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How do I know I'm ready to date again?

There's no right time to date again after losing a partner. Gentle signs you might be ready, and where to find support if you're not sure yet.

How to tell your children and your late partner's family that you're dating again, with kind, practical ideas from bereavement charities.

Romance scammers often target people who have lost a partner. The warning signs to look for, and where to report a scam in the UK and US.