How do you tell your children you have a "boyfriend" after divorce?

They saw you kiss... If they haven't already figured it out, they need to know that you are a couple now. You don't want them thinking you just go around kissing regular "friends" like that, do you?

Come out and tell them. that's the best way to get it over with. Remind them that you and their daddy still care about each other, but you have realized that you aren't right for each other as husband and wife. Tell the kids that _(your friend)_ has become a very special part of your life and you have very special feelings toward him. So now - you are dating. He is your boyfriend.

There's no telling how they will take it. You have a better idea than us, but the only way to really find out is to come out and tell them. They older kids probably understand what a boyfriend is by now and the younger one is probably too little to understand in any way besides seeing. But if they do ask - just tell them that it means he is a very special man that you are starting to love. You will be spending more time with each other and holding his hand and sometimes even get nice kisses from him. Don't forget to point out that they are your kids though - and you will never love anybody more than you love them.

My kid's dad and I broke up when she was 1 1/2. She has been through a few boyfriends with me and usually takes it pretty well. lol, she can't stand my current one because he helps me make her eat her vegetables and do her homework. But she seems to understand that Mommy likes having a special boy around to share our special times with. ... And she really enjoys our "girls night out" where we go do something fun and leave him behind.

I think the 8, 6, and 5 year old are old enough to grasp the concept of their parents not being "together" anymore. Is it possible that your husband could be present during the conversation?That way they know that it doesn't hurt him that you're seeing someone. Have you discussed the divorce issue with them already? If so, then it will be easier. They are probably privy to the idea that when parents get divorced, eventually they will have a boyfriend or girlfriend. I mean we are living in modern times here, not the bible ages where a divorced woman would be stoned. let them know that your bf is your new very good friend and he will be spending more time around the family. Make it clear that he does not want to replace their dad, and they should view him as a good friend of theirs too. But they must respect him like they would any other adult. Good luck!

I don't believe in having boyfriends/girlfriends when you're still married simple as that! If you feel the need to move on do it the right way so that your children learn to do the right things! Get a divorce and bring the man over and formally introduce the man/woman to your children. They have the right not to accept whoever you love so b prepared to maybe have one who believes this person is trying to replace their father!!!!!!

I'm happy for your happiness! It is a wonderful thing when you find somebody who can relate to you and that brings you joy!

I think the best thing for you to do is to sit your children down that will understand what you're talking about (obv. your little one won't understand!) and explain to them that mommy has a new friend who she really likes and who really likes her! Keep it simple!

I hope that your new relationship works out because it is very detrimental to children to have different people coming in and out of their Mommy's as well as their life. You don't want to confuse your children!

I wish you the best of luck :)

Im in the same situation. We told them that we were friends and we stuck with that for a while. Then we talked to them and asked them if they like me and they really did so then we told them. they're really happy