Is it normal to miss an ex while in a relationship?
Yes, it’s normal to miss an ex sometimes, even when you care about your current partner. Missing someone or a chapter of your life doesn’t automatically mean you want to get back together.
An ex can be tied to familiar routines, good memories, or a version of your life you sometimes miss. Feelings don’t neatly disappear just because you’ve started a new relationship, and a passing wave of nostalgia isn’t a betrayal.
What matters more is what you do with the feeling—and whether it’s occasional or taking up a lot of space. If you’re constantly comparing your partner to your ex, hoping to reunite, or hiding contact, it may be worth getting honest with yourself about what you want. You don’t have to confess every stray memory, but you should be fair to your current partner and clear about your boundaries.