any tips / advice for meeting his parents for the first time?

Answer 1

Keep mom happy
If mom is unhappy, everyone is unhappy.

Compliment everything she takes pride in or puts effort in to. Moms and sons are close, so keep in mind she will be watching you to make sure you are up to snuff (you won't ever be 100% but try for 90%)

Dad wants to hear that he has done a good job with his son, so compliment the son and attribute the dad for the good things. Men are competitive, vying to be alpha male, even father and son, pay homage to the dad but don't let your boyfriend feel he isn't on equal footing. Dad will understand, son needs to be reassured. Trust me on this one.

Offer to help, whether cooking, clearing the table, or whatever task. Likely they'll refuse, but offer. Make an effort to help without asking. But respect the boundaries, folks are territorial about their home, especially their kitchen.

Make your bed before you leave the room in the morning (even if you never do it at home) this small thing will impress mom and dad that their son has met a grown up.

Don't gang up on your boyfriend. Its a test and a trap. They can do it, they raised him, but they will not take kindly if you join in the mocking and humbling. Gently with humor stick up for him.

Unless they're Klan members, don't rock the boat, you don't have to live with them if they say or do stupid things (and they will, we all do).

Write them a note when you get home, thanking them, gush.

Answer 2

haha good question. I'm flying to England to meet my b/f's parents LOL Imagine how nervous I am. haha

I'd say just be yourself and bring a small gift (maybe chocolates or an ornament since it's Christmastime). but don't talk too much! This is just what I would do, Make sure you look nice at all times! Think about your answers before you answer their questions. Hope this helps! :)

Answer 3

Be yourself. Sounds like this might be over the holidays so bring a small gift - a plant or something. Try to let them talk a bit. Try to remember something about each of them and inquire politely. "David tells me you're into Bonsai gardening...blah blah" or whatever.

You can do what I did and pound 2 beers in the car first! :)

Answer 4

I would say just be yourself. Your partner must like, love and respect you just the way you are. I'm sure his parents will too! Although meeting a partners oldies for the first time can be scary!!! Good luck!!!

Answer 5

Mind your manners, say thank you, please Mrs or Mr. Don't call them by their first names unless they tell you to. Shake their hand but not too hard or not like a wet noodle either. Say nice to meet you. Thank you for having me in your home.
Offer to help with the dishes or the clean up,even if you'd rather do anything else. Thank her for the meal or the snacks she provides you if she does when you meet her and her husband.

Don't get onto any contraversial subjects. Be yourself but don't be inflamatory.

Answer 6

Just be yourself. Err on the side of appearing too shy. Don't bring up any politics or anything like that. If the subject does come up you need to work on some thoughtful, honest, but safe answers.

Republican Dad :"So what are your thoughts on war in Iraq?"
Response "I think our troops are doing the best they can right now."

YOu aren't agreeing or disagreeing, but you are making a honest statement.

Answer 7

Walk straight up to his mother and slap the you know what out of her. Then tell her you are the new b in town and you run the show. You will never have any problems out of him or his parents, guaranteed.

Answer 8

be polite, bring a small gift and just wait and see what the mood is like

Answer 9

act polite and nice dont talk too much but still talk dont make it seem like u dont want to be there

Answer 10

You might want to ask him this question. He knows his parents well and will know what they expect.