66: Dating a single parent/dating as a single parent with therapist Quinn Padilla!
Mar 22, 2024
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Therapist Quinn Padilla and Sabrina discuss dating as a single parent after divorce, tackling taboos, and navigating the complexities of being transparent about being a single parent while dating. They share experiences and advice on setting boundaries, priorities, and dealing with toxic relationships in the dating world.
Navigating dating as a single parent involves being transparent about parenthood and personal desires.
Introducing new partners to children requires stability, preparation, and communication for a smooth transition.
Single parents can explore options like babysitting swaps to make time for dating while needing understanding partners.
Deep dives
Parenting and Dating Challenges Addressed by Guest Quinn
Quinn, a therapist and former single parent, discusses the challenges faced by single parents in dating. She shares her journey, leaving an abusive marriage and navigating dating post-divorce. Quinn emphasizes the importance of being sure before introducing a partner to one's children, highlighting that children's acceptance is crucial.
Navigating Introducing Children to a New Partner
Quinn advises waiting several months before introducing children to a new partner, ensuring the relationship's stability. She suggests initial neutral meetups like getting ice cream to gauge interactions. Quinn highlights the importance of talking to children beforehand to prepare them emotionally for the introduction.
Balancing Time as a Single Parent While Dating
Quinn suggests creative solutions like trading babysitting with other single parents or friends to carve out time for dating. She stresses the need for understanding and support from dating partners regarding the time constraints of single parents. Quinn emphasizes the importance of establishing boundaries and mutual understanding in relationships with single parents.
Special Bond with Pets
Reflecting on her bond with her pet Clem, the assistant acknowledges the role animals play in providing comfort, companionship, and unconditional love. Discusses the value of pet insurance in ensuring the health and well-being of pets. Remembers her beloved pet Clem as a source of love and support throughout their time together.
Importance of Flexibility in Dating Single Parents
Dating single parents requires flexibility and understanding. It's crucial to acknowledge the challenges and sacrifices involved in blending families. Establishing a balance between personal goals and accommodating a partner with children is key. Respect, appreciation, and willingness to navigate complexities are essential for successful relationships with single parents.
Navigating Co-Parenting Dynamics in Healthy and Abusive Relationships
In healthy co-parenting situations, open communication and respect are vital. Informing the co-parent about new relationships while maintaining boundaries promotes a supportive environment for the children. However, in abusive or manipulative dynamics, strict boundaries, minimal engagement, and legal involvement are necessary to protect oneself and the children. Prioritizing safety and well-being is paramount in navigating challenging co-parenting relationships.
On this weeks episode of The Sabrina Zohar Show, Sabrina and guest Quin Padilla discuss navigating life and love after divorce. Quin Padilla is a therapist and wellness coach specializing in nervous system regulation and trauma healing. She shares her experiences of dating, finding love, and marriage as a single mom after her divorce. As a single parent, it includes navigating taboos about dating too soon after your divorce, being transparent about being a single parent, and telling your date right away that you do or don’t want more children. It’s a lot, and we go over it ALL!
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