How do you start dating again when you have teenagers? Is it just me, or does it feel more complicated with teens than it would with younger children? 😩
My kids have never known me to date or be with anyone, so they’re used to it just being us. I’ve been a single mum since they were babies, and I don’t think my teens would be particularly keen on the idea of me dating!
I do want to start putting myself out there, but I honestly don’t know how you go about it without them finding out straight away. I wouldn’t want to tell them I was dating until things were getting more serious, but equally, if I suddenly started going out in the evenings, they’d probably be suspicious as they’re not used to me going out and leaving them at home.
I suppose it’s easier when they’re younger and don’t really question what you’re doing, whereas teenagers are much more aware of everything!
How do other single parents manage this? I feel like I’m overthinking the whole thing, but I genuinely don’t know how to navigate it!