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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]21:04- safety isn't really a factor if your kid is never alone with anyone and they don't have access outside of you. I'd never leave my daughter with someone I was dating casually. But having her meet them at a group dinner? Sure, why not? My daughter has met four guys I've dated in 13 years. The first two, she was too young to know the difference. One she met in a group and had no idea I was dating him. The current one has met her briefly, twice. I keep them separate for the most part. If the relationship seems to lead toward marriage, they'll spend more time together. [/quote]

I think it's also about the environment. Kids can tell when something is going on between two people and the seem very familiar. It would be weird if the guy didn't seem to treat you any differently from the other people present.

Also, are these gatherings with other parents and their kids? Or are you bringing your kid to get togethers with a bunch of grown ups? Your kid doesn't remember you and your ex being married and being part of a family unit since you initiated divorce before she was born. I would be careful to model the right type of environment. If you're talking about another family is having a party for families and your divorced BF happens to be invited with his kids, then fine. But if you're taking your kid on a bunch of grown up outings then that's just not the right environment. Save that for your non-custody days.[/quote]

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