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Originally Posted by cookie5  Hi all. I am going through a nasty seperation at present in which we have a young son. I left the relationship as a result of emotional abuse and I'd had enough. He has made it incredibly difficult to see my son and wishes to rip in through the courts using him as a pawn and even as if our son is his posession. we are close to court proceedings yet I feel I am not ready for a big slanging match and more importantly the impact on my son. Feeling very empty inside that another human being could treat their own child this way and be such a nasty and vindictive person. I probably won't see my boy again for Christmas but then again he would not allow me for Easter or Mother's day. So to walk away or not? I think I need more time?  |
Many states have meditation - here, it's a required step before going to court, and most couples are able to work visitation out, etc. in mediation, without ever going further. The focus of mediation is always what's in the best interest of the child, not the petty fights people sometimes want to get into.
You can look into Legal Services, as well - that's a nonprofit in many cities that provides free or low-cost legal representation.
I hope you choose not to walk away from your child, but only you know what you're capable of at this time.