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50/50 split, can it be changed?

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Roseerin · 30/01/2024 12:40

Hi!
So my daughter is 2 years old and her dad and I have been separated since she was a month or so old. We went into a 50/50 night split since last year and it's just not working. He doesn't follow her health care plan, doesn't follow routines and won't communicate the basics needed. He tends to make communication very difficult when I ask and I was just reaching out to see if anyone has had similar experience with reducing the other parents time? Its not court ordered, it was agreed in mediation but he is refusing mediation again. Thanks!

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Bleakmidwinter1977 · 15/02/2024 12:53

If there's no court order, the visitation isn't legally enforceable.
If you are not happy with the situation, have a chat with him, explain your concerns regarding routines, stability, ect.
Suggesting a more stable solution, reduction in overnights.
If he's not happy to communicate, his only option will be to see a court order, which he will have to pay for if he instigates.
Ensure you have all your evidence of his inconsistencies moving forward.

Levithecat · 17/02/2024 19:54

I have 50/50 informal agreement. I don’t think it can be changed without us both agreeing as we both have parental responsibility. However, not following a health care plan for example would proably go towards having grounds to challenge. I would consult a solicitor, if you can afford it, and get something in writing to him.
i didn’t want 50/50 but my solicitor said unless there are good grounds (in terms of benefit to the child) the courts seem keen on 50/50 at the moment.

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