Too soon to introduce boyfriend to family?
Hey ladies, I really need a few pointers because I’ve been dating this man for nearly a month and I brought up how I’m planning out my daughter’s 1st birthday in April. He said he’d love to come but my entire family’s gonna be there including my child’s father and his family😭 I have no doubts or worries in our relationship so far, but do you think it’s too soon to bring him??? HELP ME
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I personally think so just how i am but since everyone’s different, i mean you don’t have to explain anything to anyone and could always just enjoy yourself and everyone that wants to support and love your daughter on her bday is a plus.
Go with your intuition no one knows what’s best for you but you, and honestly there is no golden rule on how long someone should wait its more of a comfort in your relationship with your person.
I personally think it’s too soon to bring him around your daughter in any form.
Have a conversation with him about it and see what comfort levels are. It's YOUR relationship. Not anyone else's. Don't let anyone tell you how to act or behave in your lofe and relationships. My husband and I got married over a year ago after being together for 7 months. If I had listened to the people around me, I may not be in the wonderful, supportive, and healthy relationship I'm in, and I may have missed out on our son.
People here don't know your situation, life, personality, or relationship dynamic outside of the limited information we see. It allows toxic and controlling people to continue being harmful. Do what feels best to you, love. ❤️
I think one way to give you perspective, would be to think about how you would feel if your babies father brought a girlfriend of a few months to babies 1st birthday party. Could give clarity on if it’s too soon.
I would say wait to see how you feel about it (and about him) in April
I think that's too soon. If I had been dating someone for a month, they wouldn't have even been introduced to my child at that point. You're still getting to know him
Personally I think they should meet him before her birthday (your family) just so then it’s not awkward first meet time 😅
I felt awkward the first time I introduced my partner to my family as they are still good friends with my ex but I just did it to get it over with and they love him!
I would recommend ( if still in contact with your ex) to just let him now so then agains it’s not an awkward situation for both parties x
Personally I'd wait at least 6 months, but only you know what's best for you and your child
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