How long into a relationship do you introduce your bf/gf to your parents?

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I don't really know when I should do this, I have been with my current bf for almost 7 months. I don't live with my mom, so I don't think that it is important for me to do this just yet, however he has been asking me when he is going to meet my mom. I don't think I should unless we are getting married or something, is it wrong to think this way?? I have met his parents already, and they are very nice.

Answer 1

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It depends on the culture. My parents met my boyfriend in the first few weeks (it was awkward though), but I have friends who only introduce boys if they're engaged or something.

It sounds like in his family, it's important to get introduced to parents. So he could interpret it as a sign that you're ashamed of him if you don't. I know it's not like that for you, but it's probably better to avoid hurt by introducing him. You can make it a very casual thing at your own place for tea - that way, your parents are in your territory and your bf doesn't feel as awkward.

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Answer 2

It's not how long,it's how you know him and love him and ready to commit yourself with him and ready to introduce him to your parents.

Answer 3

I would ask why he wants to meet your mom/mum. :) (uk hehe)

But yet its normal to meet the parents after 7months. I would do it kind of whenever it happens. Maybe one day your mom and him are in the same place at the same time, but dont make it so formal. Dont arrange a meet or a dinner ect.

If your with him for 7months then i imagine its going great. To be honest, it sounds kind of long over due.

Hope that helps, but its just my view.

Answer 4

is there any reason why you dont want to introduce your bf to your mom?if there's any reason make sure that its reasonable and fair to your bf.You know what,if you are serious with your bf and proud of him,theres no reason not to introduce him to your mom.It doesn't matter if your dating with him for 7months 1 year or 2 years,,what matters is,,your open to your family to your mom specially that you already have a bf.And,,if your parents is strict you don't have to be scared to tell them or to introduce your bf as long as your on the right age.You know what,,its really fun seeing your bf bonding with your parents or your family.Example what if you and your family have to go out of town don't you want to bring your bf?isn't it lonely not having your bf beside you..much better if you have them both..your family and your bf together.Just try it,,there's nothing wrong of introducing him,,and there's nothing to lose,,right?goodluck.

Answer 5

tricky but it depends on ur relationship with your mum- if youre still close to her then it might be nice for them to meet, but if you arent then as you say waiting til ie marraige would be ok...watever you do it should be what youre comfortable with so if you dont want to introduce them, explain it to your bf and he should understandif its with good reason

Answer 6

If you have met his parents, then let him meet yours. I would not see this as an indication of marriage. Only you know if your parents would see it as such. Keep it informal.

Answer 7

i dont know, my b/f met my parents a long time ago, i havent met his yet, they live 1,000 miles away, someday maybe. im in no hurry. my parents met him before i did though! i dont think there a time limit, more like when things get really serious, like if you start talking engaged, then it would seem like he should meet her.