As long as it is what you feel comfortable with, wait as long as you like. But if you’re waiting to prove a point, show you’re not easy, or for some other reason that really isn’t you, it can get awkward.
Not just that, but waiting a long time can also put a lot of pressure on the sex to be great.
The first time you have sex with someone new it can be good, but most likely you’re both getting comfortable with each other and figuring things out. [Read: Why you should ditch these false dating myths for a better love life]