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Anonymous asked in Family & RelationshipsFamily · 7 years ago

Can my mother/ or grandmother take my child?

Okay so im 17 and im moving out to live with my boyfriend and his mother. He is not the father and theres nothing bad that goes on around his house, can they take my child? Just because they dont want MY CHILD with us?

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  • 7 years ago

    Unfortunately they can. When in court, you will mostly be judged on whether you are stable enough to take care of the child. This means, a safe environment for the baby, whether you or your partner smokes, etc. They just want what is best for the child. In your situation because your still a minor and should be still going to high-school, they may most likely give custody to your mother/grandmother seeing as they (hopefully) are in a stable home with an income. Now take in mind, if custody does get signed over to your mother/grandmother, you still get to see your child and take him/her out but with permission. And if you are one of those mothers who get angry, which is understandable because you want to be with your child, understand this: They only want what is best for the child. In this situation you really need to think what path would be more beneficial for you and your child. Can you come up with the money to support this baby? Do you have any one else to help you? Who can you trust to baby sit while you are in school? Think about the biological father, child support, his role in your child's life. Think about the house your moving in. Does anyone smoke, has arrest records, has a bad history. Can you count on your boyfriend to really be there for you and support you? Do you have a mental illness that may be a hazard for the child. Are you an alcoholic? Can you provide education, toys, car seat, health care, diapers, clothes? Do you have a good income job? Do you actually have time to take care of your baby? Think about all these things before you suggest anything. If ll goes well, I hope you will be able to hold your baby in your arms whenever you want, and without stupid custody permission rights. Stay safe and remember to think before taking any action.

  • Anna E
    Lv 7
    7 years ago

    It depends on a lot of things. You are technically still a minor, so if you move out against your mom's will, she may be able to get the authorities or even CPS involved. My concern is that you are 17, already have a baby and are planning on moving in with your boyfriend and his mother. You are not showing that you can provide any real stability for the child.

  • Anonymous
    7 years ago

    If your family will take the child yes!! But if they do then you could go court and sign over custody of the child to whoever take the child and all responsible will be on whoever has custody and you no longer have to deal with or have responsible for the child

  • Anonymous
    7 years ago

    I want my son with me, they dont. In saying could they keep him against my will?

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