Dating after abuse. Is this normal? Do I put the breaks on?

[CoconutSky]

Been talking to a guy I met OLD since late August.
Met up with him end of September for a date. We both have kids and jobs so see eachother around 2 times a week.
We’ve had some good dates, going for walks, drinks, sleepovers. Slept together like 4 times.
Both not seeing other people.
I’m new to the dating world after my last relationship ended in 2022. Ex was abusive and I’ve had to work on myself.
We speak daily and this guy says he likes me, hopes for a relationship with me however it’s something that he wants to “let happen naturally but hopes we do get to that point” He has told friends and family that he’s dating me.
I have never heard this term before. Am I being strung along for an FWB or is this the reality of non toxic dating? I’ve only ever known love bombing so it’s all new to me

Instead of focusing on what he wants, instead focus on figuring out what you want from him, then try to get that in an open, authentic way. If he can't or won't give what you want, leave him. That's it.

seems like you are in a relationship just with different terminology, if he isnt dating anyone else doesnt sound like FWB and it has only been 3 months.. good luck hope all works out well for you :)