Are you just the transition relationship?

  “I just started dating a great guy, but I’m worried,” began an email from a single mom we know. “You see, I’m the first woman he has dated since his marriage.  He’s fantastic,” she went on, “but I know – for a fact – that the first person someone dates after a major break-up [...]

Are you dating a “separated” guy?

We’ve talked candidly about the perils of dating a married man. And many of us can also relate to the unforeseen complications when you fall for a guy who is still attached to his ex. Have you ever been on a great date with someone and heard that dreaded phrase? “I’m separated.” We get it: [...]

Should first date conversations include relationship status?

We know that many of you are dating — or thinking about dating again.  We’ve chatted about how dating changes when you’re a single parent. And you’ve let us know that balancing your private life with responsible parenting is a challenge — and you’re definitely up for it. This mama — who asked to remain [...]

What MUST this soon-to-be divorced mom know?

We received an email from this soon-to-be single mom who asked us if we’d reach out to YOU, our readers. Here’s why: “Around the holidays, my husband and I decided that it would be best for everyone if we separated,” she wrote. “It wasn’t a shock. We’ve been married for more than a decade, and [...]

Why can’t my toddler sleep after visiting her father?

During this chaotic holiday season the co-parenting challenges multiply. Routines are upset, junk food is inhaled, and family members descend who often require more TLC than our babies . . . We definitely understand. Toddlers (and big kids, too) thrive on routine. And when these toddler routines are disrupted, mom with toddlers knowingly brace for [...]

Does my kid need therapy?

“I’m writing to ask for some advice about my six-year-old son. I think he might need to see a therapist,” began an email we recently received from a single mom. She went onto say that her son has always been melodramatic and assertive — but she’s concerned  his behavior is getting out of control.  He’s [...]