But first, you have to go into with an open mind and a realization that he will have to see his child's mother at times.

Second, it takes patience because if he's spending time with his child like he's supposed to, there are goign to be times where he just doesn't have as much time to spend with you.

Third, if its not your thing don't let anyone guilt you into getting involved in an arena of no interest to you. Its ok when a man says he doesn't want to date a woman with children, but somehow this is misconstrued with a woman echoes the same sentiments. She's often beat over the head with the 'you're missing out on a good man' antics.