2have4kids
Mother of 3
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You could play mil a little like sil does, set up play dates with other healthy kids and invite mil, play to mil how your LO misses her and needs her (get him on the phone) she doesn't need to know that you're intentionally staying away from sil, that will cause friction especially if she doesn't agree (from lack of her ability to understand). She just needs to know she's wanted. Try not to bring up sil in her presence and if mil brings her up quickly change the subject - drawing boundaries is easier when you stop yourself from getting sucked into conversation (even hearing about sil would be draining to me as it is with my own sister).