What advice would you give to someone who's going to be going out on a date with a

[carora13]

single mother? She has one daughter that's four and insisted that her daughter come along. I'm perfectly fine with that. I'm just nervous about screwing up somehow and hoping for advice from anyone who's been on either side of that situation.

[Isabel]

I have been a single mum for eight years but have now met my Mr Right so i can advise you with this.

You will be fine. It is important for her that you are ok with her bringing her child. Dont worry about whether or not the kid will like you, just be yourself. if you act too keen and pay too much attention to the child, it will take advantage!! Remember, she will be able to control her child and that leaves you free to talk to her as well as the kid.

In fact, a date with your kid can be a good way to break the ice and have a "nasty silence" free date! Kids are funny and will make you both laugh.

She will be aware that it is putting you under some added pressure and she will be all the more grateful to you and impressed that you take them both out.

Good luck and i hope it all works out for you, oh, and that his name isnt damian! (just kidding lol)

[twinmomg]

I'm a single mom of 5 year old girls and would never introduce them to a man until I knew there was a chance of a serious lasting relationship. I'd be careful if I were you!

I would never do the introduction in a "date-like" fashion...more "play-date" at the park, so the kids have a fun escape and no pressure...