It's not that online dating isn't a viable option for single moms and dads –– it is! It's just that you have to be aware of the risks, too, so that you don't put your confidence in individuals who, quite frankly, haven't earned it.
For the inside scoop on what you need to know, and to decide whether online dating is really worth your time, read Pros & Cons of Online Dating for Single Parents.
And if you have any wisdom to add, based on your own experiences, leave us a comment below.
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Just remember: People can be “anyone” online. As a newly single parent, it is imparative to take the time to always check out the person they are considering meeting to possibly date. Check their Facebook/Twitter accounts. Google the person’s name. Check out your local circuit court access. Check! Check! Check!! I found lots of potentials that portray themselves as great until I checked them out. I felt very lucky to find one special someone that had a clean past to meet – and it is an AMAZING relationship!
I’m not sure if my last comment went through, I think it failed by accident. However, what I was attempting to say is that Renee is dead on with requesting a facebook account. It is very hard for a man to fake his entire social life on Facebook the way it is easy to fake in just a few pictures online. This is your best bet for minimizing the risk.