No matter if you are dating someone online or offline and you are a single parent it can be difficult to let your children know about the new person in your life. There are many opinions concerning this issue and many say that there really is no right or wrong answer.

A great rule of thumb to go by is if you are not sure where your relationship is going then it is a good idea not to bring your children into the relationship.

When you have started dating through online dating websites and have communicated with your online love in ways other then through the computer and you have met in person more the a couple of times then it is at this point where it would be a good idea to tell your kids that you are in a relationship.

You should fill your kids in on the basic information concerning your online partner. You could tell them about what they do for a living or about their favorite hobbies or a favorite sport they may have in common with one of your kids. You should however refrain from discussing any plans that you might have for the future with your online love. Internet relationships can be wonderful things but unfortunately plans that have been made can literally come apart at the very last minute so do not let your kids in on any future plans unless you are completely certain that nothing will stand in the way of them actually happening.

When you are a single parent your top priority should be making your kids feel safe and loved. If you have a rocky personal life then this is something that your kids should not be involved with. Your kids should not have their world turned on its ear just because something falls through with your Internet romance.

So should you tell your kids about your online relationship? Absolutely not! That is of course unless you and your online partner have a stable relationship and are able to make solid plans together.