Q: Does my ex husband have to have a separate room or bed for our son?
My ex husband moved to a rent a room with his current girlfriend and baby. I am fine with the girlfriend just to get that out of the way. My thing is this is the second place he has had and our son sleeps in the same bed as them. I find it to be inappropriate. I would be fine if he had a separate bed in the room but not in the same bed. Our son is 7 going on 8. He does at my house have his own room where he sleeps.
A: The legal standard if you go back to court is what is in the best interests of the child. Although there is no rule, an eight year old should have their own bed. Try speaking directly with the other parent first. Consult with a local family attorney for more specific advice.
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