Any suggestions out there for winning custody for an at home dad. I recognize that every situation is different but there has to be a common thread to winning custody for the best interest of the child besides "I'm the Mother", as the courts and attorneys seem to believe. I love my wife and don't want a divorce but she's forcing it. She was diagnosed Bi-Polar, manic depressive, shortly after our son was born and that is why I became an at home dad(sorry guys I hate the "stay" part, makes me feel like a dog). I was scared and didn't know if I could do it but have loved it every day and have excelled if I may say so. I've been married for nine years and always done all the housework and other chores so that was not a transition for me. Anyway, she's been spending 1/2+ of her income on herself for months, recently moved out, filed for seperation where the terms are a joke, and recently let go from work. I have good support from local at home dads, church, and out of town family so I know that I'll be alright. However, the best interest of my son is critical and in jeopardy if she gets custody, joint or otherwise. There's only one chance at childhood for my son so I've got to do it right. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated. I've been an at home dad ever since he was born just over 2 years ago.
SeminoleDada