He lets the children see that he sincerely respects
and likes (and even loves) their mother.
He makes a kid-friendly date with you and invites
your children along.
He takes you and the kids to church.
He has a good job and a solid work history.
He’s kind to his mother and checks in with her often
(but mama’s boys need not apply).
His nieces and nephews spend considerable time with
him.
He has younger siblings he helped care for when he
was younger—and they made it through, unscathed.
He has a pet, and it actually gets fed and taken care of.
He keeps his house clean and knows how to cook a
few decent meals.
He’s financially prepared to care for you and your
children, or he has the desire to.