It was official that Levi Johnston had a new girlfriend when he and Sunny Oglesby made a change to their Facebook status saying they’re ‘in a relationship’.

Dancing With The Stars sensation Bristol Palin insists she is thrilled -- because the new relationship appears to have had a positive impact on Johnston’s parental responsibilities to their son Tripp.

“I have to be happy for Levi’s new relationship because it sounds like his new girlfriend is influencing him to want to actually spend time with Tripp,” Bristol insisted.

She added that she hopes the new girlfriend will keep up the pressure.

“I sincerely appreciate her influence because [Levi] hasn’t asked to see Tripp in over five months.”