It's that really awkward time of year where you have to figure out whether you've been dating someone long enough to introduce them to your family.  And that's TOUGH.

--Fortunately, we've got a four-point guide from a dating service called 'It's Just Lunch' for how you should handle the holidays with your new boyfriend or girlfriend.  Listen and absorb . . .

#1.)  Dating less than three months.  Invite them to hang out with your friends.  But nothing more than dessert with your family . . . and that's only if your family lives locally.

#2.)  Dating three to six months.  You can do dinner with the family, but only if they live nearby.  You're not ready to travel home together yet.

#3.)  Dating six months to a year.  It's safe to invite them to travel home with you . . . but don't be shocked if they have an excuse not to go.

#4.)  Dating over a year.  You should expect to be with one of your families for the holidays.