{"id":18264,"date":"2019-02-16T01:00:11","date_gmt":"2019-02-16T09:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/datemixstaging.wpengine.com\/?p=18264"},"modified":"2022-05-13T02:36:43","modified_gmt":"2022-05-13T09:36:43","slug":"tips-for-dating-a-single-mom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoosk.com\/date-mix\/dating-advice\/dating-with-kids\/tips-for-dating-a-single-mom\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Simple Tips for Dating a Single Mom"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A single mom is a woman first, so it\u2019s good practice to bring your best self to whatever date you go on with her. Be a gentleman. Be confident. Be kind. Be attentive. If you like her, tell her. If you\u2019re not interested, tell her. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But there are some more things you should consider when dating a single mom<\/a>. Here are a few things you shouldn\u2019t assume about singles moms:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t assume her time is her own.<\/b>
\n<\/span>Your time is precious. You might have your own kids, so you may understand the complicated juggling act that a single mom goes through when working a full time job and handling her kids\u2019 schedules and extracurricular activities. Or you may not have kids yourself, but a time-consuming job instead. Or maybe you have a job that gives you much loved leisure time. Whether you understand what a single mom goes through on a daily basis or not, know that she deserves someone who\u2019s going to value her time. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Single moms juggle a lot. On top of what was listed above, they may need to get a babysitter to go out and have extra time to prepare. If you know she\u2019s looking for something serious and you\u2019re looking for a hook-up, don\u2019t waste her time by not making your intentions clear upfront. She\u2019ll appreciate your honesty and be glad to know so she can move on. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And if you make plans with her, make sure to stick to them. Things may come up, but since she\u2019s probably juggling more than you to make sure she\u2019s able to go on a date in the first place, it\u2019s good practice that you don\u2019t flake on her.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t assume that she\u2019s looking for someone to support her and her kids.<\/b>
\n<\/span>Just because a single mom is dating, you can\u2019t assume that she\u2019s out there just scoping for a breadwinner. Plenty of single moms support their children on their own or with the help of relatives or their children\u2019s father, so don\u2019t expect or assume that they\u2019re looking to give up their financial independence anytime soon. Many have worked hard to gain and maintain a life for themselves and their children. They may be more likely to look for a <\/span>partner <\/span><\/i>than someone to depend on. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t assume that she\u2019s looking for her kids\u2019 next dad.<\/b>
\n<\/span>You won\u2019t know at first how active your date\u2019s  children\u2019s father is in their lives. Even if he isn\u2019t in the picture, your date may have spent years as her kids\u2019 mom and<\/span> dad, and could be very comfortable in that role. For many single moms, you might just be her fun boyfriend\/husband, and not someone she wants involved with her kids.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If her kids are young and\/or never knew their father, she may be actively looking for someone to fulfill that role. That\u2019s something you can suss out early and decide if it\u2019s something you\u2019re interested in for yourself. Being honest with yourself and how you feel about her and what a relationship with children would mean for your life are important things you\u2019ll need to consider.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t assume she doesn\u2019t want any more kids. <\/b>
\n<\/span>Maybe you\u2019ve always wanted kids and are quick to rule out single moms.Even though single moms already have children, that doesn\u2019t mean they wouldn\u2019t love to have and raise another child with their new partner (aka you). If it\u2019s something you\u2019re interested in, it\u2019s something to clear up with them upfront.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t assume she\u2019ll have similar boundaries as you..<\/b>
\n<\/span>Many single moms have boundaries around their time and details about their children. It\u2019s completely normal for her to be unavailable during certain times or unwilling to discuss certain topics about her children and her past relationship. Many moms wait a specified amount of dates\/months, etc. before introducing someone new to their children. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Honor whatever boundaries she sets, and even if you feel serious and committed to her, don\u2019t push her to change her boundaries until she\u2019s ready to, especially when it comes to her children. You may be ready to meet them, but there may be issues you aren\u2019t aware of quite yet. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite the complexities that come with their situation, , single moms are already capable of a lot of love. They\u2019re often incredibly strong, vibrant, interesting, and sexy women. Treat and care for them as a woman first, and consider these tips.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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