Are You Ready to Date Again After Divorce?

Less than a year ago, I could scarcely remember what going on a first date felt like. But I was about to find out. My husband and I had separated after eight years of marriage, which meant that suddenly, for the first time in my life as a parent, I had two free nights a week to do as I pleased. The sad burrito routine got old pretty quick, though.

I’ve heard various responses to this question. One “formula” is to wait a year for every year that you were married before pursuing dating again. This seems a bit​.

Here, relationship experts give you the game plan for joining the dating world post-divorce. And if you’re curious about sex after divorce , we have tips for that too! Hokemeyer, PhD, the author of Fragile Power. For some people this can take a few months, for some it can be a year or more. The last time you were dating , you may have had several deal-breakers he must be taller than me, have a graduate degree, and love the Mets!

Tessina, PhD, author of Dr. Romance’s Guide to Finding Love Today. No, the whole world is not sending naked selfies and jumping into bed every time they swipe right. Sure, dating is a little more complicated when you have to be home by 11 to relieve the sitter, or you have to schedule weekend dates around the soccer schedule, but being a parent can also give you an immediate bond. Toss aside the idea that every date has to be a potential life partner.

In fact, Tessina suggests you start out by asking an acquaintance out for coffee or lunch—no pressure.