Category: Dating

Entering a new relationship is often an exciting and hopeful experience, especially for single mums looking to rebuild their lives and find companionship. However, it’s essential to be aware of potential red flags that can indicate unhealthy dynamics. Recognising and addressing these signs early on can help you set boundaries and ensure a positive dating experience. Here’s how to spot signs of, and identify, red flags for a positive dating experience.Continue Reading →

In my early days of becoming a single mum, I had a lot of fear about dating. For the first year, I thought Who would want to date ME? I certainly didn’t think I was girlfriend material. Looking back, I most definitely undervalued myself as a person and what I could bring to a relationship. But what I found through my dating journey was that being a single mum really wasn’t a negative thing. Over the years, I have asked around, and I found that most guys are pretty understanding about single mums. In fact, to most men I’ve spoken with, having kids from a previous relationship is not really a big deal at all. The biggest challenge they saw was that single mums had less time, and it was harder to be spontaneous. One man added “And knowing there is a little person that comes first. But these are pretty easy to manage.”

So let’s hear it from the male perspective. What are some great reasons to date a single mum?Continue Reading →