How long should I give my self before I start dating again. I also have a 5 year old little girl. So I really don't want to rush into anything and scare her...
2006-11-22 08:31:18 · 15 answers · asked by sanchezlm2 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Start dating when you are comfortable, whether it be next month, or next year. I wouldn't introduce your dates to your child though...not until you are fairly serious with someone. Get a babysitter when you date.
2006-11-22 08:33:22 · answer #1 · answered by nottashygirl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't even worry about when should you start dating, you need to worry about your daughter and making sure she is okay and has all the attention she needs. The dating will come soon enough and natural enough, so you do not need to go looking for it. When you do start dating, do not let her meet the guys until you are sure it is a long term thing, there is nothing more damaging to a young child than to get attached to someone and have them leave. She already has the divorce and does not need to have others come in and out of her life again.
2006-11-22 16:39:05 · answer #2 · answered by Suthern R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well you can really start dating now if you want to. But you need to be careful especially since you have 5 yr old little girl. You know that are some weirdos out there. Just be careful about inviting a new guy to house wait until you get to know him better. Good luck.
2006-11-22 16:34:05 · answer #3 · answered by kitcat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you already have dating in mind, then it means you're ready to start dating again. Listen to your heart and it will tell you when; there is really no hard and fast rule as far as I'm concerned. Just don't bring your dates home and have them meet your little girl until you find the "one."
2006-11-22 16:38:25 · answer #4 · answered by mpicky2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not start dating for a few months. Give yourself time to know yourself and be with your daughter. Divorce is hard on children. They don't always say everything they hear and feel. Good Luck.
2006-11-22 16:45:20 · answer #5 · answered by Patty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no standard timeline as to when you can or should start dating again. However, for the emotional safety of the child, you shouldn't introduce your daughter to your casual partners. When you find "Mr. Right" then you can gradually start talking about him with your daughter and decide when it's a good time for him to meet her.
2006-11-22 16:42:07 · answer #6 · answered by kiigetto 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am going through a divorce right now too, my little girl will be 3 in february i am seeing a man right now, and my divorce will not be final until january i don't know if i am doing the right thing, or if i am being selfish , i guess it really depends on if you feel ready yourself to put your heart back out there .
2006-11-22 16:37:10 · answer #7 · answered by brandi w 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best answer is to do what's comfortable for you. It's a divorce, not a death that needs a "mourning period". Your 5 year old with adjust.
2006-11-22 16:34:59 · answer #8 · answered by kj 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sabes que babe, be smart, dont rush in to anything. First tell your girl what is happening between her daddy and you. Make sure your daughter is comfortable with what is going on first before you do anything. Good luck.
2006-11-22 16:35:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take your time. When you meet someone that has potential, don't say no, but be totally honest about your situation and let him know that you are not going to rush into anything.
2006-11-22 16:44:06 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋