Many of us fondly remember when Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie were the talk of the town. Since their highly publicized divorce, both have moved on with their lives. Nowadays, Brad Pitt has found love once more.

With his relationship with Ines De Ramon now well-known, you’d think he might be keen on becoming more settled and involving his children. However, insiders suggest some steps need to be taken before they start a family together.

Speaking to PEOPLE last November, a source described Ines as “Brad’s first proper relationship since the divorce.” He’s comfortable introducing her as his girlfriend, and his friends are pleased to see him in a happy place.

Despite making strides in his life and love, Brad remains cautious following his split from Jolie. The memories of the legal battles from his previous marriage still loom large.

It wouldn’t be surprising if a prenuptial agreement is considered before he steps into another serious commitment like marriage. But another important step remains—introducing his girlfriend to his kids.

Currently, it seems he’s holding back on introducing her to his children, likely due to concerns over how his ex-wife might react. According to one source, “Brad’s walking on eggshells when it comes to introducing his children to his new girlfriend. The caution stems from a desire to avoid additional tensions with Angie.”

They continued, “Angie is not just the kids’ mom; she’s their best friend. Can you imagine the potential awkwardness of a meeting between the kids and Ines? It’s understandable he’s not in a rush for introductions!”

Normally, the children are seen in public with their mother, while Brad has been absent in such photos for quite some time. The ongoing custody battle for the younger children remains complicated, with Angelina seemingly extending proceedings until they reach adulthood.

This situation certainly warrants further observation.