Just ranting.... Hi mummies and daddies. Im getting crazy. I am currently staying with my in laws as my bto is not here yet. I have a 16 months old son and i am preg . I have to deal with a inconsiderate family members in the hse. My in law smokes in the house. Even with the bedroom door closed i can smell it so strongly. And so much other inconsiderate stuff they can all do. And who the hell will people place the lighter and cig under the reach for children... my son always pick up the lighter on the coffee table.. And when my son is sleeping. They do not know how to lower down the tv and phone volume its really loud can! And even morning 7am they can be very loud as well. I am a working mom. I have already tolerate for 3 years. Tried telling the in law not to smoke in the house as it is bad for baby but useless. The whole house is just so smelly as cig smell can stain on sofa etc. It is affecting me working as well with those inconsiderate acts. Hais. I do not know what to do but can just wait for my bto to arrive.

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I'm pregnant with a 16mo too and I can't imagine the distress and misery you must be feeling in your situation. If it's within your budget, I'd highly recommend renting a small place for your peace of mind. HDB has a scheme to help new families with a temporary place while waiting for their flats to be completed. The rental is direct to HDB and ranges from $400-$900 per month depending on location for a 2-3 room flat. I hope this helps! https://www.hdb.gov.sg/cs/infoweb/residential/renting-a-flat/renting-from-hdb/parenthood-provisional-housing-schemepphs

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Aaaaand I just realised from the other comments that your post is from 3 years ago 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ I hope you found a solution or at least happily staying in your new place now 💕