Episode 73

Dating After Divorce (as a Single Dad)

Summary:

If you're newly divorced or have been divorced for a while, reentering the dating scene may seem impossible. In this episode, Deanna is joined by her husband Scott, who opens up about his experience when he was a newly divorced dad. He talks about how he navigated the process of co-parenting, dating as a single dad, and how he found love again. Scott and Deanna also share how they've been able to create a happy and healthy relationship for their family.

Scott's honest and candid perspective is sure to give you a fresh perspective on dating as a single parent. So if you're ready to start dating again, or are just curious about how it works, this episode is a must-listen!


Key Takeaways:

  • [01:45] - Meet Deanna’s husband, Scott
  • [03:12] - The adjustment period after divorce
  • [04:01] - The importance of co-parenting and normalcy for the kids
  • [06:44] - Should you stay in the marriage for the sake of your children or because you feel lonely?
  • [08:29] - Tips on child schedule organization when you're divorced
  • [10:03] - Having a social life and dating as a newly divorced dad
  • [17:08] - A quality Deanna recommends you should look for in a partner
  • [19:05] - Why you need to consider who you date before they become a future stepparent
  • [25:51] - Being a stepparent to older kids
  • [27:30] - Having "the talk" with your kids about who you're dating
  • [34:33] - The question to ask yourself when you start dating again 
  • [37:58] - Deanna asks Scott one final, heartfelt question about what it means to be a father



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DeAnna Robbins is a lover of learning and connecting with REAL people. A Grandma of 4, mom of 4 and wife of one. Her role of being "middle aged" is the current Life Lesson. How to take care of aging parents, be a mom, step mom, wife and professional woman, oh the fun. DeAnna has seen the dark and ugly side of abuse, alcoholism and suffering but believes you are either a victim or a player. She chose to be a player.

Cristie North is a wife, mother of 6 and grandmother of 2. She just turned 50 and is learning to navigate the reality of empty nesting. She has endured trials of divorce, alcohol abuse, blended family and grief. She celebrates every part of her journey as her belief is that each challenge makes us the remarkable, complicated beautiful souls we are today. She has been in the mortgage industry for over 28 years and currently manages a top producing mortgage company in Salt Lake City, Utah.