Children meeting a new partner

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SSJ
31.10.2025 14:56:00

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Hello, looking for some advice on when is the correct time for children to meet my new partner.

For context, me and my wife have been separated for 2 years and divorced officially for 8 months. We have children (8 & 12) who stay with my ex majority of the time (I have the kids every other weekend).

To the best of my knowledge, my ex isn't dating anyone seriously, but I have recently met someone who is great. They are interested to meet my children but I don't know when the right time is? I don't want to upset my children when they have already transitioned from the family home but I guess at some point they will have to meet.

What is the normal timeframe for these types of situations? Has anyone had their children meet their new partner and it was successful?

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