ANSWER:

Pay no attention to what they say at all and be grateful to Allah as your husband is on your side!

Do not show them or tell them about anything you do or purchase or spend. Don’t argue with them or defend yourself or your parents. Just smile in their faces and let them say whatever they want to say.

QUESTION: My husband has never imposed spending restrictions on me or for our children. My mother in law and sister in laws intervene frequently reminding me that the money I spend belongs to my husband and thus do not allow me to make any purchases. They expect my elderly parents to take care of my finances and necessities. I am suffering mentally and emotionally. What can I do?