Im a single father. Im very attractive, clean cut, and independent. My daughter is gorgeous and very well behaved. She is 19 months old. Are women at all like men and shy away from dating someone with a child?? I mean I dont get it. And its hard on me because my daughter doesnt have a mother, and I cant raise a woman...I dont think. But Im trying. any comments??

I think it depends on the women involved. Some of us adore kids. But a lot of people men and women both don't want to deal with anyone else's babies mamma/daddy drama. Having raised two stepchildren of my own, I can say first hand that it is hard no matter how much you love your s/o and thier children.

Just need to find the right woman willing to take on that responsibility, which by the way, is a pretty serious one. Best of wishes.

First of all, yes you can raise a women, however like any child it takes a village (if you would like some suggests on how to raise a well rounded child as a single parent send me a message and i'll give you some pointers)

Second, men and women are similar in that they may or may not be attracted to someone who has children. But I do know looking for someone to be the parent of your child, will scare anyone off. Make sure to mention right away that you are a single parent, that will weed out anyone that out right doesn't want to be involved with anyone with children. And just know when the right person comes along, she will accept you and your daughter as a package.

Third, when I started dating, I had a 3 month rule. I would have to be dating someone very serious for 3 month before I would even talk about that person meeting my son.

Best wishes on your search!

Both of my brothers are single parents and really have no problems like that , Maybe because we live in Nebr. and there are more women here than men!!

Welcome and Enjoy the forums. Good for you on raising your daughter and being so proud of her

Of course you can raise a girl on your own. If I can raise a boy on my own (and doing a damn good job of it, tyvm), then you can raise a girl. As for finding a woman who's willing to take that on, of course you will. It's not for everyone, sure, but there are plenty of women who love kids and will love you and yours. Just may take a little time to find her

As a single mother of a little girl myself I will tell you that you can raise a woman. A lot of love from daddy, dignity and self-respect will lead her down the right path. I know that finding someone is hard when you have a child but it is not impossible... just harder. Have more confidence in your abilities to parent and watch... the right person will come along.

welcome

my father was the one who raised me and i turned out alright for being raised by a guy.

just stay positive

Don't sell yourself short. You will raise a fine lady if you set your mind to it. She'll likely raise you to be a better man, too.

I wouldn't mind dating a man with children, but to each their own. My biggest factor is the relationship between the exes and how they manage the parenting. You say that's not even a factor. I'm sorry to hear that she does not have a Mommy.

Best wishes to you both!

Where is the mother?

id rather not say. kinda embarrasing that I would date anyone like her. :(

Lots of women out there that would gladly include your child in their life. Just don't use your child to win their heart...use your own attributes.

I have no problem to admit that my son's father definately isn't a person that would reflect good upon myself... he is bi-polar, homeless at this point (as far as I know) and has been in and out of jail.

Just because you had a relationship with someone that turned out to be a person that does things that aren't acceptable that doesn't mean that you are the same.

word of advice, no matter what the situation, you will need to let your daughter know who her mother is... regardless of the situation... at the appropriate time in life.