Meeting their parents for the first time is super intimidating. You want them to like you! You want it to go perfectly. Of course, perfect doesn’t exist, but how can you make it go as great as possible?
Your significant other should prepare you for the occasion and give you a look at what their parents are like. This is a good help, but you’ll need more than this, especially when you’re there, in the moment. So, what should you do? Here’s how to make the best first impression when meeting their parents.
- Get to know his or her mom. Like really know. Ask questions.
- Observe the parent/child relationship from a distance.
- Consider bringing a small gift.
- Try to tone down the enthusiasm.
- Don’t be overly sensitive.
- Dress like a classy lady or man.
- Keep the PDA light when the parents are around.
- Remember your table manners.
- Offer to help with the dishes.
Source: Bolde