It is so hard. I don't think there's anything worse then seeing your child's disappointment in their other parent.

My sons feelings were deeply hurt by his daddy this week and there just isn't any fixing that. I sympathize with you, I guess the only thing we can do is be the one our children can depend on.

It's been 18 months or so here. I figure my health isn't worth a cheap roll in the hay. I just plan to make up for lost time when I meet the right guy.

just one question, who is the adult here?


I'm the parent, and he knows it. But I respect him enough not to drag someone into his life if he's uncomfortable with the situation. His relationship with his dad's gf is horrid(She treats him like a 4 yr old and speaks badly about him to anyone who will listen)and I've been the one who has to pick up the pieces.

I have always been honest and upfront with him and because of that he knows that I have an interest in dating. I appreciate the suggestions to only date when he's with his dad, and to keep my private life seperate. I think it truly sounds like the best way to handle it. Thanks!

So my ex and I have been seperated/divorced for a year and a half now, and my son is still very uncomfortable with the idea of me even speaking to another man, much less dating one.

He's 12 and has always been very protective of me, and I get the whole "my parents should still be together thing" BUT his daddy gets to date, and he's cool with that! Actually Daddy never stopped dating other people, so maybe it's just typical to him.

How can I help him change his mind, or at least become more accepting of the fact that I need a friend too?

I have the baby bug; but only really want to have one if I have the "right" kind of relationship. Being a single mom sucks!