Question 1

Is a nesting partner the same as a primary partner?

Accepted Answer

Not always. Some polyamorous people use 'nesting partner' specifically to mean the person they live with, while 'primary partner' implies a hierarchy of emotional importance. Some people reject hierarchical labels entirely.

Question 2

Can you have more than one nesting partner?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Some polyamorous households include multiple partners living together, all of whom could be considered nesting partners.

Question 3

Is the nesting partner concept only for polyamorous people?

Accepted Answer

It is most commonly used in polyamorous communities, but the concept of a live-in partner is universal.

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