If you are worried about the notion of your children suffering through another separation process, is there an underlying nagging doubt about the longevity of your relationship?

If this is a serious, long term, committed relationship, that you are involved with, and you feel it's a good time, to start acclimating your children to the new woman in your life, then perhaps it's time to introduce them to your friend.

And if you are hesitant, that's also your right as a parent, to protect the feelings and emotions of your children.