Being the mother of the bride is a full-time job—often with little or no thanks. With the help of this guide, mothers-in-law-to-be can now tackle the seemingly endless details with calm. Inside, you will find what is expected of the mother of the bride (and all the role"s no-nos), ways to dissolve the stress around her and reduce her own tension, tips on being the best mother-in-law any groom has ever had, and how to help the bride avoid sticky family situations. • Filled with words of wisdom from mothers of the bride who have lived to tell the tale • A great gift idea for the bride to give to her mother