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Lauren
VIP October 2017

Do I invite my dad's girlfriend to my bridal shower?

Lauren, on July 7, 2017 at 12:44 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 6

So my parents have been divorced for a long time...maybe 15 years. My mom is remarried and my dad just starting dating someone about 8-9 months ago. My mom and FMIL are hosting my bridal shower in a few weeks and I was wondering if I should invite my dad's girlfriend????

I have met her numerous times and she is great. I don't want to offend her by not inviting her as my dad would probably be mad at me, but I also don't know if she would expect to come. I am just trying to decide if it is weird for my mom or maybe she doesn't even care? Divorced parents can make some of this wedding stuff complicated!

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Latest activity by Lauren, on July 7, 2017 at 1:01 PM
  • Sunshine
    VIP September 2017
    Sunshine ·
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    I would invite her.

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  • Elizabeth
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    Elizabeth ·
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    I think you should talk to your mom. You don't want to put anyone in an awkward situation.

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  • BlueHenBride
    Master March 2017
    BlueHenBride ·
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    I would, but I'd talk to your mom about it before just sticking her on the guest list. Tell her you don't want to make sure she'd be okay with it but that you also want to be inclusive and not risk offending your dad or his gf by not inviting her. Just make sure it's not going to be a surprise for your mom.

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  • Constance
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    Ask your mom, but I'd be inclined to invite her.

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  • Karie
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    Karie ·
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    Talk to your mom first, but I think you should invite her. Reevaluate the situation in a few months when your mom is ready to send invites

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  • Lauren
    VIP October 2017
    Lauren ·
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    Thanks everyone! She was planning on sending invites this week so I will talk to her tonight!

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