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‘This is really discouraging’: Austin mom goes on Hinge date with man in financ…
Austin-based single mother Mads (@madsofischl) ended up going TikTok-viral after her latest date led to disappointment.
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Austin Single Mom's Viral Dating Story Ignites Debate on Parental Commitments in Relationships
Austin, TX – A recent social media post by local single mother and esthetician, Madsofischl, has ignited a conversation about the challenges of dating with children in today's digital age. In a video uploaded on September 2, 2025, the woman recounted a frustrating experience following a first date with a man she met on the Hinge app. According to Madsofischl, the date, described as a "sweet" finance professional, was aware of her status as a mother prior to their meeting. "He knew I had kids going into the date, we talked about it quite a bit, and he was like, 'Oh, I'm super eager to have a family, I really want to settle down, blah blah blah, the kids don't bother me'," she explained in her video. The date reportedly went well, with both parties feeling a connection. However, the situation took a turn when the man later texted her, expressing newfound reservations. "I just don't know if I really thought through getting to know somebody with your level of commitments," he wrote, according to her account. Madsofischl voiced her profound disappointment, stating, "This is really discouraging! You know I have kids. It literally says 'has kids, has children'." She emphasized the significant effort involved for a single parent to arrange a date, including finding and paying for a babysitter. "I'm not going to pay for a babysitter, leave my kids on the weekend that I have them, if you're not worth my time," she asserted. The video has resonated with many, sparking a lively debate in the comments section. Some users sympathized with her, while others suggested the man was within his rights to change his mind or that the woman's expectations were too high. One commenter noted, "he's allowed to change his mind after getting to know you," while another offered, "This is why dating mom's is a hassle bro… if you can’t invest an adequate amount of time into dating someone then don’t date at all." The incident highlights the complex dynamics and communication challenges inherent in modern dating, particularly for individuals with family responsibilities.
