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Once you’ve introduced them to your family, and especially if they have joined you for more informal family events.
Once you’ve communicated effectively and asked them to attend. Bringing it up and expecting them to want to attend doesn’t count.
We can talk all we want about how they should get the hint. However, I don’t know about you, but I don’t use “hints” to communicate my expectations in a relationship.
Have the conversation directly.
Great! That’s really good to hear. I honestly don’t think there’s a timeline it’s completely subjective. Just whenever ask whenever you feel comfortable enough to take that step.
However, if your a woman, I’d recommended doing it sooner than later. I believe having the men in your family get a feel for the guy is very important if family is important to you.
As someone in a newer relationship, please be clear with what you want. In no uncertain terms. It can be hard to read between the lines of “I’m going to” vs. “I want you to go with me to see..”. I’m happy to go but don’t want to accidentally impose if that’s not your intent.
Unpopular opinion: your significant other doesn’t need to be interested in attending stuff with your family. My spouse can go see her parents all she wants but it doesn’t mean I’m going to go. Same thing with me seeing my parents or family. Weddings or other events - I will go if I knew the people but it’s a waste if I don’t know anyone. Why would they want to pay for another meal?
Agree with seeing family irregularly, but in terms of important events I think you should make the effort. It strengthens the relationship and brings you closer to the family.
Once both people know they are heading to a life long commitment.
Agree with EY2. My misread!