Having the talk means youre ready to make a relationship official. Some couples simply slip into a committed relationship, whereas others need a direct conversation about it. According to a relationship expert, its socially acceptable to broach the subject after two months.

What does it mean when a couple is official?

For example, in your head, “official” means you meet your partners friends and family and are informed of all their financial decisions; however, they might disagree and say this is too much too soon. Or you assume “official” means monogamous but your partner thinks otherwise.

How do you know if your relationship is official?

8 Signs You Know You Two Are Ready to Become OfficialYouve dated around a lot. You have a lot in common. You still have your own lives outside of each other. Your friends know about him/her. You know at least something about each others upbringing. Youve broken pretty much all dating rules with this person.More items •Aug 24, 2012