What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Washington
I live in Washington state and am currently pregnant. The father was emotionally abusive to me throughout our relationship. The relationship ended less than a month after finding out I was pregnant. The father has stated he didn't want anything to do with the baby. I asked that he be involved and allow me to be the primary caregiver. He informed me he wanted nothing to do with my baby, but if I asked for child support he would sue me for custody. I am wondering what my options are? I have since decided I do not want him to be involved, I fear he would only cause emotional harm to my baby. I don't need support from him if it means he will try to take my baby away from me. Can I prevent him from being involved at all? I am worried he will try to get custody of my baby even if I do not seek child support.
I live in Washington state and am currently pregnant. The father was emotionally abusive to me throughout our relationship. The relationship ended less than a month after finding out I was pregnant. The father has stated he didn't want anything to do with the baby. I asked that he be involved and allow me to be the primary caregiver. He informed me he wanted nothing to do with my baby, but if I asked for child support he would sue me for custody. I am wondering what my options are? I have since decided I do not want him to be involved, I fear he would only cause emotional harm to my baby. I don't need support from him if it means he will try to take my baby away from me. Can I prevent him from being involved at all? I am worried he will try to get custody of my baby even if I do not seek child support.