Ask Dr. Meg: A Separated Dad

Dr. Meg Meeker

Dear Dr. Meg,

I’m not sure why I’m even writing this, but I need a bit of advice if possible. I have been separated from my wife for 6 months. We have two children together; our daughter is 18 and our son is nearly 11. She is going out of her way to stop me from seeing my kids and I’m not sure what to do about it. I can’t go to her house without it causing an argument. As far as I am aware, she wont let me see them because I refuse to give her money for our kids. I have my own place and I buy things for my kids when they need it.  I give them money and not their mom. I didn’t refuse to support my kids; I just refused to hand my wife the money directly. I am on low-income. I want to go to her house, but in all honesty, I am fed up of the arguments. I have no intention on getting back with her; I just want to spend time with my kids. Any advice you can give would be gratefully appreciated.

Thank you,

A Separated Dad

Dear ASD,

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