Dating as a Single Mother

Dating as a single mother is a complex and sometimes difficult task. One of the biggest challenges is dealing with the guilt of leaving your child for a night out with someone you may or may not be interested in. This can lead to the need to be strategic about introducing dating into the secure world you've created for you and your child.

To minimize potential disruptions to your child's routine, it's a good idea to only go on dates after your child's bedtime and before they wake up. Having a sitter arrive shortly before your scheduled date can help with this. And if you wanted to stay out overnight, always made sure to return before my son woke up.

Your child's well-being should always be your top priority, even when it comes to dating. This means not leaving them with a sitter during the night, or allowing the sitter to take on responsibilities like preparing their breakfast or getting them ready for school. This is especially true as children get older and become more aware of their surroundings and the people in them.

Another thing to consider is the impact that your dating habits can have on your child. If you constantly break away from your "mommy" role on the weekends, it can disrupt the balance that you've established with your child and potentially lead to behavioral issues.</