Dalgleish (EP423)
Minimalist Moms Podcast | Simple Living for Overwhelmed Moms
Diane Boden
4.8 • 952 Ratings
🗓️ 11 December 2025
⏱️ 38 minutes
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Summary
If your mother-in-law feels like the third person in your marriage, this episode is for you. Dr. Tracy Dalgleish breaks down why so many women feel stuck between being the “bad guy” or the “doormat,” and reveals the five-step VAULT method for setting boundaries, protecting your marriage, and finally stepping out of the in-law power struggle.
Links Discussed in This Episode |
- Previous Episode: Managing the Mental Load (EP337)
- Previous Episode: I Didn't Sign Up For This (EP294)
- Tracy's Resource: Us: Getting Past You & Me to Build a More Loving Relationship
- Connect with Dr. Tracy:
- Website
- Book: You, Your Husband, and His Mother: Create a Healthy Relationship with Your Mother-in-Law--and Your Spouse--in Five Simple Steps
About Dr. Tracy Dalgelish |
Dr. Tracy Dalgleish is a clinical psychologist, couples therapist, and sought-after relationship expert. She is the creator of Be Connected Digital, where she teaches people all over the world how to have healthy relationships. Her work has been featured in outlets like the New York Times, Forbes, and Time, and her research has appeared in peer-reviewed academic journals. She is the author of the book I Didn’t Sign Up for This and the host of the top 100 parenting podcast Dear Dr. Tracy. Owner of the mental health clinic Integrated Wellness, she lives in Ottawa with her husband and two children.
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