We always recommend waiting for a least a year following your divorce before you begin dating again to give yourself time to adjust to your new normal and to focus on yourself. Then, we recommend waiting at least two years before committing to a serious relationship.

Is it OK to date while going through a divorce?

Don't even consider dating until you've physically separated from your spouse, even if you or your spouse agree that the marriage is over. ... A good rule of thumb is to wait until after you're divorced to begin dating and then only introduce your children to a partner after you've been dating for at least six months.

Is dating before divorce adultery?

As far as the courts are concerned, you are still legally married until the divorce is finalized. In states that recognize fault in a divorce case, dating during divorce can be viewed as adultery. This can affect the outcome of your divorce as far as spousal support and the eventual property settlement goes.