How to Bring Your Boyfriend Home for the First Time

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Ask your boyfriend if he'd like to meet your parents

   You want to make sure he is genuinely interested in meeting them, or he will be bored, and your parents will get the wrong idea.
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   Step 2: and make sure that he's willing before you continue.

   Afternoon or evening is generally best, and a weekend is a good choice, because as no one should have anywhere to go, it will leave the environment more stress-free and keep both of you calm. , This will give you time to calm him down, remind him about anything you think is important (your father's hatred of tattoos, your mother's expensive silver collection, allergies, likes/dislikes, hobbies, etc.), and let him know that you are in this together, and that he shouldn't necessarily feel nervous, although it is normal to feel anxious. , It will give everyone a feeling of formality. , , Point out interesting facts about anyone (except yourself), if the conversation slows down, and keep it light and flowing easily.
   
   Try to avoid subjects like long-term goals, plans for the future, and anything that would make your parents or boyfriend uncomfortable, like sex or arguments. , He should shake your parents' hands, tell them it was nice to meet them, and leave, not at a casual pace, but not a rushed pace either. , No parent wants to see their teenage daughter locking lips with someone they might not approve of. ,,
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   Step 3: Ask your parents and your boyfriend what time works best for them

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   Step 4: and choose a day that works for everyone.

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   Step 5: Ask your parents to be ready at a certain time

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   Step 6: and meet with your boyfriend some time before you plan on meeting.

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   Step 7: Knock on the door

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   Step 8: even though it's your house

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   Step 9: unless you and your parents planned it out differently.

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    Step 10: Greet your parents and introduce your boyfriend: 'Hi

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    Step 11: this is _________

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    Step 12: and I thought you should meet him.'

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    Step 13: You will probably sit down to talk

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    Step 14: and you will probably act as the moderator.

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    Step 15: When it's fairly apparent that the conversation is winding down

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    Step 16: tell your boyfriend that it's almost time to leave.

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    Step 17: Avoid kissing your boyfriend goodbye when he leaves

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    Step 18: unless it is a quick peck on the cheek.

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    Step 19: Keep it short with your boyfriend if you leave with him

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    Step 20: unless you are going on a date with him.

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    Step 21: Make sure to talk to your parents and boyfriend to see if everything went all right

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    Step 22: if anyone was left with questions

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    Step 23: and if they approve of each other.

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