Women with kids.. Is it harder for you to find a date?
367571
I have dated several times since I started having children. My first priority is my family. I would never chose a man over them so I am always honest from the beginning that they come first and are most important.\nNo man meets my family until I am comfortable with him and feel like it is the right fit. We have been through enough no reason for them to get attached to someone just to be hurt again. Sure of course something may happen the relationship doesnt work out. But I need to be comfortable in it before my baby meets the man.\nSo the man always knows about them...they do not know about him right away.\nThe only REAL difference I see in dating is I can not just up and go out. I very rarely leave my children with a sitter (ummmmm....ummmmm I remember once and that was a GOOD friend otherwise the only couple of other times its been family) so its not like I can just plan a hot Friday evening out Friday morning.\nMost guys are accepting and even love that I have a family and am very family orientated
384813
If it has been that long then you can feel free to date again. The only thing is I would not let my children met anyone until I was sure he was the right one. You are a free woman to do as you please/////////////////
165955
Yes, they are easy to find online.\n\nAlthough when you look, I would recommend NOT looking in a dating section...
665989
You sound perfect - whats wrong you cant find a responsible single Dad in you area that wants the same - Im a single Dad and all the women I find want me to marry them right away and they all have asked to move in - thats why im not seeing anyone cause the moving in thing starts a fight no matter what. I just want my free time to spend with my kids
72696
Yes I sure would. I would be willing to date a single mom because if I like the girl then I would accept her and her kids because they are apart of the package. My mom is also a single mom and has started dating and she is twice your age. If she can do it, so can you. Keep your head up and don't worry, there is someone out there for everyone.
338678
I think a park would be a good place to meet a woman who has a child.  I would also consider a book store, just think of places that a woman is likely to be and may have her kid(s) with her.  If you go to church, they may have a singles or parents without partners Sunday school class.
1161976
Just approach her and ask her to dinner. Single women with kids are a million times more desperate than average so unless you are a total loser you should be good, and she might even take you if you are a loser.
27213
Practically in the same situation as you.\nIt is my personal belief that the reason why it is hard to date people is because most people have unrealistic standards, are shallow and judgemental.\n\nI'm 32 going on 33 in two weeks, barely 5'6" lost 85% of my hair(which I do not care) a bit heavy, I work the night shift from 11pm to 7am and unable to meet someone.\n\nIt has been my experience that LOOKS do matter and the type of job one has.\nI hear personality but yet I have gotten the cold shoulder even before I say anything, which has lead me to be convinced it was based on looks.\nThen when I do get a chance I am judged on the type of job I have and had and the hours I work. \n\nListen from one guy to another, do not be overlly concerned with dating, live and enjoy your life and if you do meet someone great but please do not act like it is the end of the world if you do not meet someone
1165701
dating someone with kids can be difficult at times, especially if theres baby mama drama.  and you have to know that they will not always be as available as a person with no children. but if its something you think you are able to deal with and you really care about the person, then go for it.
260874
As a guy that has dated a single mother before - it has never come down to dealing with the ex-husband or the children being an issue. It has been an issue in the communication between the woman and myself. I expect that the kids will take precedence. I expect that she will need to talk to the father of her children and sometimes interact with them on a day to day basis. If you are up front and honest with the prospective boyfriend and communicate with him about the needs of your children and the interaction you have with their father it will help matters. You may find that looking for single dads may help as they are familiar with the needs of communicating with the mother of their children.
1092456
there is hope i am a 27 year single mom who until a year and a half ago was  raising two boys by myself .then i met and fell for a guy who is the best thing to happen to me and my boys.in the last year and half he has treated my boys better then their own father.sometimes these guys are harder to find then most but don't give up. and never let anyone say your children are baggage they are bonuses to any relationship.some guys are just not mature enough to realize it.
1183250
You just tell them how you honestly feel. You can't concern yourself with if they are going to be hurt or not. Both men and women have a hard time finding a partner when they have young kinds, unfortunately its worse for the woman with young kids. Its a matter of choice, and if you prefer not to date someone with young kids, that is your perogative and you have the right to make that decision. What's important here is your happiness in life with another.
743836
Not all women are like that. You just have to slow down and let God do his job and help you to find the right women. There is a women out there that is just right for you, you just have to quit rushing it to happen. I mean date all the women you want, just don't try to get committed to them right away. \nI've been married 9 yrs. I got married at 18 and I have 2 great kids. Now my sister is the same age and she still hasn't found Mr. right. I am telling you just like I tell her it will happen if you let God do his job. God Bless and Good Luck !!!!!
1038796
I'm ready to get married. I have finished two degrees (BA and Masters), and have a clear plan for what I feel the rest of my life should be like - the pursuits, the activities, the financials, etc. I am tired of casual dating, and want to connect with someone on a deeper level. I am considering a child, but I am really undecided on children - STILL - so it's NOT the biological clock thing. It's not a factor at all.
440788
I'm fine with it. my past 2 relationships have been with women who have kids.it all depends on the the type of guy you are,if your guy who really like kids like me, then it won't be a problem.it's only a problem if the female is looking for a father for her kids more than a boyfriend or husband.I love kids and relate to them very well,hell I still watch cartoons and play video games so for me it's all good.
215482
much easier than a single Mom!!! \nTo a woman, a single dad already proved that he can have and raise kids in a stable environment. If that isn´t a plus for women who are looking for a good man I don´t know what!!\nTo a man, a single mom is loaded with baggage - somebody else´s children!\nIt´s not fair but that´s the way society seems to promote it.. \nSo the answer is still DEFINITELY! If you´ve already proven you´re a good dad and then on top of that have a job then you are an invitation to any woman who is looking for a serious relationship! I can´t believe you´re asking.. lol. you should be swamped with nice women :-)
1040436
It is always going to be hard to find a great girl but they are out there.  27-32 are pretty set in career (usually) have sowed their oats at the beach and are looking to family instead of the stud farm.  It depends on what type of work you do.  A lot of these women will hit a more sophisticated bar where you can talk more instead of just grind.  A lot of these girls are also divorced and/or have kids.   Try cofee shops or local gyms (pick the social one).  If you clean up your act and put the word out your friends might set you up.