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Coparenting: Is The Parent With Child Allowed To Go Out?

Location: New York

We do not have a formal co-parenting schedule, and we do not live together. I currently live with my family, and he lives with his. Since I have been a stay-at-home mother, he has encouraged me not to work in order to avoid childcare costs, stating that he would provide financial support. However, he is now limiting my access to money for personal reasons.

I have asked him to watch our child for a few hours, but he has refused, saying he does not want me to have free time. When he spends time with our child, he requires that I be present. As a result, I do not have a life outside of being a parent.

My father, whom I live with, has offered to babysit so I can occasionally have time for myself. My ex has told me that if he ever sees me out or finds out, he will “not view me the same” and will stop providing money. This is frightening, but I cannot continue living in a way where I feel restricted and controlled.

I mentioned that we may need to resolve these matters through the court, but when I do, he portrays himself as the victim.

Side note: He is self-employed and receives his income in cash.

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Coparenting: Is The Parent With Child Allowed To Go Out?

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