Dating a single parent? It’s deeper than babysitting schedules and birthday parties. It’s about trust, boundaries, co-parenting dynamics—and the red flags that people often ignore until it's too late.

In this eye-opening episode of Finding Love, Jenni and Stephen Hendrix read a powerful letter from a woman dating a man with children... and feeling the pressure of an overinvolved ex. From jealousy masked as “co-parenting,” to exes weaponizing kids and trauma bonding in the name of love—this episode explores the truths no one warns you about when dating someone with children.

Whether you're a parent or dating one, this is your guide to identifying what’s healthy, what’s harmful, and how to protect your peace.

What You’ll Learn:
*• Red flags when dating someone with toxic co-parent dynamics*
*• Signs your partner is still emotionally entangled with their ex*
*• Why some co-parents create chaos and sabotage new relationships*
*• How to set boundaries that actually protect your relationship*

Chapters & Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro: “They’re Co-Parenting… But Are They TOO Close?”
2:15 – Listener Letter: Overstepping Baby Mama or Co-Parent Privilege?
6:42 – The Power of Boundaries in a New Relationship
10:03 – When They Confuse Chaos With Connection
13:28 – Emotional Manipulation vs True Co-Parenting
17:40 – The Role of Guilt in Baby Mama/Baby Daddy Drama
21:15 – Are They Parenting or Trauma Bonding?
24:49 – You Can’t Compete With Their History… But You Can Protect Your Future
29:16 – When They’re Not Ready for New Love
34:02 – Is It Jealousy… or Your Gut Talking?
37:44 – Final Thoughts: You Deserve Peace AND Love

Watch this before your next date.
If you’re dating someone with children—or raising them—this episode will make you feel seen, validated, and a little more equipped to protect your emotional space.

🎧 Listen, comment, and share your thoughts below.

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