How do you answer questions about your family when you’re estranged?

[SnugShaker]

If you’re dating someone and getting to know them, it’s pretty common for them to ask questions like ‘What is your family like?’ or ‘What’s your relationship with your family like?’

But what do you say if you’re estranged and no contact? It can feel awkward to explain, especially early on when you’re still figuring out how much to share. Do you keep it vague, be honest, or change the subject entirely?

How do I navigate these conversations? What’s the best way to handle it without making things awkward for either of us?

I'd simply speak of the people in my family I do have a good relationship with.

Or say lightly 'A bit dysfunctional; whose isn't? I really prefer not to talk about it'.