My mother-in-law has been working in Texas for over five years. She earns a good salary and occasionally sends us money to help maintain our lifestyle.

Michael and I are both from small towns and have worked hard all our lives. After we got married, we decided to move to the city and rented an apartment. I work as a marketing specialist with a decent salary, and my husband is a bank manager, so our income is pretty good. We figured we could manage living in a rental.

We didn’t choose the cheapest option. Our apartment was in a central part of the city, modernly renovated, spacious, and well-equipped. Our income allowed us not only to cover the rent but also to eat out at cafes or order takeout. We didn’t skimp on ourselves; we dressed well and attended various events. We wanted to enjoy all the joys of life.

My mother-in-law frequently sent money, so we had a financial cushion and didn’t deny ourselves anything.

But everything changed when I found out I was pregnant. Michael was thrilled. We had started to worry because, after four years of marriage, we still didn’t have children. This news was pure joy for us.

I decided to leave my job to ensure the baby’s health. My husband surrounded me with care and attention.

We agreed that our child deserves only the best. We bought a new crib and stroller, which cost us $2,500. We didn’t want to cut corners for our child because they are our future. We ordered clothes for the baby, mostly from overseas, and chose the best hospital for delivery.

Additionally, we decided that after the birth, we should move into our own home. We don’t have that kind of money, and considering all the expenses for the baby, we felt that my mother-in-law should help us purchase a home. I persuaded my husband to ask his mother for money for housing. He spoke with her, but her response left me completely dissatisfied.

— She said she doesn’t have that kind of money and won’t be able to earn it quickly, — Michael relayed the outcome of their conversation.

— How can that be? Are we supposed to bring the baby home to a rental? — I exclaimed.

I think my mother-in-law just doesn’t want to help us. She’s been working in Texas for several years and could have saved a decent amount for her future grandchild to buy a home. But she pretends she has nothing and hides money from her only son. Is that what a good mother does?

This is driving me crazy. I don’t know what to do. There are three months left until the baby arrives, and we’re still without our own place.

Can you advise me on how to convince my mother-in-law to buy us a home? How can I reach out to her?