6weeks and split parents

[Dilema247]

I work term time only, so that I could be there for my child during the holiday. Father works and has never shown interest in having her for long periods before but is now wanting 50/50 of the holidays. He won’t take the time off but leave our child with the girlfriend. We had agreed a pattern of 5.5days every other week but now he’s gone back on it.

Ive made plans in line with what we agreed twice. What do I do? What’s best for the child! Who doesn’t want to go for long periods due to his behaviour and not being around when she is there.

advice would be great. At a loss

I’d say no. Fair enough if she was spending time with him, but his girlfriend, and you’re off work? No, I’d say if he’s taking time off then fair enough, but if not, she’s staying with you.

Could it be so he doesn't have to give you any more money for them?

I'd also refuse, based on dc not seeing him daily as he is at work, and enjoy the time with them myself.

However if he wants them in the evenings after work the same as he presumably currently does I'd probably be ok with that if it suited me.

Amy talk of him taking the girlfriend and them on holiday or anything?