I wouldnt want my MIL here (she lives 3500km away) before or during the birth because I feel like i need to be a 'good host' for the inlaws, plus as much as we get along normally we do have different views on things and i've found 3rd tri has made me a little less patient than usual! On the other hand, I'm really looking forward to my mum flying up a week before my due date (she lives 5000km away!) as i dont feel the need to entertain or run around after her, and i know she'll be a gem at looking after me with cooking and cleaning and stuff. But I dont see me really wanting anyone else around, i'd rather be able to do what i want when i want at that stage not accommodate other people.