Family Court Hurdles for Fathers

Fathers in the movement confront a tough reality: family courts often tilt against them. Craig, David, and Obie shared how custody battles and financial demands erode their roles as dads in a recent support meeting. “The system makes you feel like you’re not even a parent,” Craig says, highlighting rulings that favor mothers.

Statistics confirm the bias: about 79% of custodial parents are mothers, restricting fathers’ time with their children (U.S. Census Bureau, 2024). Parental alienation affects 14% of divorced fathers, with co-parents sometimes blocking access (Journal of Divorce & Remarriage, 2023). Child support obligations burden 26% of non-custodial fathers, straining finances and mental health (Social Science Research, 2024). These barriers challenge fathers’ resolve.

Obie adds, “We keep pushing because our kids need us.” Fathers counter by tracking interactions, consulting fair legal advisors, and advocating for balanced laws. With 49% of U.S. children in single-parent homes (Child Trends, 2024), the movement seeks to ensure fathers remain vital in their kids’ lives, not just names on a court document.

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