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Positive post divorce stories?

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JoannaStayton · 11/09/2024 14:33

I'm mid 40s and not long been dumped by the father of my young child and partner of 20 years. He was often quite unpleasant to me so it's probably for the best but still I'm a heart broken mess.

I'm looking to hear some positive stories from people who have had this experiences and gone on to find a better relationship. Anyone?

I find I feel better when I have hope that I can start again and make a relationship or different family with someone new. Not immediately. And dating with a small child is clearly hard. But somehow. I don't want to give up on love because I really believe in it. If anyone has inspiring stories then please hit me up! X

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Caramellie3 · 11/09/2024 14:47

I’ve recently divorced and it’s the best thing. Also parenting with my ex. But my situation and frustration at putting himself first plus many more things rear their head every so often. But now he is not my problem. I have met someone new and it’s easier now my kids are getting older. But there is so many positives the biggest for me is freedom! My advice would be take your time, make time for you and enjoy finding who you are!

Christl78 · 11/09/2024 16:05

JoannaStayton · 11/09/2024 14:33

I'm mid 40s and not long been dumped by the father of my young child and partner of 20 years. He was often quite unpleasant to me so it's probably for the best but still I'm a heart broken mess.

I'm looking to hear some positive stories from people who have had this experiences and gone on to find a better relationship. Anyone?

I find I feel better when I have hope that I can start again and make a relationship or different family with someone new. Not immediately. And dating with a small child is clearly hard. But somehow. I don't want to give up on love because I really believe in it. If anyone has inspiring stories then please hit me up! X

I caught my partner cheating after we had been together for 20 years, no kids. He cheated on me after a stillbirth. Had beent trying for a baby for many years.
I left him in a heartbeart. Got my own little flat, expanded my circle of friends, had the year of my life, had a rebound relationship with great sex.
I was thinking the other day how this tragedy which almost cost me my life, led to me leaving a miserable marriage and having a fab time.
Unfortunately I don’t have a kid. Would have loved having a little one running around. I would much prefer it to having a man.
I still believe in love though and I can’t wait to fall in love again soon. What I would advice you is to build a life of your own, go out with your friends, have fun, focus on self growth. Focus on nurrition, beauty, get the body of your dreams, go on holiday, improve you career, meet new friends. Love will come when you least expect it.

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