PLEASE READ.. Coleman's child and these "posts"
I actually just picked up the records from the 2 Drs visits. The first one says that she should rest but that was Tuesday and Im not aware if the judge will accept it counting for Sunday was well. However the following Sunday visit FOB did notice that he was still sick
but thank you so much for the information. It seems as though the punishment, if found in contempt, it totally up to the judge.
First off.. I'm angry because I just wrote the you the best advice you could have gotten among the previous and it was discarded... Second.... Children are worth the time regardless of how frustrated that I am, but I will summarize briefly, as I am working on a case of my own, because I care.
Rule #1:
DO NOT let them see you sweat! Do not show lack of confidence in front of the visitor or the judge as long as you have your documentation.
Rule #2: Keep a record of everything. Emails, texts, phone call dialogue, Dr. visits, prescriptions, clothing receipts, outings, McDonald's, gas, mileage, etc... You got the point.
Rule #3: Stay within your boundaries and do not lose your cool.
MY RULE: Don't listen to Meanie. Pessimistic attitudes only get you concerned and keep you from your focus, which is your baby's well-being. ALWAYS REMAIN FOCUSED! Babies matter... They are our future leaders... You know what I mean?
You did the right thing by offering your home. You did the right thing by taking baby to the Dr. You did the right thing documenting your visits. You ARE NOT in contempt for keeping the health and well-being of your child the number one reason for inability to take the ill baby to a "heavy populated" area where the baby could relapse or get sicker. You had the child's best interest in heart and the visitor DID NOT if he/she was not understanding of the situation and able to be flexible considering the circumstances.
You are in a different ball-game now. Be sure to keep a notepad, book, journal, or something just for your documentation of every event and I mean right down to the letter. It sounds as if the "visitor" is not your "best-friend" and if He/She acted like it... DON"T BELIEVE IT! Stay within the letter of the law/order and if there is a problem at any time, call the l police and document it. BUT.... Remember, your problem with the "visitor" is exactly that... Your problem... Don't let it interfere with the baby and his/her relationship with the "visitor". This goes both ways so be sure to be prepared to document, just in case. All babies need both parents as long as they are good parents and not messed up in the head (so to speak).
Good luck... I hope that I'm not too late to aid you with some POSITIVE reinforcement. Please, let us know how it went or how it goes....
Warmly,
Summer