Staying close with my mother

You can talk to your parents about the kids, about things you do to enjoy yourself.  You could even open up to her and talk a little bit about your marriage.  Parents know more than we want to give them credit for.  She might even be able to help and give some good advice.

Every relationship has a line where beyond it the sharing ends and the privacy starts. A relationship between parents and children is no different. Just put the limits where you feel they need to be put and make sure you share in other areas.

If your mother wants to talk with you about it you can say that you don't want to go there and explain why. Your mother should be able to accept your wish to privacy.

Did you post this question because your mother has begun to ask you questions that you feel delve too deeply into your private life? Or are you uncomfortable about her asking about issues which bother you? If the first you can explain that you would rather not discuss these issues because they compromise your husband's and your privacy. If the second you might benefit from her advice even though it might be uncomfortable. Whatever the reason, every mother wants to help and support.

If Mom wants to know too many details about your marriage maybe you could try explaining to her that you love her, but some things just have to be kept private. If you have problems in your marriage maybe you should talk to your Mother about them!