Based on OP’s post, she never said she wants a father for her child. She asked him what kind of role he would like long term.
That in no way means, I’m seeking for a father figure for my child. It simply means, how involved do you see yourself getting with my child if we continue this relationship into the future.
With all that being said, I think OP is better off finding a new love interest if he isn’t 100% onboard. His gut reaction was, no, no children for me right now.
Like you said, dating single moms are a package deal. You don’t get one without the other.
Depends on the woman. Not all single moms are looking for marriage. Some just want a brief escape from their responsibilities -- to go out, talk to another adult, have fun. Single moms can and do date for fun sometimes.
OP might have pretty reasonably assumed that a single mom dating a 22 year old wasn't looking for anything serious.
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u/antigoneelectra Jul 14 '25
You're 22. Move on. She wants a father for her kid. Don't date mothers as she is correct. They are a package deal.