Hello, I am looking for some advice, and potentially experience on the following.
My ex and I separated 18 months ago, and my children have their father’s surname. We were never married and I have my own name. I would really like my children to also have my name (e.g. first name Dadname Mumname). I don’t want to remove his name, I just want the children to also have familial name connection to me, as their mother. In addition, on a practical matter, I’ve been stopped at border control before and have had to prove our relationship by bringing their birth certificates. Obviously that isn’t a fun situation.
Their dad has parental responsibility, and he refuses to agree to this.
Has anyone had a similar situation? I am considering a court order to apply for a name change, but I don’t know if there is any chance this will be accepted.
thanks in advance