Dear Queenie,
I’m divorced and I’ve started dating again. My question is, I have a son who is 9 years old and I’m not sure when I should introduce him to someone I’m dating.
Queenie, when is the right time?—Single mom
Dear Mom,
It depends on several factors. How mature is your son for his age? Does he know you are dating?
The men you date should know from the very beginning that you have a son. Any man who is scared off by that fact is not worth the time it would take to get to know him.
Your son should know when you go out that it is with a “date,” a man you are seeing at least casually. If you see the man often, your son may be curious about him. On the other hand, you do not want him to become attached to someone who may not be around for very long. Only you can decide when it is time for them to meet in person, and on what basis.
