For monogamous, escalator relationships, introducing a partner to your children is Big Deal- there's an assumption that this person will eventually live with you, become a parent to the children, and be a very important part of their day to day lives. It's only natural to get stuck on the weight of that kind of partner introduction- but it closes off all the creativity of polyamorous relationships. What will this person's role in your children's lives be? How do your children best take in new information? We break down how to think about introducing partners to children of all ages.