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THERES NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUTYOURE NOT LOSING A SON AND YOU DONT HAVE TO BE GAINING A RIVAL.

For a mother whos accustomed to having been number one in her sons life, the arrival of a girlfriend, fiance, or wife can be a complicated, confusing, and emotionally challenging event. Likewise, coexisting harmoniously with the mother of her partner can be an overwhelming challenge for any woman. Sons, often caught in the middle, are sometimes understandably reluctant to take sides.

In Its Either Her or Me, relationship expert Ellie Slott Fisher examines the complex dynamics of these potentially fraught relationships and how they can be made rich in rewards for all parties. As a wife and the mother of a grown son, Fisher has been on both ends of the spectrum. She recounts her own experiences and those of the mothers, sons, girlfriends, fiances, wives, and even sisters she interviewed. With the help of psychologist Dr. Beatrice Lazaroff and licensed professional counselor Esther Ganz, Fisher offers practical solutions to help women on both sides copeand thrivein this most sensitive of relationships. Discover how to

gauge when its time to voice an opinionand when its best to bite your tongue

reach out to the woman in your sons life without being overbearing

handle the partner or mother-in-law whos truly impossible

show respect to your partners mother

ensure that your partners mother respects your boundaries

deal with jealous sisters and other difficult family members

and much more

Also including welcome advice on what he can discuss with either woman, Its Either Her or Me is an invaluable resource for women and the men they love.