In case of death…
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So I had looked into it a few years ago after I had a near death experience in my field of work when I was a single mom. From what I found If the father is named on the birth certificate then he can get custody… if you have a will you can name a guardian BUT if it goes to court they don’t have to necessarily follow your will at least that’s what I had found I think a family lawyer may be a good option to look into to get more clarification.
Are you in the UK? You gotta make a will! Literally can be done for free. In the event of your death if no clear guardian is named children go into care until the court can decide. That can be months and months. You can name your mum and state that you would like her or someone else to have full custody and he can see the child. He can argue it in court but you need evidence as to why he cannot have full custody as the father.
@Sarah right I’ve been thinking about all this. Prepare a little package of evidence that will get to my family in the event of my death
Yeah basically he’s the default parent in the event of your death unless you can name an appropriate guardian and provide evidence that he is not fit for full custody. You can even write a will today, just grab a paper and pen. Basically : I am of sound body and mind and I state this as my last will and testament. I make XX the executor of my will. I appoint XX as the guardian of XX, to have custody and care of. I leave all my property to XX. Sign it, date it. Maybe get your mother or the executor to sign it too. Check your country laws but a basic will is better than none when it’s about kids xx
I have been wondering the same thing