[Melissa Smith]

Single parent here—two kids, ages 7 and 10. The hardest part isn’t finding someone; it’s protecting your kids’ hearts.
Big red flags: anyone who pressures you to introduce them early, disrespects your parenting boundaries, or acts jealous of your time with your children.
I dated someone who seemed perfect—funny, attentive—but when he got impatient about my “limited free time,” I realized he didn’t understand what real commitment looks like.
Eventually, I met someone patient enough to build trust slowly. He earned my kids’ respect before their affection.
The lesson? Your kids deserve stability. Don’t settle for someone who wants only you—they must respect the “us” that comes with you.

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