Get ready for some unfiltered truth on dating dads! Sydney and Qolett dive into the crucial role of boundaries when dating men with children. Qolett shares her personal experiences, strict rules for engaging with co-parents, and eye-opening advice for any "budding stepmom" looking to navigate these relationships with self-awareness and grace. From avoiding baby mama drama to prioritizing the kids, this episode is packed with essential wisdom.
Key Moments:
0:00 Welcome to Exes and Babies: The Co-Parent Whisperer & Qolett!
4:15 Why Qolett prefers dating men with kids and what it tells her about their character.
7:30 NON-NEGOTIABLE BOUNDARY: Why the "baby mama" needs to know you're around.
10:10 Red flags: How a man talks about his ex and the importance of healthy communication.
13:45 Qolett's age boundary for dating men with children – and why it matters.
16:00 The power of leading with love and putting the child first as a stepparent.
20:20 Analyzing the viral "toxic stepmom" video: When not to get involved.
24:50 The biggest breakdown: Why ego ruins co-parenting and how to drop it.
28:15 Qolett's self-love hacks: How to identify and break toxic cycles.
34:00 What Qolett learned about dating from her own amazing stepdad.
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