Dating a woman with a child or children can be very exciting, fulfilling, and challenging at the same time. Traditional dating allows two people to get to know one another, build a special bond and decide if starting a family is right for them. These are still some of the same steps that couples take when children are already involved, but with some added creativity and sensitivity. Though you may not be sure if you’re ready to be a parent, know that respecting a woman’s children is imperative for making a relationship work. At the end of the day, you want to be a supportive influence in her life.

If you have no desire to move forward in a stable relationship and are only looking for a good time, be upfront, don’t expect a lot of her time, and stay out of the children’s lives. A revolving door of relationships is so unhealthy for the children.