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DSD mother not paying CM on time

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Username9742348996 · 29/09/2025 06:14

The agreement between DP and DSD DM is a bit wishy washy regarding CM. The amount has been agreed but the date in which it’s paid is forever changing.

To cut a long story short DSD is with us 80% of the time. My partner and I manage our finances together however due to CM not being received regularly I’m finding it’s affecting my ability to pay my bills as I’m having to sub money to my DP and don’t know when the money will be returned.
I often feel guilty asking for the money back from DP partner as I know it’s leaving him short but he avoids being firm with DSD DM.

Am I being unreasonable by thinking I shouldn’t fall short of money because of DSD DM inability to pay CM ?

OP posts:
Gizlotsmum · 29/09/2025 06:21

I think you need to prioritise paying your bills. As long as you sub your partner he has no incentive to chase for the CM

Umbrellaella9 · 29/09/2025 06:31

Get onto the CSA. You have to pay them, but they set everything up and collect it each month for you.

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