How it works
Four simple steps, at whatever pace suits you and your family.
Step one
Join in a few minutes
Fill in the short form above. It's free, and you can do it while the kettle boils.
Step two
Meet single parents near you
Say what you're looking for and where you live, and browse members who are looking for the same.
Step three
Chat when it suits you
Message in the evenings once the house is quiet. There's no rush to meet until you're ready.
Step four
Get VIP Access
Upgrade to VIP for unlimited messaging, priority support and seeing who viewed your profile.
Dating as a single parent, made simpler
Life with children is busy. This is a dating site that works around it, not the other way round.
No explaining
Everyone gets it
The Single Parent Pond is built for single parents, so school runs, bedtimes and plans that change at the last minute need no explaining.
Be upfront
Say where you stand
Show on your profile whether your children live with you full time or part time, or have grown up, so the right people find you.
Dating safely
Your safety comes first
Private messaging, profile badges and simple ways to report anyone who doesn't feel right. Share as little as you like until you're comfortable.
Tips for your dating journey
Practical guidance on dating as a single parent, from your first message to meeting the children.
Family first
When to introduce a new partner to your children
Good signs it's the right moment, and how to make the first meeting easy for everyone.
Dating safely
How to spot a fake dating profile
The red flags to watch for, what to do if you spot one, and how to keep your children's details private.
First dates
First date ideas that actually work
Relaxed, low-pressure ideas for meeting someone new, and how to fit a date around family life.
Being upfront
How and when to mention you're a parent
Why being open about your children from the start usually works best.
Making time
Finding time to date as a busy parent
Ideas for finding time for yourself between school runs, work and bedtimes.