She is only 8 months old, and since the age of 1 WEEK she has spent at least every second night away from them, with her grandparents. There is no reason for this, she has always been a very easy baby, it's just so they can drink. Since around 6 months they have stopped giving her formula, and give her non-fat milk and water in her bottles instead because it's cheaper. She never has regular diaper changes, and regularly goes 2 days without a bath. The thing is, her grandparents (although they love her), are no better, and my Aunt will hear no wrong against her son or his girlfriend. I try to care for her properly when l can, but l can't always be around (l have kids of my own). At eight months her diet consists of the milk/water, and fries! She is not sitting up properly yet, her hair is not growing well, she has no teeth,and is making no attempt to crawl. I know CPS won't intervene unless the neglect is really severe, but is it worth calling? ls there anything else l can do?
2007-06-01
01:42:48
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