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The original was posted on /r/relationships by /u/PeoplePleaseYourself on 2024-01-21 22:11:52+00:00.
I (40F) have been separated and living apart from my ex for a year now. I have 2 boys, 16 and 12, from my marriage. my marriage was emotionally and verbally abusive.
After much therapy, I turned on the dating apps to practice healthy conversations and boundaries. Now, I’ve met a very amazing man and am in a very healthy relationship, for the first time in my life. It is definitely serious and I can see it being very long term.
I’ve met his kids and I want to introduce him to mine. However, my kids don’t even know I’m dating. I was really trying to limit the amount of change for them and let us heal together before mentioning anyone else.
I’m looking for the HOW to bring it up. Like what words do I say? Best way to approach it? I’m new to this (obviously) and don’t want to approach this in a way that could be damaging.
TLDR: how do I tell my kids about the person I’m dating