Well, I would be telling her that while I appreciate that advice she is giving, I would rather she kept it to herself and let me find my own way in the world of parenting.

It sounds like she is the kind of person who can't 'control' her life as well as she would like, so has to try and 'control' or advise everyone around her in order to have that 'control'.

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     i think if she is a good friend she will listen to you. I think you need to sit down with her and tell her what she means to you BUT...........It might hurt her a little but she should understand. I had this problem with a good friend of mine but she has no children and i have 4!! She would always tell me how i need to be harder on my children as they will never learn how to behave appropiately. It was hard to tell her how i felt but in the long run it has helped our relationship. Goodluck on this, its not easy ......

na xx

Hi, It is so funny how as soon as you have a baby everyone gives you so much advice.  If there is one thing I have learnt is that every baby is different and that you can take on board some of the advice and let the other advice go through one ear and out the other. 

You mention that this is a close friend so I see no reason for you not to tell her your concerns.  Maybe she does not realise how it is affecting you.  I would sit her down over a coffee and in a calm manner explain how you feel.  Ensure you use I statements so that it does not seem like you are attacking her as she may get her back up and feel unappreciated.  Can use statments like.......I feel frustrated when.........because.......... I feel upset when.......because............

I wish you the best of luck and know that whatever you are doing is right for your baby.

Tania x

Be honest with your friend.  This is the perfect time to put up some boundaries about how you are going to raise your child.  Family and Friends are all going to have opinions, advice, or suggestions.  Tell her that you want to be able to communicate with her, without her unwelcome advise.  You can always ask her for help or suggestions, just make sure you are honest. I am sure she will understand.