What qualities do parents look for when deciding if a boy should date their daughter?

Answer 1

Certainly that depends on the parents but some things that are likely to be universal are:
someone that will treat their daughter with respect, kindness, and that cares about her and puts her needs, safety, and happiness first. Most parents would like the boy to have the same values and beliefs as they have, although that is not necessarily the case. Parents want their children to be happy, safe, and for their little girls, to have the opportunities they never had themselves when they were children. They want the boy to understand that she is their little girl, no matter how old she is, and to respect their wishes. They want to know that the boy will not take their daughter away from them, nor will he take her virginity, take advantage of her, take her honor, break her heart, or cause a rift between them and their daughter. They want to know that the boy has potential to be successful, that he has goals, that he is focused on his education, a career, that he is honest, honorable, comes from a good family, has good manners, is polite, respectful, and even gallant. They want to know that the relationship with the boy will enhance her life and make her life better in some way.
The fact that you care enough to ask is a wonderful sign! Great good luck!

Answer 2

They need to treat their parents with respect. They need to be able to sit down and get to know you first without a grudge about it. Ask other parents about the boys reputation. He must always respect your house rules and never try to persuade your daughter to go against you. And how has your daughter's personality changed since becoming interested in him? If you don't like the changes you see in her - get rid of him. She'll be grateful one day.

Answer 3

Well, My mother always told me growing up "how a boy treats his parents is how he will treat you" I found that to be very true.

Respectful or both your daughter and his own parents.
Maturity
Age of your daughter compared to the boy.
Non drinking/smoking
Looks you in the eye
Can sit and talk to you intelligently
Truthful
Honest

Answer 4

First impressions. Politeness, respect to both their daughter and the girls parents. A reliable car, a plan for the future and parents with a strong marriage.

Answer 5

Deciding? My daughter decides and just let her know if she can.
But one thing, eye contact. does the boy look u in the eye. Has he been in trouble. I would not want my son or daughter dating someone who does not have same interest in future. Like college and the future.

Answer 6

I don't - it's her life, not mine, all I (would) do (if she was interested in dating a boy) is be there for her should it go pear-shaped, and try to pass on the wisdom of my experience gently. IME, telling her (any daughter, not just mine) an outright "NO! You can't/won't/shouldn't see him!" is only likely to drive her to see him on the sly, and then you won't have a clue what they're likely to be getting up to.

Answer 7

Is he respectful of you and your daughter?

Is his pants around his ankles or on like normal people?

Is he hanging out with a good crowd and not idiots and thugs?

Answer 8

It's not up to the parents. You have raised your daughter with values, she will either have learned and will follow those values or she won't.

If you like her other friends, I wouldn't worry about it - actually, not much you can do about it anyway.

Answer 9

It's not the parents' choice. They're not dating.
-Miss J.

Answer 10

Perhaps impotency. Or skill in using condoms.