insensitive remarks from husband's grandma

hi anyone encountered remarks abt 'u seem to have became fat' after giving birth for >6 months? my husband's grandma made such insensitive remarks and its really uncalled for. how would you dealt w it if you're in my shoes? don't attend any occasions when she is there lest she made such remarks again? or?

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I imagine being a mother in her older generation also differs in the amount of information and research that we fortunately get to read about now. I would try explaining briefly, and if she takes interest, educate her more. It's normal to carry weight pp and the rate of losing weight really differs with every mama. While I'd probably not avoid her, I also sometimes deal with such comments actively through the practice of internal eye rolls. Know that there will be people in the community who stand by you and empathise with your situation!

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