Dating a single dad can be great or it can be horrible.  The situation really depends on you and your feelings about the whole thing.  You have to keep in mind that when you date a dad that you are dating his kids.  You will eventually have to interact with them.  If you are not okay with that then you should not date a single dad.

Single Dad is Whole Package Deal

However, if you are okay with kids and with having that addition to your relationship then proceed.  Proceed with caution, though.  When dating a single dad you will not only have to build a relationship with him but also with his kids and that can be tricky.

You should not try to come off the wrong way.  Basically, don’t try to be their best buddy and don’t try to be their mom.  Most kids, depending on their age, will resist this.  Be nice and try to get to know them in a naturally way.  He knows you want them to like you, but you also need to tread carefully and not make him dislike you in the process.

Stay Out Of The Drama

Don’t get yourself drug into baby mama drama.  Stay out of things between him and the kids mom.  You can listen and if he asks for advice then give gentle advice.  Don’t hate her and don’t try to be her best friend.  Both cases can hurt you.

When dating a single dad you are going to have to make a lot of relationships work.  You will have to work on your relationship with him and you will have to work with the relationship with his kids.  If he is still on good terms with the kid’s mom then you may need to build a relationship with her.  Every situation is different, but the bottom line is that dating a single dad is more complex than dating a guy without kids.  You need to be sure you are mature enough to handle the situation.