If you?ve recently gotten engaged, it?s likely you know everything about your future spouse: their favorite food, their favorite color, and that embarrassing story about them puking in front of their whole class in the second grade. But what do you really know about their family"
Many couples decide to make family introductions right after the relationship gets serious, but sometimes it just doesn?t work out that way for whatever reason. Maybe they live far away, you got engaged really quickly and unexpectedly, or it simply hasn?t been in the cards yet. You still haven?t met them and now that there?s a wedding date involved and you may be anxious about that long-awaited first meeting. So, when is the right time to meet your future in-laws" What do you do if your future spouse is dragging their feet on the anticipated introductions" Here are a few tips on when to meet your future family and a few things to keep in mind to make sure the meeting goes smoothly.
You Should Meet as Soon as Possible
Once you get engaged, it?s crucial to meet your future in-laws just as soon as possible. Although you may not be living near them after you?re married, they will still be part of your family and an important part of your life. The longer you put off this first meeting, the more nervous you might feel.
Talk to your future spouse and suggest setting up a dinner date or a weekend visit, so you can officially meet your new in-laws face-to-face. Some couples may be in a sit...