Single parent who is dating. When do you introduce the kids?

I'd say wait until you're in an *exclusive* relationship for at least 3 months before introducing anyone to your child. Your son is definitely young enough not to remember anyone who comes around, but it's a good idea to get into the habit now of waiting awhile to introduce your partner to him.

I've never been in this situation but I would think that an appropriate time would be when you AND the other person are comfortable meeting your son. I wouldn't introduce this person to your son if you don't think it's serious. Kids form relationships without parents/people even knowing it. You may not notice that your son then associates that person as "important". So as i said, just make sure you think it is the right time and make sure that the person you are seeing is comfortable with meeting your son as well.

I agree with not wanting to bring different people in your son's life when you don't know how long they'll be around. what you're doing right now ( mom's friend and everything) seems like the right thing to do cause he is young and probably won't understand all that well if you explain what a boyfriend is. If you're getting serious, then i think you should have a talk with your boyfriend about it and ask him first. to make sure he's comfortable too. i would definitely get your son comfortable first around your boyfriend before he starts coming over to your house alot and spending the night.

My 20 month old godson very quickly grew attached to my aunt's new boyfriend. He comes over pretty often, but when he isn't over, the baby doesn't seem to care. He never has cried when the boyfriend left, or anything along those lines. So, I'd say you should introduce your boyfriend to your baby as soon as it is serious enough that you are comfortable with having your baby know who he is. =) Hope this helps

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