9 Simple Rules For Meeting His Relatives

Because if his nan hates you, you’re out

- Faye M Smith

1 Timing is everything

It’s as cringe-inducing as a smear test, with the fear factor of an X Factor audition, but if you’re heading to Seriousville, then sooner or later it’s (cue dramatic voice) Time. To. Face. The. Music. ‘Meeting the in-laws early in a relationship can put pressure on a budding romance, and some people spook easily,’ says Shannon Smith, dating expert at Plenty of Fish. ‘Don’t force the meeting but, at the same time, waiting until the wedding is not recommended.’

2 Enough with the tongues, please

Yes, in your eyes he’s hotter than Nando’s Peri-Peri sauce, but slow down with the PDA. ‘You can show that you care about their child, but full-on French kissing might not be the best way to do so,’ says Shannon. And no sex jokes. Especially anal ones. Keep it PG-13, people!

3 Don’t go deep