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.

How long should we wait to be official?

“The best way to truly learn about another person is to take the time needed to truly get to know them before making a commitment to them.” And while theres no exact right amount of time, she says you should wait anywhere from one to three months before making the relationship exclusive.