My husband (31M) and I (29F) have recently agreed to having a non-monogamous marriage. For the time being, he isn’t too interested in pursuing other relationships for himself, but has enthusiastically consented to me finding a hookup or long-term partner (really whatever I want). Although, I’d prefer long-term over a bunch of hookups.

My preference is to refrain from using dating apps. Not hating on them, I’m just a bit old fashioned so would prefer to meet someone at a bar, festival, etc. (yeah it’s gonna be harder that way but gonna give it a go).

So my question is, at what point is it most respectful (and least awkward) to break the news to a prospective partner that I am in a non-monogamous marriage? At the bar, meeting for the first time? Get their number, then break the news via text? In-person on the first date?

I haven’t dated in 10 years, let alone in this kind of relationship dynamic, so I just want to be as respectful as possible and not waste anyone’s time. I’d also hate for someone to find out I’m married via my FB profile, rather than hearing it from me first.

Any advice or suggestions from those more experienced is much appreciated.