Worried about dating someone with kids? It doesn’t have to be as fraught with drama as the movies make it out to be, promises Neeti Jaychander
Dating someone with children can be challenging because it adds another layer of complexity to what is still a new, unsteady equation. In a way, it’s like you’re skipping a few steps ahead in your relationship, going from partners to parents much sooner than the norm. It’s not unusual to feel some trepidation going into a situation like this, but it doesn’t have to be a dealbreaker. Here are a few ways to avoid unnecessary conflict and give your relationship a fighting chance.
Don’t rush into meeting the kids
Sure, you’re excited to meet the most important people in his life, and connect with them. It is best, however, to wait until you’re reasonably sure of a commitment from the father.
Sundaran Mahesh, psychiatrist and counsellor with an MNC in Chennai, says, “See if you want to be in his life permanently, and let him set the pace for introductions. Once the kids meet you, there is no going back, so it would be unfair to establish a friendship with them if there is no intention to see it through.” Mahesh also suggests to be prepared for them to be wary or hostile. “After all, they see you as the new person in their father’s life, and know you will occupy some amount of attention,” he says.
Diese Geschichte stammt aus der March 1, 2018-Ausgabe von Femina.
Starten Sie Ihre 7-tägige kostenlose Testversion von Magzter GOLD, um auf Tausende kuratierte Premium-Storys sowie über 8.000 Zeitschriften und Zeitungen zuzugreifen.
Bereits Abonnent ? Anmelden
Diese Geschichte stammt aus der March 1, 2018-Ausgabe von Femina.
Starten Sie Ihre 7-tägige kostenlose Testversion von Magzter GOLD, um auf Tausende kuratierte Premium-Storys sowie über 8.000 Zeitschriften und Zeitungen zuzugreifen.
Bereits Abonnent? Anmelden
Productivity Tips To Stay Focused
Make the most of your time with productivity tips for a focused workday in a hectic schedule.
Check The Health Of Your Wealth
Kalwyna Rathod shares tips for women to build financial wellness
How's Your Aura Doing Today?
Do you have a positively-charged aura? Prachi Rijhwani helps you find out
AGAINST ALL ODDS
SAIKA ISHAQUE's cricketing journey is a remarkable story of resilience, determination, and triumph against adversity, writes Kayal Arivalan
MASTERING THE ART OF TEACHING
DR SANGHAMITRA BUDDHAPRIYA talks to Ravina M Sachdev about her many accomplishments and her inspiration to become a professor
ART ATTACK
KANIKA RANKA ADANI, founder of The Studio Project, talks to Ravina M Sachdev about turning her passion into her profession
GLOBAL CRAVINGS
PLAKA in Bengaluru promises an exceptional dining experience for casual dining enthusiasts eager to explore international cuisines
TAKE A BREAK IN GANGTOK
Nestled amid the breathtaking landscapes of the Eastern Himalayas, Gangtok is a serene choice for your summer vacation
NOURISHING THE NEW MOTHER
The right nutrition can help new mothers recover and feel stronger.
QUIT RIGHT
Pratyasha Sarkar shares ways to quit your job without burning your bridges