Q: Do I have to inform my ex when my kids stay with their nanny overnight? Do I have to give him her address?
My ex is threatening legal action including an "injunction against" my nanny because my children spent the night in her care. He is insisting that I must inform him when they stay overnight with a care-giver and that I must inform him of her address. This is the same nanny that they have had since birth and have spent time with many times with his approval while we were married. Do I have to comply to his request that I inform him of my choices when I need extended child-care?
A: I would have to read your order to be sure, but most orders allow the parent who has possession to make independent decisions. Some orders do have a provision that you offer the other parent the opportunity to take the children when you are not able. Review your decree to see if there is anything in there that would prohibit you allowing the children to stay with a care-giver. You can discuss this with your divorce attorney if you are unclear about your document.
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