14 Answers

 Just sit down and talk to your father, tell him how you feel about this guy, tell him that you really like him, and tell him the highlights of this guy (personality, respectful, etc) then ask your dad if he minds if your boyfriend comes over for dinner or something, something that won't cause too much tension but allows your dad to get to know this guy you like.

"Dad, I want you to know that I have a boyfriend."

I'm sure that Dad will take it from there.....especially if you're still a teenager!  (Yes I know that your birthdate says 1985).

Ducky

Why don't you put your correct birthdate in your profile?

Ducky

1997....15 years old. Thank you...pretty young to have everything figured out yet. Be patient with yourself and others, okay?

Colleen

MCM, she changed the birth date AFTER Ducky said something.

It is always better to tear the bandage off quickly.  Be honest and truthful... tell it like it is!

By keeping a secret you are forcing your Mother to lie.  A lie of omission is still a lie.

Good Luck .

Ducky

Ouch!

Yes it probably does seem scary to tell your

Dad that you have a boyfriend but trust that

he loves and accepts you no matter what.

My oldest son is gay and he was also scared

to tell anyone when he was a teenager but we

all loved and cared about him, including his

three younger brothers because he was the

exact same person he was before he told anyone.

Good luck to you and believe in yourself and who

you are. :)

You`ve told your Mum..that`s good...might she be able to suss out the territory..she knows your Dad BEST!....It may take him time to get used to it...but at the end of the day parent`s do imho love their kids unconditionally ...It`s not an easy one I know!...but all the best...it`s your life to enjoy!! xx:-)

I agree with the member who suggested you work with Mom on the best way to bring up the subject with your dad. I'm presuming this will be via telephone, but maybe sending a letter and photo would be a really nice personal touch.  It shows that you think enough of Dad AND your boyfriend to make the effort. 

I'd just suggest you take it low-key, not telling him you are in love; just tell Dad you are enjoying a special friendship with Ben and you know Dad would like him very much. 

P.S.  Don't be in a hurry with this friendship.  Let it grow and mature without pushing or being pushed.  HAVE FUN! 

I also think this person is coming out!  Dad's sometimes first freak out! Be gentle with your dad.  It may take awhile but I would leave your friend out of it until dad has been informed! Do you think he will accept this?

Colleen

Coming out of what? Puberty? Maddie is a girl.

Just get him in the right frame of mind first,

Why not ask your Mom, to break the news gently first, then you can talk to your Dad, about your boy friend, when he gets over shock that his daughter is growing up fast.

I had a dad like that, so I know what you're going thru. It depends a lot on your age. If you're an older teen,then just tell him. If you're a younger teen, begin by weaving it into the conversation. Tell him how nice _________ is and what you and boyfriend have been doing together......like working on the school newspaper., etc. And when  your dad sees you talking to him on the phone alot- - - --he'll get the picture. Ask if he can come over so you can introduce him to your dad. Then, have him over more often, and Dad will get the picture.

Tell him directly!!

My bet is that your mum has probably said something already,he's probably just waiting for you to tell him in your own time,don't forget your mum and dad were once girlfriend and boyfriend too,I'm sure your underselling your dad, just be honest now and he will know he can trust you in the future

get him happy, and tell him, if he says u cant have him, tell him good things about him, and your true feelings, and show ur dad that u love him