The decision to introduce your boyfriend to your parents is a big step. It means your relationship is teetering toward commitment, and it's time to see if your special guy is going to get along with your family. Before you introduce your boyfriend to your parents, make sure you follow these steps.
Instructions
1. Define your relationship. To you, that is. If you've never established whether you two are together or just sleeping together, it could get mighty awkward when your parents refer to him as a boyfriend. Be prepared to explain yourself, and make sure it's not a surprise to your parents, your boyfriend or yourself.
2. Alert both parties. If your family has any quirks or touchy subjects, let your boyfriend know beforehand. If your dad is a diehard Steelers fan, don't let your boyfriend wander in and start trash-talking them. Also, let your parents know about your boyfriend. It will pave the way for decent small talk and avoid awkward missteps.
3. Set some rules. Tell your boyfriend act. Let him know whether to address your parents by their first names or sir and ma'am.
4. Announce yourselves. Your parents will probably want to tidy up the house and be a little prepared before you show up with the new love of your life.
5. Choose innocuous conversation. No politics. No religion. No sex.
6. Make things comfortable. Act as a friendly liaison between your possibly petrified boyfriend and your wary parents. Share family stories, introduce people, spark up conversation, tell your parents stories about you and your boyfriend, and let him chime in.
7. Thank both parties. If things go well, take some time to show your appreciation to each party.
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